NHTSA Safety Recalls
2013 Dodge Journey Recalls
The 2013 Dodge Journey has 4 NHTSA safety recalls on file. Recall repairs are always free, whatever the car's age or mileage.
A recall covers a range of VINs, not every Dodge Journey built. Check your own 17-character VIN before assuming yours is affected.
4 recalls on the 2013 Dodge Journey
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
NHTSA 15V675000- The defect
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the wiring harness for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and leak into the module, disabling the ABS and/or the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.
- The risk
- If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will seal the ABS wiring harness to prevent water from entering and will replace the ABS module and repair the headlamp and dash wiring harness, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R61.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
NHTSA 17V432000- The defect
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.
- The risk
- Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T47.
Reported July 7, 2017 by Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
NHTSA 16V273000- The defect
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.
- The risk
- A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08.
Reported June 5, 2016 by Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
NHTSA 15V431000- The defect
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 19, 2010, to May 26, 2015 and equipped with 2.4L engines. In the affected vehicles, the engine cover may detach from the engine and contact the exhaust manifold.
- The risk
- If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved mounting system for the engine cover, free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R32.
Reported July 7, 2015 by Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Checking your own car
A recall applies to a range of VINs, not to every 2013 Dodge Journey built. To confirm whether yours is affected, find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb and enter it in NHTSA's official lookup.
Repairs for safety recalls are free and never expire. A dealer cannot charge you, and cannot refuse on the grounds that the car is old or out of warranty. If one does, call the NHTSA hotline on 1-888-327-4236.