Overview & Reviews

The 2009 Dodge Journey is an all-new midsize crossover SUV derived from the Avenger sedan and capable of seating up to seven passengers.

• Minivan-like interior conveniences, plenty of advanced entertainment and communications options, quiet highway ride.

• Some down-market interior trim, lackluster driving dynamics.

User Reviews:

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  Bad Brakes - Recall Needed - 2009 Dodge Journey
  By Builders - August 2 - 1:59 pm

  I gave it a 2 in Build Quality because of this. Breaks were oxidizing and the calipers would release, but the brake pads would not. So the brake pads were constantly rubbing the rotors. They said they have seen this issue many times before but Chrysler was not addressing the issue. My dealership treated me well, but this issue should be remedy. I called the recall department and they stated there were no recalls for this matter, but advised me to go to NHTSA.gov and state my complaint. They will not start an investigation into this matter until they receive a larger consensuses of complaints so if you have this issue please speak up so something will be done.

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  Great ride turning sour - 2009 Dodge Journey
  By KB - July 18 - 8:47 pm

  We bought the 4 cylinder last year because it had the best Cash for Clunkers incentive that fit right in my budget. I was thrilled in the beginning and enjoyed very much the ride, style and comfort. Eventually I found myself visiting the dealership with some issues quite often than anticipated. Ive owned several toyotas and wouldnt need to change my oil frequently or let alone change brakes before 36,000 Miles. To date, Ive needed wheel alignment, changed the rack & pinion and wheel bearings. Now, I need new front brake pads and rotor! What a major disappointment :( I thought I my driving was erratic but seeing all the other reviews made me realize that the car is junk.

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  So Far, So Good - 2009 Dodge Journey
  By Dave & Debi H - December 4 - 8:46 pm

  My wife says this car drives itself and she is not far from the truth. It has it all, and has gotten rave reviews from all of our friends who have seen it.

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  A Journey SE great value for the money! - 2009 Dodge Journey
  By Vince &Sara - August 2 - 4:26 am

  We purchased a Journey SE Plus 2.4 L (I believe model specific to Canada) we paid $22,973 for it. We feel a great amount of vehicle for the money. Its safe, roomy, quiet, decent build quality as well as fit and finish. The 2.4 is a little noisy upon acceleration and its not the fastest vehicle upon take off, BUT its definitely something we can live with. We drove it around 80 miles the first night we got it home (2 days ago=). We didnt want to get out of it. We find the seats to be supportive, with a great upright seating position,lots of leg and headroom both for front and rear passengers, ease of entry/exit, we like actually LIKE the basic uncomplicated instrumentation.

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  Great SUV, but - 2009 Dodge Journey
  By Bobby - February 7 - 6:06 am

  Have about 1000 on my machine so far and all the pieces are still together. Gas mileage about what I expected, 28mpg highway. Dont know just why some duck put 19in. rims on this thing but here in northern N.B. most of us have extra wheels with snow tires. No one has 19 in. snow tires (scared to ask how much). Base wheels are 16 in. and would be OK except cant get them, sold out so far. Comfortable and quietest Dodge Ive owned so far.

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  Gets the Job Done - 2009 Dodge Journey
  By Rozwell911 - December 26 - 2:26 pm

  I went from a Mustang GT to a SUV due to my daughters booster seat. I am impressed with the comfort and safety. The 3.5 liter provides wonderful power. 1300 miles no major problems yet, other than the panic alarm randomly going off (had to start the car to shut it off), a small clunk in the trans when shifting (only on inclines, think it has to do with the stress the drivetrain is on at an angle), and a very low drone on some left turns, which goes away after a few seconds. I will follow up with my local dealer if any become real problems. Gas mileage has been a pleasant surprise to my Mustangs 16.5 average. I am averaging 21mpg on mixed freeway roads, and 25-27 on nothing but freeway.

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  Transmission and other concerns - 2009 Dodge Journey
  By Lori - November 28 - 1:20 am

  I have now owed my Journey for four months and it has been in the shop for about a month of that time. I have had a new transmission installed at 6000 miles. I drove it for 4 days to have a pinion seal leak transmission fluid all over the parking lot. That repaired and now the new transmission is showing the same signs as the prior one. It does not want to shift smooth into second. I keep getting engine lights and they stated that I have an emmisons leak and they are working on finding that. The dealership is great with the repairs and the help with the car but no matter how much I love the car itself but it does not a reliable choice for someone driving as much as I do with the kids..

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  Bad Choice - 2009 Dodge Journey
  By Georgia Peach - October 14 - 2:53 pm

  Really like the Journey over all but have had nothing but issues with it. Im the 8th review of there is a noise when making a left turn and after 3 power sterring reseviors later it still does it. Also there is a ticking noise in the engine. Found to be rocker arms and tappets, both replaced and it still makes the noise. My car has been in the shop 4 times and I still have the issues. The journey rides really smooth, I got my 1st. speeding ticket of 23 years driving in it. Would not recommend this car, too many issues.

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  Nothing but Problems!! - 2009 Dodge Journey
  By Tampa Buyer - August 30 - 7:06 am

  I purchased my 2009 Dodge Journey in Sept of 2008, and have had nothing but problems with it!! Even though I love the design of the car, the QUALITY STINKS!! I had to have my Rack and Pinion Power Steering replaced THREE TIMES, which would have qualified it as a LEMON, but decided to give it another chance after the dealership FINALLY FIXED it! NOW my BRAKES have gone bad already after only 25K miles!! What the heck do they cover for the so called "bumper to bumper" warranty coverage. By advice - DONT BUY THIS CAR!!

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  I like it but could use improvememnts. - 2009 Dodge Journey
  By Tex - February 22 - 12:56 am

  Overall, I like the Journey. It is kinda small but it is for us and one child. The DVD player keeps the kid entertained and was well worth it. The interior lighting is nice (LEDs are nice). Drives great. Dont like the cheap chrome hubcaps (wheel covers) on the exterior of the R/T. But otherwise is very nice on the exterior.