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2009 Dodge Journey

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

9

9 current

Combined

12.9L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,999

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2016202 · manufacturer campaign S08

5 May 2016

Transport Canada lists: Journey 2009–2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the power steering return hose could rupture at engine start up if the vehicle is exposed to extended cold weather conditions. A power steering hose leak could result in the loss of power steering assist and increased steering effort, which depending on the driver's reactions and traffic conditions, could increase the risk of a crash resulting in injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the return side power steering lines with new parts that are validated for extreme cold weather performance.

186,767 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2016044 · manufacturer campaign S07

28 January 2016

Transport Canada lists: Town 2008–2009 · Grand 2008–2009 · Journey 2009

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a defect in the Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) system could result in inadvertent airbag / seatbelt pretensioner deployment, or prevent airbags / seatbelt pretensioners from deploying when warranted. Unintended airbag / seatbelt pretensioner deployment, in a non-warranted (non-impact) situation, could startle the driver, and could result in a vehicle crash causing injury and/or property damage. Furthermore, failure of the airbags / seatbelt pretensioners to deploy in a crash when warranted could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module.

30,284 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2015250 · manufacturer campaign R03

4 June 2015

Transport Canada lists: Town 2008–2010 · Grand 2008–2010 · Journey 2009–2010

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the Wireless Ignition Node (a.k.a ignition switch) may allow the ignition key to inadvertently move from the ON position to the accessory (ACC) position while driving, causing the engine to shut off. This would result in a loss of motive power, power steering and power brakes, and would disable the airbags as well as other supplemental restraint systems (SRS). Increased steering and braking effort and a loss of motive power could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Loss of airbag / SRS function in a crash that warrants airbag deployment and/or other supplemental restraint system function could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will install a revised WIN module and frequency operated button ignition key (FOBIK). Note: Until the correction is performed, owners are advised to remove all objects from the FOBIK (Ignition Key) such as additional keys, key chains, etc, leaving only the FOBIK (ignition key). After starting the vehicle, drivers should ensure that the key is securely and correctly aligned in the “ON” position before driving the vehicle. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 2011096 and 2014261. Vehicles having been serviced as part of these previous recalls will require re-inspection and repair.

161,349 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2014261 · manufacturer campaign L25

2 July 2014

Transport Canada lists: Town 2008–2010 · Grand 2008–2010 · Journey 2009–2010

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the Wireless Ignition Node (a.k.a ignition switch) may allow the ignition key to inadvertently move from the ON position to the accessory (ACC) position while driving, causing the engine to shut off. This would result in a loss of motive power, power steering and power brakes, and would disable the airbags as well as other supplemental restraint systems (SRS). Increased steering and braking effort and a loss of motive power could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Loss of airbag / SRS function in a crash that warrants airbag deployment and/or other supplemental restraint system function could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will install a revised WIN module and frequency operated button ignition key (FOBIK). Note: Until the correction is performed, owners are advised to remove all objects from the FOBIK (Ignition Key) such as additional keys, key chains, etc, leaving only the FOBIK (ignition key). After starting the vehicle, drivers should ensure that the key is securely and correctly aligned in the “ON” position before driving the vehicle. Note: This recall is superseded by recall 2015-250.

97,496 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2010464 · manufacturer campaign K07

23 December 2010

Transport Canada lists: Journey 2009

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, wires within the front door wire harnesses may fatigue and break, which can interrupt the circuits for the side impact sensor(s). This may result in an airbag warning lamp illumination and loss of side crash sensing capability. Failure of the lateral airbags to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injuries to the seat occupants.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the wiring harnesses in both front doors.

16,700 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2009108 · manufacturer campaign J13

14 April 2009

Transport Canada lists: Journey 2009 · Commander 2009 · Grand 2009 · Wrangler 2009

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the driver airbag squib wires on the steering column control module (SCCM) may be reversed. As a result, the driver airbag may not deploy as intended which can increase the risk of driver injury or death during a vehicle crash.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the SCCM.

350 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2009079 · manufacturer campaign J09

11 March 2009

Transport Canada lists: Journey 2009

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, an unused electrical connector could become corroded and cause a short circuit. If the fuse for this circuit does not blow, the connector may overheat and catch fire, which could result in property damage, personal injury or death.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will re-route and stow the unused connector, and remove the fuse to disable the circuit.

6,928 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Other

Transport Canada recall 2008371 · manufacturer campaign H33

10 October 2008

Transport Canada lists: Sebring 2009 · Avenger 2009 · Caliber 2009 · Journey 2009 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a broken solder joint on the printed circuit board of the Power Control Module (PCM) can affect the fuel pump relay performance and potentially result in an engine stall while driving and/or a no start of the engine. Engine stalling would result in lost propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the PCM.

132 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2008204 · manufacturer campaign H21

9 June 2008

Transport Canada lists: Journey 2009

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.5L engine, the engine wiring harness may contact the left transaxle mount. Damage to the wiring harness could result in an engine compartment fire which could cause property damage, personal injury, or death.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, repair the engine wiring harness. If no damage is found, the harness will be secured a safe distance from the transaxle.

1,108 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle
In its class
More efficient than 51% of 268 2009 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
297 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2009 Dodge Journey have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 9 recalls on record for the 2009 Dodge Journey. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2009 Dodge Journey get?
NRCan rates the 2009 Dodge Journey at 12.9 L/100 km combined, emitting 297 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 3 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2009 Dodge Journey for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,999 in fuel, producing roughly 5,960 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.