2012 Dodge Journey Review

2012 Dodge Journey is a Sport Utility 4-dr style car measuring 192.40 in length and 66.60 in height. Made in Mexico, 2012 Dodge Journey has 7 trims priced by the manufacturer at 30,295 with just total of 6 recalls in the past 2012 Dodge Journey. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 21.10 gallon. The engine is 3.6L V6 DOHC 24V and uses 19 of gasoline in the city and 19 on highways.

Make: Dodge
Model: Journey
Trims Available: 7
Location: MEXICO
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Engine: 3.6L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Driveline: AWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $30,295 USD
MPG: 16 City / 24 HWY
Tires: 225/55R19
Tank Size: 21 gallon

Dodge Journey 2012 Trims

2012 Dodge Journey SE

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 19 City / 26 HWY

2012 Dodge Journey SXT

Engine: 3.6L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 City / 25 HWY

2012 Dodge Journey Crew

Engine: 3.6L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 City / 25 HWY

2012 Dodge Journey R/T

Engine: 3.6L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 17 City / 25 HWY

2012 Dodge Journey SXT AWD

Engine: 3.6L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 City / 24 HWY

2012 Dodge Journey Crew AWD

Engine: 3.6L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 City / 24 HWY

2012 Dodge Journey R/T AWD

Engine: 3.6L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: AWD
Body & Doors: SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 16 City / 24 HWY

Vin Numbers

  • 3C4PDDDG0CT148481
  • 3C4PDDDG0CT148710
  • 3C4PDDDG0CT181674
  • 3C4PDDDG0CT257622
  • 3C4PDDDG0CT283590
  • 3C4PDDDG0CT293424
  • 3C4PDDDG0CT312702
  • 3C4PDDDG1CT151910
  • 3C4PDDDG1CT257760
  • 3C4PDDDG2CT235265
  • 3C4PDDDG2CT273904
  • 3C4PDDDG2CT397929
  • 3C4PDDDG3CT181409
  • 3C4PDDDG3CT205868
  • 3C4PDDDG3CT224579
  • 3C4PDDDG3CT227000
  • 3C4PDDDG3CT369590
  • 3C4PDDDG4CT208388
  • 3C4PDDDG4CT258174
  • 3C4PDDDG4CT315912
  • 3C4PDDDG5CT297551
  • 3C4PDDDG5CT297596
  • 3C4PDDDG6CT217321
  • 3C4PDDDG7CT154777
  • 3C4PDDDG8CT148115
  • 3C4PDDDG8CT187559
  • 3C4PDDDG8CT273986
  • 3C4PDDDG9CT207558
  • 3C4PDDDG9CT222710
  • 3C4PDDDG9CT325349
  • 3C4PDDDGXCT181617
  • 3C4PDDDGXCT397600
  • 3C4PDDDG1CT170859
  • 3C4PDDDG1CT207425

Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

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IIHS Crash Test

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* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 11V550000 started on /Date(1320901200000-0500)/.

Summary: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 DODGE JOURNEY AND FIAT 500 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 24, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 26, 2011. SOME VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH CONTAMINATED BRAKE FLUID AND MAY EXPERIENCE A DEGRADATION OF THE SEALING COMPONENTS WITHIN THE BRAKE SYSTEM.

Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE ALL BRAKE COMPONENTS THAT COME IN CONTACT WITH HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 1, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Recall 11V487000 started on /Date(1317268800000-0400)/.

Summary: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHRYSLER VEHICLES, INCLUDING 200 AND TOWN AND COUNTRY MODELS, DODGE VEHICLES, INCLUDING CHARGER, DURANGO, GRAND CARAVAN AND JOURNEY MODELS AND JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 31, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 13, 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH 3.6L ENGINES. THESE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE CONNECTING ROD BEARING FAILURE DUE TO DEBRIS INSIDE THE ENGINE BLOCK.

Consequence: CONNECTING ROD FAILURE MAY LEAD TO ENGINE SEIZURE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE ENGINE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Recall 15V431000 started on /Date(1436241600000-0400)/.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire.

Remedy: 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.

Recall 15V675000 started on /Date(1445227200000-0400)/.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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.

Recall 16V273000 started on /Date(1462507200000-0400)/.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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.

Recall 17V432000 started on /Date(1499400000000-0400)/.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

Remedy: 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.

FAQ

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If you consider used 2012 Dodge Journey look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 2012 Dodge Journey’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 19 miles, which is higher then 2011 Dodge Journey.

2012 Dodge Journey is made in Mexico between 2009 to 2020.

2012 Dodge Journey can go 389.5 miles in the city and 533 on the highways.

With various efficient powertrains, one of the benefits of the 2012 Dodge Journey is its excellent fuel economy. 2012 Dodge Journey has a 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V engine and It gets 19/26 mpg city/highway.

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