The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·16V273000·Announced 2016-05-06

Dodge Journey Recall for Power Steering Hose Rupture Risk

Chrysler is recalling 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles because the power steering return hose may rupture in cold weather, causing loss of steering assist.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (power steering hose rupture) that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured between July 31, 2007, and November 12, 2016. The recall involves 8,569 vehicles.

After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up. This failure causes a loss of power steering assist, which may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
DODGE JOURNEY
Brand
DODGE
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Steering System
Hazard
Affected units
8,569

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • JOURNEY

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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