When braking at speeds above 50 MPH, there is a violent shake in the vehicle. Vehicle is only 5 years old, and now needs a third set of brake pads and rotors. This is a clear and well known problem with the 2009 and 2010 journeys, yet the dealer (and Chrysler) refuses to acknowledge or fix it. When called Chrysler, I was told "they stand behind their dealership & the dealership says it's…
2010 Dodge Journey brakes problems
moderate 102 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
102
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
1crash
What stands out
Owners have filed 102 brakes complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Among the 10 model years of Dodge Journey in our records for brakes problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2010 Dodge Journey?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 102 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Across the 86 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 14,000 and 35,500 miles, with the median around 24,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 14,000; a quarter make it past 35,500. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2010/Dodge/Journey.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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