WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY GOING STRAIGHT AT 60 MPH MY VEHICLE SHUTS OFF. WE THEN HAVE TO STOP THE VEHICLE TO RESTART IT. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING ABOUT 1X A WEEK FOR ABOUT A MONTH. THERE ARE NO CODES AND ALL ENGINE INFORMATION READS FINE.
2014 dodge Journey powertrain problems
moderate 31 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
31
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
PROBLEM STARTED WITH 2014 DIDGE JOURNEY SXT GOING INTO LIMP MODE. CODE THAT APPEARED WERE THROTTLE BODY SENSOR, CHANGED THAT. IT WENT INTO LIMP MODE IMMEDIATELY AFTER AND CODE WAS THROTTLE BODY, CHANGED THAT. IT WENT INTO LIMP MODE IMMEDIATELY AGAIN. SAME CODES. SENT TO SHOP THEY SAID IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION, $220 FOR AN OVERHAUL OF THAT. 2 TO 3 WEEKS AFTER, LIMP MODE AGAIN. SAME CODES. BROUGHT I…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2014 dodge Journey?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 31 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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