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2010 Dodge

Journey 2WD

Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.4 L

Dodge Journey: best and worst years
2010 Dodge Journey  2WD (photo 1 of 2)

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Overview

Body
Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic 4-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
173
Power to weight
0.044 hp/lb
Axle ratio
2.69
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
19 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,950EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Real-world MPG
22.4 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 1.4 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
193 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
72 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
67 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
114 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,907 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
3
Owner complaints
1,082
Reported injuries
18
Theft rate
0.9 per 1,000 produced (CY 2010 federal data)

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM40%
  • ENGINE11%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER8%
  • SERVICE BRAKES7%
  • AIR BAGS6%
  • STEERING5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 1,618 total.

Dodge Journey: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • EA24003Openopened Aug 1, 2024LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

    Vehicle entrapment

  • PE19014opened Sep 9, 2019SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

    Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

  • DP14004opened Sep 25, 2014ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    Totally Integrated Power Module Failure

  • RQ14002opened Jun 16, 2014ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE

    Air Bag Non-Deployment/Engine Stall

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

45 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jul 28, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM106241

    LAMP - DOME

  • Jun 12, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM104974

    LAMP - DOME

  • May 1, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM103774

    LAMP - DOME

  • Apr 2, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER104087

    ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER

  • Apr 2, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER103954

    ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER

  • Sep 15, 2023ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9100226

    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.

  • Jul 27, 2023EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL9100196

    Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used

  • Apr 2, 2022EQUIPMENTS2209000004

    If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.

  • and 37 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.