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2015 Dodge Journey Cruise Control Problems

15 owner-reported cruise control complaints from NHTSA data

15
Complaints
1
Crashes
Feb 2019Dec 2015
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (15)

criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Apr 2021

This vehicle constantly shakes at about the 50 MPH. Engine light starts to come on and there is a hesitation to accelerate. This is extremely dangerous and I read several others issues with the misfire.

NHTSA #: 11413881
criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Jul 2017

While driving on busy intersection vehicle just shut off on its own. Steering wheel locked therefore I had no control. Almost crashed into another vehicle and median.

NHTSA #: 11003768
criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CrashFiled: Sep 2015

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge journey. While the vehicle was reversing, it independently accelerated and crashed into the contact's garage door. There were no injuries.

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NHTSA #: 10762122
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jun 2025

Since purchasing this vehicle we have had catalytic converter issues that have persisted even after having the dealer "fix" the issue.we have also had ABS/Traction control module issues.this is the 2nd identical vehicle owned with the exact same problems.

NHTSA #: 11664915
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2020

Power surging or fuel surging during accelerating. When I try to get up to speed it is like it cuts out on fuel and surges.

NHTSA #: 11340880
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Sep 2019

ABS light, skid control light remains on, cruise control not operating at all when turned on vehicle lights came on, cruise control not working at all fear that there may be issue with brakes, have seen complaints of leakage into ABS system on other year models

NHTSA #: 11253999
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: May 2019

When taken in to the dealer I was informed tht there was a problem with the ABS module.it was coroaded and shorting out the sysyem which also controls the speed sensors and traction control system. On tuesday may 7th I started the car and the speedometer did not register and the automatic door locks did not engage the brakes also hopped when I tried to slow down or stop.

NHTSA #: 11206801
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Feb 2019

There are times when my ABS light comes in and my cruise control won't work and the anti skid lights is in. The brakes half way make this grind noise and I need feel the brakes locking up but not all the way but sure gets your attention. It's happened a couple times while just driving or going down road or stopping on city streets moving straight.

NHTSA #: 11180598
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2016

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge journey. While driving at various speeds, the cruise control failed to disengage when the brake pedal was depressed. As a result, the vehicle accelerated.

NHTSA #: 10853551
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Dec 2015

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge journey. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle began to shake. In order to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal needed to be depressed several times.

NHTSA #: 10811388
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Dec 2015

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge journey. While driving 60 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle failed to respond. When the brake pedal was depressed, the braking system failed.

NHTSA #: 10810534
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Dec 2015

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge journey. While driving 35 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated. The contact coasted over to the side of the road.

NHTSA #: 10809681
lowVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Sep 2020

While driving the vehicle in a wet parking lot the ABS light and stability light came on and remained on. This has also affected the cruise control as well. There was a recall on dodge journeys from 2012-2015 for the same issue VIN may need included in the recall.

NHTSA #: 11361780
lowVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: Sep 2019

The cruise control does not come one or display that is is active

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NHTSA #: 11265253
lowVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Sep 2019

When it rains the ABS, traction control lights and service all wheel drive lights come on and the cruise control does not work . Next day soon as I drive all lights go out.it is happening more and more..thier is a recall for 2015 dodge journey for this but they say not for mine.funny that I have same problems and same year car. This happens when driving in the rain or wet roads.

NHTSA #: 11257782

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