The short answer
NHTSA's recall database lists 7 distinct safety-recall campaigns that cover at least one 2017–2020 Dodge Journey model year, as of Oct. 12, 2026. 2018 has the most (6); the components named most often are Electrical, Rear camera / backover, Exterior lighting and Visibility.
A recall count is not a reliability score. One campaign can cover a few hundred vehicles or more than a million, some campaigns are software updates, and recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer of that brand. For a used vehicle, the question that matters is whether that VIN's recalls have been completed: check it on NHTSA's free VIN lookup before you buy.
At a glance
Recall campaigns by model year
| Model year | Campaigns | Components named most (campaigns) |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 | Electrical (1), Exterior lighting (1) |
| 2018 | 6 | Electrical (2), Visibility (1), Rear camera / backover (1) |
| 2019 | 1 | Rear camera / backover (1) |
| 2020 | 1 | Rear camera / backover (1) |
The campaigns that cover the most model years
| NHTSA campaign | Component | Model years covered (2017–2020) | What NHTSA says could happen |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V332000 | Electrical | 2017–2018 | If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. |
| 22V723000 | Exterior lighting | 2017–2018 | A dim reflector may reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 25V552000 | Rear camera / backover | 2019–2020 | A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 18V396000 | Visibility | 2018 | If the full camera view is delayed and the driver does not check their surroundings before backing up, there may be an increased risk of a crash. |
| 18V398000 | Rear camera / backover | 2018 | A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash. |
| 18V523000 | Hydraulic brakes | 2018 | A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. |
| 18V524000 | Electrical | 2018 | A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash. |
How to check a specific vehicle
- Get the 17-character VIN (windshield, door jamb or title).
- Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows unrepaired safety recalls from the last 15 years, by VIN, free.
- If anything is open, ask the seller to have it completed before delivery, or book it with a franchised dealer of that brand. Recall repairs are free.
- Ask for the service records; a completed recall shows on the dealer repair order.
- Certified Ram and Dodge vehicles: Swant Graber Motors participates in the Stellantis Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program (CPOV, CPO Gold and CPO Go); see Stellantis Certified Pre-Owned at Swant Graber.
- Wisconsin used-vehicle disclosures: Wisconsin dealers disclose a used vehicle's condition on the Wisconsin Buyers Guide (Trans 139.04); ask for it and read it with the recall printout.
- Our coverage: 45 days / 5,000 miles powertrain, on used units 10 model years or newer with under 150,000 miles. See dealer for details.
Getting recall work done in Barron
Recall repairs on Dodge Journey vehicles are done at no charge by a franchised Dodge dealer. Ours: Swant Graber Motors (Chevrolet, Ram, Dodge), 1690 E Division Ave, Barron, 715-537-5657. Service is open Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (no Saturday service). Service loaners are available; ask the service department when you book.
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Questions
How many recalls does the Dodge Journey have?
For 2017–2020 model years, NHTSA lists 7 distinct recall campaigns as of Oct. 12, 2026. 2018 has the most (6). Counts change as new campaigns are filed.
Which used Dodge Journey year has the fewest recalls?
In NHTSA's data, 2019, 2020 have the fewest (1). Newer model years have had less time to collect recalls, so a low count isn't proof a year is better.
Are recall repairs free on a used vehicle?
Yes. Safety-recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer of that brand, regardless of who owns the vehicle. Ours: Swant Graber Motors (Chevrolet.
Does a high recall count mean the vehicle is unreliable?
Not on its own. Recall counts don't reflect how many vehicles each campaign covers or how serious it is. Check whether the specific VIN's recalls are done, and look at service records and a pre-purchase inspection.
Next steps at Swant Graber
Swant Graber Motors (Chevrolet, Ram, Dodge): 1690 E Division Ave, Barron, WI 54812, 715-537-5657. Swant Graber Ford: 1697 E Division Ave, 715-537-9500. Search new or used inventory, or see shop near you for model-by-model answers.
