As for which years to steer clear of, definitely avoid earlier models as drivers report these repeated issues:
Interior accessory troubles
Interior water leaks
Malfunctioning remote keyless entry
Brake problems
Engine issues
Overall, newer Journeys make pretty good used vehicles. The Dodge Journey gets a 4.0 out of 5.0 reliability rating from RepairPal, which ranks it 6th out of 26 for midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $562—a pretty average ownership cost rating when compared to other SUVs.
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