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“We extend our deepest condolences to the friends and family of this client and will fully cooperate with NHTSA,” a representative for Stellantis said.
The car was equipped with an automatic and manual lock, according to the instruction manual.
The 2009 Dodge Journey has been the subject of eight recalls, three investigations, and more than 1,500 complaints, including 10 complaints regarding latch and lock issues.
Several complaints mentioned electrical problems affecting the doors and windows, including one in which the complainant was unable to use the manual lock/unlock feature and might only open the door with his key.
The NHTSA report did not identify the driver, but Newsweek In January, a 73-year-old woman died in December 2022 following becoming trapped inside her burning 2009 Dodge Journey in Dunn, Wisconsin.
We have reported countless problems with vehicles that Stellantis manufactures. And many naive consumers continue to buy them.
The Stellantis brands in the US. Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, Alfa Romeo, Fiat.
Dodge Journey normal problems
The remote keyless entry system may not work intermittently
Moisture inside the vehicle due to water leakage
Engine may overheat due to dirt in the cylinder head coolant port
Brake Application Vibration
Hissing type noise from the power steering pump
Check engine light with code P0339
A screeching noise from the rear suspension
Inaccurate speed settings or excessive engine RPM when using cruise control
Rattling/howling/humming noise coming from the rear of the vehicle
Rough idle following cold start with stored code P050D
Slight corrosion can be found on one or more of the seat frames
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