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Service bulletins for the 2011 Dodge Journey

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

162 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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31-006-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
90032202019-10-28. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
90040762019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. Oil Filter Adapter If replacing Oil Filter Adapter due to oil leak, please be aware a seal kit is available for repair. If replacing due to missing Spring Loaded Check Valve, a replacement spring and check valve are now available through MOPAR.
18-085-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN. Powertrain System Improvements/Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. The customer may describe hearing the fuel pump relay cycling during remote start or a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM: ? U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module (BCM). ? P06DD - Engine Oil Pressure Control Circuit Stuck Off. ? P0522 - Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Circuit Low. ? P0108 - Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Circuit High. ? P1239 - Engine Oil Temperature Too Low. ? P0298 - Engine Oil Temperature Too High.
08-055-15 REV-A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. RE2 RE3 RE6 RB4 RB5 RB6 Radio Enhancements This Bulletin involves updating the radio's software and if the vehicle is equipped with navigation (RB4, RB5 and RB6) the navigation software will also be updated. The customer may experience one or more of the following conditions: ? Improve FM radio reception. (This only applies to 2012 LX vehicles with RE6, RB6 radios located in Dubai). ? Audio muted after a cold start. This applies to all 2011 vehicles and only 2012 vehicles with software level earlier then 11.43.37. ? Phone screen buttons intermittently missing. ? Rear view camera screen may be blank. ? Improved rear view camera image. ? Radio presets and parameters returning to defaults. ? AM or FM audio mutes upon start up. ? Seek frozen, tuner locks up, unable to change stations (RE3 only). ? Radio resets (RE3 only). ? Presets are intermittently skipped (RE3 only). ? When playing MP3, iPod or USB songs, the screen will not always display the correct song title. ? Sirius Traffic/Weather Jump button improvement. ? Controls Screen popup time-out option has been added to settings screen (SRT only). ? Temperature and Oil pressure gauge enhancements (SRT only). ? Blind spot monitor chime enhancement. ? Radio Language Translation improvements. ? Navigation Language Translation improvements. ? Disable/Enable traffic announcement feature added (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Garmin Voice Recognition (VR) enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Garmin audio enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Navigation map enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Garmin stuck on loading screen (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Traffic rerouting and icon enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Incorrect map graphics on traffic circle (RB4 RB6 Right Hand Drive). ? Radio may reboot when Russian language keyboard used (RB4). ? Travel Link showing up as unsubscribed. ? Fuel Station routing issues. ? Heated seat greyed out. ? Navigation icon going backwards.
08-055-152018-11-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. RE2 RE3 RE6 RB4 RB5 RB6 Radio Enhancements This Bulletin involves updating the radio's software and if the vehicle is equipped with navigation (RB4, RB5 and RB6) the navigation software will also be updated. The customer may experience one or more of the following conditions: ? Audio muted after a cold start. This applies to all 2011 vehicles and only 2012 vehicles with software level earlier then 11.43.37. ? Phone screen buttons intermittently missing. ? Rear view camera screen may be blank. ? Improved rear view camera image. ? Radio presets and parameters returning to defaults. ? AM or FM audio mutes upon start up. ? Seek frozen, tuner locks up, unable to change stations (RE3 only). ? Radio resets (RE3 only). ? Presets are intermittently skipped (RE3 only). ? When playing MP3, iPod or USB songs, the screen will not always display the correct song title. ? Sirius Traffic/Weather Jump button improvement. ? Controls Screen popup time-out option has been added to settings screen (SRT only). ? Temperature and Oil pressure gauge enhancements (SRT only). ? Blind spot monitor chime enhancement. ? Radio Language Translation improvements. ? Navigation Language Translation improvements. ? Disable/Enable traffic announcement feature added (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Garmin Voice Recognition (VR) enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Garmin audio enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Navigation map enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Garmin stuck on loading screen (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Traffic rerouting and icon enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). ? Incorrect map graphics on traffic circle (RB4 RB6 Right Hand Drive). ? Radio may reboot when Russian language keyboard used (RB4). ? Travel Link showing up as unsubscribed. ? Fuel Station routing issues. ? Heated seat greyed out. ? Navigation icon going backwards.
18-065-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Driveability Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with updated software. The technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTCs) set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory: ? U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. (JC body W/3.6L engine only). NOTE: Attempting to clear this DTC will be unsuccessful. Some customers may experience any of the following: ? Long crank times when temperature is between 20°F and 25°F (-6°C and -3°C) and 60°F and 65°F (15°C and 18°C) (JC and JS bodies). ? Engine RPM fluctuation on closed throttle deceleration between 30 MPH and 20 MPH (48 KPH and 32 KPH) (JC and JS bodies). ? Slightly elevated RPM (100 RPM) while driving slow or parking lot driving conditions (JC body only). Updating the PCM software will correct the conditions listed above.
23-035-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY. Sunroof Leak Under High Water Pressure This bulletin involves installing a new sunroof service trough. The customer may describe a water leak at the rear of the sunroof when using a high pressure touchless car wash.
08-009-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). Poor GPS Signal Reception This bulletin involves the replacement of the original GPS antenna with a roof mount antenna to improve the Navigation performances. Customer may experience off route conditions due to degrading Navigation satellite signal available from GPS antenna placed in the I/P.
07-002-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of engine startup and lasts about 90 seconds intermittently during a cold engine start, approximately 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) and below.
07-002-15 REV. A2018-09-24. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of engine startup and lasts about 90 seconds intermittently during a cold engine start, approximately 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) and below.
31-001-162018-06-18. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Do Not Apply Corrosion Protection On Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) Plastic Panels This bulletin involves discussing SMC plastic panels and applying corrosion protection.
Z5091195A$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. A power cycle may be required for the hands-free module for proper diagnosis.~ Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE)
18-071-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with updated software. The technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory: · **U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module.** Some customers may experience any of the following: · **2 - 1 downshift clunk or bump (JC vehicles).** · Long crank times when temperature is between -6°C and -3°C (20°F and 25°F) and 15°C and 18°C (60°F and 65°F). · Engine RPM fluctuation on closed throttle deceleration between 48 KPH and 32 KPH (30 MPH and 20 MPH). · Slightly elevated RPM (100 RPM) while driving slow or parking lot driving conditions (JC vehicles). Updating the PCM software will correct the conditions listed above.
09-001-132018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE. Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components.
18-006-132018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Lack Of Acceleration Performance With The Accelerator Pedal Fully Pressed This bulletin involves flash reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Derate at wide open throttle.
90036942018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 bob.jackson@fcagroup.com, or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 joe.lovell@fcagroup.com before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump replacement and hold part for return to FCA via Fastrack system
90036812018-06-11. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
90036872018-06-11. Service bulletin. SEAT BELTS. Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
09-002-14 REV. B2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have been set: P0300- Multiple Cylinder Misfire P0302- Cylinder 2 Misfire P0304- Cylinder 4 Misfire P0306- Cylinder 6 Misfire
09-002-14 REV. A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have been set: ? P0300- Multiple Cylinder Misfire ? P0302- Cylinder 2 Misfire ? P0304- Cylinder 4 Misfire ? P0306- Cylinder 6 Misfire
08-028-14 REV. A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. RE2 RE3 RE6 RB4 RB5 RB6 Radio Enhancements This Bulletin involves updating the radio's software and if the vehicle is equipped with navigation (RB4, RB5 and RB6) the navigation software will also be updated. The customer may experience one or more of the following conditions: Phone screen buttons intermittently missing. Rear view camera screen may be blank. Improved rear view camera image. Radio presets and parameters returning to defaults. AM or FM audio mutes upon start up. Seek frozen, tuner locks up, unable to change stations (RE3 only). Radio resets (RE3 only). Presets are intermittently skipped (RE3 only). When playing MP3, iPod or USB songs, the screen will not always display the correct song title. Sirius Traffic/Weather Jump button improvement. Controls Screen popup time-out option has been added to settings screen (SRT only). Temperature and Oil pressure gauge enhancements (SRT only). Blind spot monitor chime enhancement. Radio Language Translation improvements. Navigation Language Translation improvements. Disable/Enable traffic announcement feature added (RB4 RB5 RB6). Garmin Voice Recognition (VR) enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). Garmin audio enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). Navigation map enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). Garmin stuck on loading screen (RB4 RB5 RB6). Traffic rerouting and icon enhancements (RB4 RB5 RB6). Incorrect map graphics on traffic circle (RB4 RB6 Right Hand Drive). Radio may reboot when Russian language keyboard used (RB4). Travel Link showing up as unsubscribed. Fuel Station routing issues. Heated seat greyed out. Navigation icon going backwards.
09-002-142018-06-11. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have been set: ? P0300- Multiple Cylinder Misfire ? P0302- Cylinder 2 Misfire ? P0304- Cylinder 4 Misfire ? P0306- Cylinder 6 Misfire
24-002-142018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Driver And Passenger HVAC Blower Air Temperatures Are Not The Same When ?Sync? Setting Mode Is Selected And Headlamps Always Stay On. This bulletin involves selectively replacing the solar sensor. Customers may experience the following condition: When using the Automatic Temperature Control ?SYNC? mode, left and right outlet temperatures do not match regardless of the desired temperature setting is the same. Occupants will experience being cold (winter time), on either passenger or driver side, even though the temperature setting is the same. Headlamps are always staying on, when they are set to Auto mode.
09-001-132018-06-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components.

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