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Service bulletins for the 2012 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.

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

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31-005-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-003-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-004-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY. Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar® Glass.
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.
08-083-192019-10-28. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Hands Free Module (HFM) Software Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the HFM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: U0197-00 - Lost Communication With Hands Free Phone Module. Customers may also comment one or more the following: Loss of audio while on a Bluetooth phone call(MYs 2014 - 2019 JC Only). HFM does not boot properly. "Hands-Free Module Loading" is displayed on the head unit. The HFM is inoperative and unresponsive to all user input. The HFM is unresponsive and appears off the bus to wiTECH. Inaccurate foreign language translations. Voice Recognition (VR) is sluggish after changing the language. IPhone 4 starts auto recording itself. Background noise from automated speech recognition. When in Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA) mode, the display will show ?Musicpaused connecting phone? while a song is being played and without an incoming call. Wrong BTSA screen when deleting. When in Text To Speech (TTS), it will be a mix of the TTS and recording. IPod touch, BTSA will not audio stream. Integrated center stack screen will display ?music paused? afterignition was cycled and BTSA was being used before the ignition was turned off. Automatic Sound Recognition (ASR) microphone picking up background noise. When the language is set for Italian and after the ignition is cycled,the phone screens will change to English(Sales Code RSQ Only). No response from the steering wheel VR button. Not being able to enter into the phone screen on the radio. The customer may note when trying to select a non-supported language likeRussian or Portuguese, the Hands Free screen will default to English. The VR will default back to the last language (Italian, French, Spanish,German or Dutch) the customer was using.
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.
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.
18-066-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. ENGINE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: 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 (DTCs) set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory: ? U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module. (3.6L engine only). NOTE: Attempting to clear this DTC will be unsuccessful. Some customers may experience any of the following: ? Continuous cycling of fuel pump relay when using remote start (3.6L engines) ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that P0108 - Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Circuit High has been set active or stored (3.6L engine) NOTE: MIL Illumination for P0108 - Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Circuit High affects only 2012 model year vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine (sales code ERB). ? 1 - 2 upshift clunk or bump (2.4L & 3.6L engines) ? 3 - 4 harsh upshift at closed throttle after a WOT stab in 1st or 2nd gear (2.4L & 3.6L engines) ? 4 - 5 upshift clunk or bump (2.4L & 3.6L engines) ? 5 - 6 upshift clunk or bump (3.6L engine) ? 6 - 5 downshift clunk or bump (3.6L engine) ? 6 - 4 downshift clunk or bump (3.6L engine) ? RPM Fluctuating or Jerking feeling while operating in cruise control. Condition is more noticeable when the vehicle is going up and down grades(2.4L & 3.6L engines) ? 1 - 2 harsh upshift going down a grade (2.4L engine) ? 3 - 2 downshift clunk or bump (2.4L engine) ? 4 - 3 downshift clunk or bump (2.4L engine) ? Improves the consistency of how shifts are controlled during upshifts ?torque management? ? Delayed downshifts (3.6L engine) Updating the 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.
08-010-152018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Flash: DTC B1A8A-00 - No Start Condition With a Low Battery This bulletin involves reprogramming the Radio Frequency Hub (RF-HUB) with new software. A small number of customers may report no start condition with the Vehicle Security Light flashing and the DTC B1A8A-00 ? MULTI-MODULE VIN HANDSHAKE FAILURE ? active.
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)
04726431A$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. WHEELS. Wheel Assy - steel When servicing a JOURNEY (JC) vehicle with steel wheels (WFU code) with or without a shake or vibration complaint; please review the 4 wheel assemblies in order to detect any witness mark of a missing/misplaced wheel weight. Also please try to remove the weights with hand force only. Please inform Karla De La Rosa Munive (karla.delarosa@fcagroup.com) how many witness marks were seen, and how many weights were able to be removed with force hand,on each wheel assembly. ~ Please contact karla.delarosa@fcagroup.com for feedback related ONLY.
18-008-132018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Flash: MIL Illumination P0108 - Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Circuit High And Transmission Shift Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. The customer may experience any of the following: 3.6L engine. MIL Illumination for P0108 - Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Circuit High affects only 2012 model year vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine (sales code ERB). 2.4L & 3.6L engines 2.4L & 3.6L engines 2.4L & 3.6L engines 3.6L engine 3.6L engine 3.6L engine 2.4L & 3.6L engines 2.4L engine 2.4L engine 2.4L engine Improves the consistency of how shifts are controlled during upshifts ?torque management?. 3.6L engineUpdating the software will correct the conditions listed above.
08-007-132018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. RB5 RE2 Loss Of satellite Function, No Sirius ID Message This Bulletin involves updating the radio's software or replacing the Telematics Gateway Module (TGM) if required. A customer may experience a loss of satellite radio functions. The customer may note that a message, ? No Sirius ID? is displayed on the screen. Updating the radio software will prevent this condition from occurring . If the customer has lost all satellite radio functions and ?No Sirius ID? is displayed on the screen, the TGM/TGW will need to be replaced to repair this condition. NOTE: All radio and navigation functions are controlled by the TGM.
08-006-132018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Radio Navigation Display Reads No Data Available This Bulletin involves performing a ROW Map Configuration of the UCONNECT Touch 8.4N CD/DVD/MP3/NAV (sales code RB6). The customer will experience a condition where the maps in NAV radio will not load. When the NAV button is depressed the radio will display "No data available" on the navigation screen.
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.

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