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2020 Dodge Journey

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 Journey.

Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2020 Dodge Journey is paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission and delivers an EPA-rated fuel economy of 19/25/21 mpg. This model year has seen one recall and 61 total owner complaints, with the top complaint area listed as "Unknown Or Other." Within the model's 2007-2020 history, this volume is significantly lower than the 1,594 complaints recorded for the 2009 model, yet it exceeds the 2007 low of four complaints.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque100 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/25/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 86 · 525 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 86 · 525 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size225/55R19 99HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE
Engine air filter04891916AA
Spark plugSP0ZFR5F11
BatteryBB86F101AA
Front wiper blades68235441AA
Thermostat68676481AA alt 68676480AA
Cabin air filter05058693AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length192.5 in
Overall width72 in
Overall height66.9 in
Wheelbase113.8 in
Curb weight4246 lb
Track (front / rear)61.8 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 25 / 21 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Journey of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.1–7.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.10 sec — 2013 R/T V6
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017GT 3.6L V67.90 sec16.10 sec283 hpAWD
2016Crossroad Plus 3.6L V67.80 sec16.10 sec283 hpAWD
2013R/T V6 3.6L V67.10 sec15.70 sec283 hpAWD
2011Crew V6 3.6L V67.50 sec15.90 sec283 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 100 ft-lbs.

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts155.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts100 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46YF
Oil Capacity3.40 oz
Standard BCI Group Number86
Standard BCI Cranking Performance525 cca
Standard BCI Group Number34
Standard BCI Cranking Performance700 cca

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°15 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 51°22 ft. lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
1180mm Bolts11 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect)
At 120,000 miTransmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2020 Dodge Journey represents the lowest complaint year in the model's federal record, with only 61 complaints—down from 92 in 2019 and dramatically lower than the peak of 1,594 in 2009. This downward trend in complaints is matched by a parallel decline in recalls, with just 1 recall in both 2019 and 2020, compared to 8 recalls in 2009. The generation's complaint arc shows a sharp spike at launch (2009-2010), followed by a steady decline through the model cycle, with 2020 marking the quietest year for NHTSA activity. While 2 investigations remain open and the top complaint areas include back-over prevention and electrical system issues, the absolute numbers are minimal. The data shows this is the most refined and reliable model year in the Journey's generation, making it the best candidate for a used purchase within this generation.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
116
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
61
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 61 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Unknown Or Other14
Back Over Prevention7
Electrical System6
Engine4
Exterior Lighting3
Electrical System,Visibility/Wiper2
Electrical System,Back Over Prevention2
Steering2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

25V552000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: CameraReported 26/08/2025

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster and 2019-2020 Dodge Journey vehicles. Cracks in the microprocessor may cause the vehicle's rearview camera image not to display properly. As such… Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning September 30, 2025. A second…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 116 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
1084652025-12-03StructureCAMERA – REAR VIEW
91006532025-08-15Unknown Or OtherVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders…
1062412025-07-28Electrical SystemLAMP - DOME
1049742025-06-12Electrical SystemLAMP - DOME
S2323000002 REV.A2025-05-16Electrical System"Washer Light On And Will Not Turn Off After Adding Washer Solvent."

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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VIN
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Build data
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Vehicles with shared specs

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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Frequently asked

Does the 2020 Journey have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Journey get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg.