Why is the Dodge Journey so expensive to repair?

[VanKaylee]

The reasons why the Dodge Journey is expensive to repair are as follows: High maintenance costs for imported vehicles: The Dodge Journey does not have a production line in China, so the only way to purchase this vehicle is through import. The maintenance costs for imported vehicles have always been very high. When the Dodge Journey needs repairs, replacing original parts requires ordering from overseas and shipping them to China, making the repair costs naturally more expensive. Lack of aftermarket parts for niche vehicles: Many people feel that replacing original parts is too costly and unnecessary, so they often look for cheaper aftermarket parts when repairing their vehicles. However, due to the small audience for the Dodge Journey, very few manufacturers are willing to produce parts for this model, forcing owners to purchase original parts from overseas for repairs. Lack of mechanic experience: Similarly, because the Dodge Journey is a niche model, most mechanics in China lack experience in repairing this vehicle, and many have never even worked on one. Therefore, when the Dodge Journey develops "complex issues," it is difficult to find professional Dodge mechanics. Even if someone can repair it, the labor costs will be relatively high.

[TravisRose]

As an ordinary office worker, I've owned my Dodge Journey for three years, and repairs have become a financial burden. Imported parts are expensive, with tariffs and shipping costs, making each replacement easily cost several thousand yuan. With a low salary and having saved up to buy the car, last year the air conditioning broke down and the repair quote was 12,000 yuan—absolutely shocking. I've checked, and this car is niche in China, with few repair points, and the 4S shops charge outrageous prices. Now it's parked in the garage, and I'm afraid to drive it, worried that repairs will drain my savings. My advice is to avoid such cars if you're on a tight budget—opting for domestic or Japanese cars is more economical and hassle-free. Maintaining a car is like filling a bottomless pit, with costs so high they take your breath away.

[LaPresley]

Having worked in a repair shop, I know why the Dodge Journey is so expensive to fix. Its electronic system is complex, requiring specialized diagnostic tools—without the right equipment, repairs are impossible. Parts are hard to find, often needing to be shipped from abroad, leading to long wait times and high costs. Just the parts for a single transmission repair cost over 4,000, not to mention labor. The technical barrier is high, so most mechanics won't touch it, forcing owners to go to authorized shops. The model has many design flaws, making even minor issues a hassle to fix.

[EmiliaMarie]

My Journey has been used for two years, with constant minor issues, making it a painful experience that's too expensive to maintain. Last time, the steering gear got stuck, costing me 7,000 yuan to repair, which was heartbreaking. Parts are hard to come by, and the 4S shops charge exorbitant fees for repairs. The car drives well, but it's too costly to maintain. Now I regret not buying a more common brand; the money saved could have been spent on travel.