Trim Report

Dodge Journey American Value Package2012

Includes:JOURNEY|American Value Package
$775
Starting From
64
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 64 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $775
Max $14,000
From $775
Fresh

American Value Package Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$889
$889–$10K
51 listings127,941 avg miles
American Value Package
From$775
64 listings|$775–$14K
Crew
From$4,399
22 listings|$4K–$9K
Crossroad
From$700
306 listings|$700–$20K
GT
From$5,495
136 listings|$5K–$19K
Limited
From$7,500
10 listings|$8K–$12K
Mainstreet
From$2,999
12 listings|$3K–$10K
R/T
From$1,450
86 listings|$1K–$21K
SE
From$600
606 listings|$600–$21K
SXT
From$775
336 listings|$775–$18K

2012 Dodge Journey American Value Package Pricing

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Where to Find Dodge Journey American Value Package

Location data for all 2012 Dodge Journey trims combined

36States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 35 other states nationwide.

Dodge Journey Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Dodge Journey trims

Elevated

The 2012 Dodge Journey has a elevated safety risk profile with 5 recall campaigns and 374 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

5
Recalls
374
Complaints
21
Crashes
13
Fires
Recall Findings
17V4320002017-07-07
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's frontal air bag may unexpectedly deploy if the air bag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits.

Unexpected deployment of the driver's frontal air bag increases the risk of a crash or driver injury.

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16V2730002016-06-05
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016. After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.

A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

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15V4310002015-07-07
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured July 19, 2010, to May 26, 2015 and equipped with 2.4L engines. In the affected vehicles, the engine cover may detach from the engine and contact the exhaust manifold.

If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire.

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15V6750002015-19-10
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the wiring harness for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and leak into the module, disabling the ABS and/or the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.

If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

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11V5500002011-10-11
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 DODGE JOURNEY AND FIAT 500 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 24, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 26, 2011. SOME VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH CONTAMINATED BRAKE FLUID AND MAY EXPERIENCE A DEGRADATION OF THE SEALING COMPONENTS WITHIN THE BRAKE SYSTEM.

THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 374 owners have filed complaints about the 2012 Dodge Journey. SERVICE BRAKES issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Service Brakes43
02Electrical System39
03Engine37
04Unknown Or Other19
05Air Bags13
374 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Dodge Journey Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Dodge Journey trims

19–22mpg combined
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16-19city
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24-26hwy
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$3,050-$3,550/yr

Across 3 configurations, the 2012 Dodge Journey returns 19–22 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Journey FWD - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Journey FWD - Automatic 6-spd
20mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Journey AWD - Automatic 6-spd
19mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the American Value Package Worth It?

Common questions about the 2012 Dodge Journey American Value Package

How does the American Value Package compare to other Dodge Journey trims?

The American Value Package occupies a distinct position in the Dodge Journey range. See how it stacks up on the 2012 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Dodge Journey American Value Package?

Budget for standard American Value Package maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2012 has 5 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Dodge Journey American Value Package?

For the American Value Package, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Dodge Journey buyer's guide.

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