JRodMTB Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 (edited) Hoping you guys can help me... the Wife's 2014 AWD RT has been at the Dealership since Monday because of a clunk or squeak when the brakes are applied and the suspension is activated by a dip or bump in the road. Essentially if you're braking for a traffic light and you slowly pass over a bump it makes a noise. It started at about 12k miles and has gotten progressively worse. In true form the dealer "test drove" it and couldn't replicate it so tried to send us away without a fix. I took the service manager out and within 30 sec I was able to replicate it over a sewer grate in their parking lot. I just got a "hmm that's not normal" but haven't heard a peep since then. We have a 2012 SXT as a rental and it does the exact same thing, which makes me believe this isn't an isolated issue. Has anyone had this issue with their Journey? Any fix? EDIT: I realize I used the incorrect "braking" in the subject. I can't edit the subject line - oops lol Edited January 2, 2015 by JRodMTB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2late4u Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 i hear a slight clunk when hitting certain bumps or pot holes,hardly hear it and haven't been worried about it, same as the trans every once in a while will make a noise going from park to drive or reverse. not bad enough to complain about Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 Mine makes various clunks depending on what driving conditions. Not too concerned about it. I don't drive the vehicle enough to be able to replicate the sounds. So I'm not ready for a dealer visit yet. One of these days when the wife starts complaining about it I will look into it in more detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 Mine makes a clunk every time I back out of my garage. I was told that it is normal. Part of the Warranty, so I'm not too concerned,. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltdjourney Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 My 2014 LTD dose the same going over speed bumps sounds like the front struts making noise rest of time it's fine ?? dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted January 3, 2015 Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 Definitely the right front strut on mine but the service tech said everything is normal. What? Me worry!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted January 3, 2015 Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 Gotta love the techs that "dodge" their jobs...get it?? Dodge their jobs??? Lol. I crack myself up. ltdjourney, Mr. Fix it and dhh3 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Official Dodge Support DodgeCACares Posted January 5, 2015 Official Dodge Support Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 My 2014 LTD dose the same going over speed bumps sounds like the front struts making noise rest of time it's fine ?? ltdjourney, Do you find this noise is more pronounced under certain conditions, such as colder weather? I'd recommend getting your Journey to your dealer when you have a chance and duplicate the issue for them. This may simply be a characteristic of the vehicle, worth a look though. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRodMTB Posted January 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2015 Interesting that there are others that have a similiar issue. My wifes RT only does it when the brakes are applied - but yeah, a speed bump would most definitely cause it to make a noise. Hopefully this is an isolated issue but the 2012 SXT we have makes the same noise. Talked to the dealer this morning and they have a new strut on order, which they believe will fix it. They've had it over a week, so I'm crossing my fingers... dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted January 7, 2015 Report Share Posted January 7, 2015 Today, it sounded like it was coming from the left side. Since they checked the whole front suspension, I'm guessing everything is fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journey_SeXT Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 Found this Service Bulletin....dunno if this helps anyone. Front strut.pdf rolly and dhh3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 Found this Service Bulletin....dunno if this helps anyone. Thank you for that. Printing it out for when it gets bad enough to have to take it in. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolly Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 Good stuff!!!! dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRodMTB Posted January 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 Thanks J-SeXT! Got the car back after 2 weeks at the dealer. Apparently the sway bar bushings were loose. They also replaced the brake pads and the LH strut, which finally fixed it. The car is rick solid again and makes zero noise. Happy wife, happy life!! dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda Palfrey Posted February 28, 2015 Report Share Posted February 28, 2015 My 2010 journey makes a cluck noies sounds like the fronte end is falling out had it check couldn't find anything wrong with the car any one have any ideas what could be the problem dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Official Dodge Support DodgeCACares Posted March 2, 2015 Official Dodge Support Report Share Posted March 2, 2015 My 2010 journey makes a cluck noies sounds like the fronte end is falling out had it check couldn't find anything wrong with the car any one have any ideas what could be the problem Linda Palfrey, Under what conditions are you hearing the noises in the front end? You mentioned your Journey was inspected, was this at a Dodge dealer? dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRodMTB Posted March 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 2, 2015 Well, four weeks later and the car is going back because the issue isn't fixed. We've had a new strut, new sway bar bushings and brand new brakes replaced. Car was ok for 3 days and the issue came back. And it's gotten worse. Now the clunk occurs over bumps without breaking. It's so frustrating. I talked my wife into choosing a Dodge over a Chevy or Ford and feel bad. The dealer had her vehicle for 3 weeks. DodgeCACares do you not have state side people that do what you do? dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2late4u Posted March 2, 2015 Report Share Posted March 2, 2015 Well, four weeks later and the car is going back because the issue isn't fixed. We've had a new strut, new sway bar bushings and brand new brakes replaced. Car was ok for 3 days and the issue came back. And it's gotten worse. Now the clunk occurs over bumps without breaking. It's so frustrating. I talked my wife into choosing a Dodge over a Chevy or Ford and feel bad. The dealer had her vehicle for 3 weeks. DodgeCACares do you not have state side people that do what you do? ill hold my tongue on this one.... dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marius Posted March 3, 2015 Report Share Posted March 3, 2015 Gotta love the techs that "dodge" their jobs...get it?? Dodge their jobs??? Lol. I crack myself up. Too funny. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobitz68 Posted March 3, 2015 Report Share Posted March 3, 2015 (edited) Well, four weeks later and the car is going back because the issue isn't fixed. We've had a new strut, new sway bar bushings and brand new brakes replaced. Car was ok for 3 days and the issue came back. And it's gotten worse. Now the clunk occurs over bumps without breaking. It's so frustrating. I talked my wife into choosing a Dodge over a Chevy or Ford and feel bad. The dealer had her vehicle for 3 weeks. DodgeCACares do you not have state side people that do what you do? You should feel bad. EVERYONE knows that Chevy and Ford make every single vehicle perfect and that they are the only manufacturer that is not subject to mechanical failure. Well, at least in America. All of those Japanese manufacturers do the same thing. Dodge's will always fail prematurely and the metal they use just won't hold up. I bet you'll never make that mistake again! EDIT: Or...just maybe your dealer is an idiot. Just a thought. There is only so much that can clunk over a bump... Edited March 3, 2015 by Lobitz68 dhh3 and Armando G 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Official Dodge Support DodgeCares Posted March 3, 2015 Official Dodge Support Report Share Posted March 3, 2015 Well, four weeks later and the car is going back because the issue isn't fixed. We've had a new strut, new sway bar bushings and brand new brakes replaced. Car was ok for 3 days and the issue came back. And it's gotten worse. Now the clunk occurs over bumps without breaking. It's so frustrating. I talked my wife into choosing a Dodge over a Chevy or Ford and feel bad. The dealer had her vehicle for 3 weeks. DodgeCACares do you not have state side people that do what you do? Hi JRodMTB, I am DodgeCACares U.S. counterpart. Sorry to hear that you’re experiencing this concern. Is your vehicle currently with you or at the dealership? If you would like to PM me your VIN, I can look into this further for you. dhh3 and JRodMTB 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cplmadison Posted March 8, 2015 Report Share Posted March 8, 2015 Hoping you guys can help me... the Wife's 2014 AWD RT has been at the Dealership since Monday because of a clunk or squeak when the brakes are applied and the suspension is activated by a dip or bump in the road. Essentially if you're braking for a traffic light and you slowly pass over a bump it makes a noise. It started at about 12k miles and has gotten progressively worse. In true form the dealer "test drove" it and couldn't replicate it so tried to send us away without a fix. I took the service manager out and within 30 sec I was able to replicate it over a sewer grate in their parking lot. I just got a "hmm that's not normal" but haven't heard a peep since then. We have a 2012 SXT as a rental and it does the exact same thing, which makes me believe this isn't an isolated issue. Has anyone had this issue with their Journey? Any fix? EDIT: I realize I used the incorrect "braking" in the subject. I can't edit the subject line - oops lol Lower Suspension arm bushes / tie rod end / lower ball joint and/or shock absorber :P one of those imo easy to check, take the wheel of and see if theres any play in the joints with a bar dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmkrawcz Posted April 22, 2015 Report Share Posted April 22, 2015 I'M HAVING THE SAME ISSUES!!!!! 2014 SXT AWD 22,300 MILES. Bought "certified" at 18,900 miles. I go to pick it up tomorrow at 7:30 AM from the dealership. Claimed they heard nothing the other 2 times I brought it in. Called the GM to have a dodge technician ride in my journey with me. Said he could "kind of" hear something. They were replacing the suspension bushings and are working on replacing the control arm bushings but they are on back order. Could be 3 days to 3 weeks they said... I'll update in the AM! dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubba Posted April 22, 2015 Report Share Posted April 22, 2015 Two years ago I had a clunk noise in mine going over small bumps or turning into driveway. They told me it was the tie rod had a very small amount of play in it , they replaced it and noise was gone . Now it`s back again , I checked the tie rods and again there is just a small amount of play in them, going with after market ones this time maybe last a little longer . dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmkrawcz Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 No control arm bushings yet. I'm too scared to take my vehicle to Chicago for 3 days with my children in it. Too much highway driving for me with a possible suspension problem. The dealership has made me feel like a whine ass about finding the bushing noises in the first place. We are going to ask the dealership GM for a rental since our car isn't more than 3 months post sale OR 23,000 miles. Doubt it will happen though. Sucks well prob rent a car due to lack of faith in the dealerships dodge technician. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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