Superbee Posted April 20, 2016 Report Share Posted April 20, 2016 Hello All! This is my first post. I own a 2014 Journey Crossroad with 43k kms on it to date. Last week I experienced rough idling and a few minutes after I noticed this, the engine light came on (solid, not blinking). Took it to the dealer and sure enough it's the same problem that has plagued so many Pentastars since 2012: cylinder #4 misfire due to left cylinder head failure. The part had to be ordered in from Montreal so it couldn't be immediately fixed. I noticed that there is a post about an FCA letter that went out to owners in 2014 about this issue, but it only addresses the 2011-2013 model years. So I'm curious if this issue is still prevalent with the 2014/2015 model years or if my issue is just bad luck. You would think Dodge would have addressed this manufacturing issue long ago since they sent a letter out about it in 2014. My appointment is this week to have the head replaced, so no biggie and the dealership gave me no hassles. From the sounds of it, once the head is replaced there are no more issues and it runs like new. I certainly hope so. I encourage everyone who has a Pentastar engine, no matter the year, to have any rough idling looked into, and please post if you have a similar issue. Cheers! dhh3 and aukfan33 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yyz Posted April 20, 2016 Report Share Posted April 20, 2016 We own a 2013 and have never received a letter about that. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted April 20, 2016 Report Share Posted April 20, 2016 I bought my 2014 new in June 2014. My build date is: 4/14. I have never received a letter. What is your build date? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2late4u Posted April 20, 2016 Report Share Posted April 20, 2016 dont think he rec a letter just read about one, sounds like his power train warranty taking care of him. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted April 20, 2016 Report Share Posted April 20, 2016 I know, but if his build date was before mine, maybe he got the last bad engine destined for the DJ Factory! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redtomatoman Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 I recently had mine done. Same thing. #4 misfire. Runs fine after head replacement. Cold startup sounds a little different though, there's a new metallic rubbing/squeek sound that goes away after 10-15 seconds. Good luck. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbee Posted April 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 I'm going to find out tomorrow what the build date is on that head. I will post an update! dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2late4u Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 I bought my 2014 new in June 2014. My build date is: 4/14. I have never received a letter. What is your build date? lol just checked my build date and it was on 4/14.... what are the odds of that or is that just a made up date they use......of course the engine manufacture date would be earlier due to transportation reasons and storage.. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 Too funny. They came down the line together, then separated at birth! Animal Mother 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2late4u Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 (edited) just rechecked my sticker says my engine made in Mexico they also make them in Trenton Mi also trans come from USA. hope our journeys made on day shift at least.. and not on Fri or Sat. oh oh just checked they were built on a Monday (4/14) workers hung over and or Temps working...... Edited April 21, 2016 by 2late4u dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbee Posted April 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 Oh good lord, that is infuriating. This is what happens when workers feel untouchable. dhh3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhh3 Posted April 21, 2016 Report Share Posted April 21, 2016 I did not know that the engines were made in Mexico. All the transmissions are made in Kokomo, Indiana. Huge complex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbee Posted May 2, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2016 Well, the Journey has had the cylinder head replaced a week ago, and has been running like new ever since. I also had the power seat adjuster replaced because something was loose in there which made a knock every time I stopped and accelerated. While it was being repaired the dealership hooked me up with a rental...2016 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT with a 5.7L Hemi. That was fun! larryl, jkeaton and dhh3 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Official Dodge Support DodgeCACares Posted May 3, 2016 Official Dodge Support Report Share Posted May 3, 2016 Well, the Journey has had the cylinder head replaced a week ago, and has been running like new ever since. I also had the power seat adjuster replaced because something was loose in there which made a knock every time I stopped and accelerated. While it was being repaired the dealership hooked me up with a rental...2016 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT with a 5.7L Hemi. That was fun! Hi Superbee, Glad to hear the dealer was able to take care of you and hooked up you with the 2016 Ram 1500! If you need anything in the future, let me know. Kathleen Top Care Specialist FCA Canada daddyRT, jkeaton and dhh3 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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