After setting outside this past winter my car sat outside. With winters passing I'm experiencing the problem described in S08. My power steering return hoses have ruptured. My power steering fluid is leaking terribly and I'm having to replace it daily. My VIN is...9T133353. I'm 100% certain that Chrysler/Dodge has missed some vins in this issue.

- Prior Lake, MN, USA

Power steering return line hose keep leaking. I don't know why it leaks.

- Gresham, OR, USA

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the power steering return hose failed. There were no warning indicators illuminated before or after the failure. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The contact diagnosed the vehicle himself and determined that the faulty part was the power steering return hose. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact wanted his vehicle included in NHTSA campaign number: 16V273000 (steering) because he believed the failure was relevant to the recall. The VIN was not provided. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000.

- Ishpeming, MI, USA

Have had power steering hose fail twice in two weeks. This has happened after starting the vehicle in extreme cold temperatures. Once it happened in driveway but was not noticed till on the road. Next time happened after starting the vehicle in driveway but was noticed before taking on road. Seemed to be spraying fluid on engine so was a fire hazard.

- Lake Orion, MI, USA

Hydraulic power steering lines split at start up in cold losing all power steering fluid

- Hastings, MN, USA

Power steering return line blew during start of vehicle causing me to lose power steering control

- Ravenna, OH, USA

For the 2nd time since I purchased this car 2 years ago, I have lost power steering and had to pay to replace it. This car has been a lemon since I purchased it. First the head gasket blew, then I had to replace the radiator, then the ignition switch, now power steering twice. This car is nothing but a money pit. I tell everyone I know to stay away from Dodge

- Windom, MN, USA

Problem with stearing system as campain fca S08 also on this model 2.0 td dpf also huge problem on automatic transmition getrag

- Roma, TX, USA

Upon start up in cold weather power steering fluid shoots out from under the car. Makes loud noise. I see other vehicles from same year are recalled but not mine. Car was parked.

- Chicago, IL, USA

Power steering gets leak in hose with extreme cold weather, causing hard steering and turning, wheel will not turn. Straight driving is ok but can hardly turn wheel if turning corner, if U fill fluid level, fluid leaks out after filled.

- Waterford, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. After starting the vehicle, it was discovered that the power steering malfunctioned and the steering wheel was very difficult to turn in either direction. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the power steering fluid leaked from the vehicle onto the ground. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact called the local dealer (brookdale luther Dodge, 952-258-8511) in reference to the failure. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 151,000.

- Blain, MN, USA

Upon start up in extreme cold, vehicle made loud noises when the steering wheel was turned. While driving, the steering became increasingly more difficult when turning the steering wheel (specifically when exiting the highway). When I arrived home, I opened the hood and checked the engine compartment and noticed fluid on the passenger side of the engine compartment, near the bottom of the engine. It was red in color and determined to be power steering fluid. Upon research, I discovered that this make/model and year has a recall (NHTSA campaign #16V273000) but my VIN in particular does not appear to be a part of it.

- East Windsor, NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. Upon starting the vehicle with the driver's door opened, the contact noticed fluid underneath the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that an independent mechanic came to her home to inspect the vehicle and determined that the power steering hose had ruptured and there was no power steering fluid in the reservoir. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for repairs. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 16V273000 (steering) due to the date the vehicle was manufactured. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.

- Rochester, NY, USA

Front end clunks when you turn the wheels while driving.

- Surprise, AZ, USA

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. While driving various speeds, the steering seized without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred several times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown.

- Rawlings, WY, USA

I have been having issues with my power steering return house busting at engine startup when the weather is 30 or below. This is my 5th winter dealing with this and I have replaced the reservoir (recommended by the dealership) and I am still having issues. I would reattach the hose and the same day it will bust again. It has busted when we are at home, work or out running errands. During the non winter months I always have a slow leak and have to fill about once a month. This leak is eating away at my motor mount and ac belt. I have came across a recall (S08) for this issue but Chrysler said my VIN/engine type is not covered under this. Clearly I am having the same issue and do not understand to why I cannot get mine fixed. I have a strong belief that this is a manufacturer issue and I don't have an extra $500 laying around to fix it, if its even fixable my a local mechanic. I live in the midwest where we can get pretty harsh winters and with my power steering not working it is not safe. 75% of the time I have my 3 and 4 year old with me. The upsetting part about this is I am still paying on this car (only 6 months left thank goodness). I hope I can get some positive feedback and answers soon because the people from Chrysler was not very professional or helpful. Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Moline, IL, USA

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. While driving approximately 15 mph, the esp warning indicator remained illuminated. The steering wheel made a loud noise as if something was loose. In addition, the vehicle stalled and failed to start. The vehicle was previously repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 14V373000 (air bags, electrical system). The failure recurred and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

- Allentown, PA, USA

My 2009 Dodge Journey SXT will completely shut off while driving, not stopped but right in the middle of driving. This has happen 2 times sense getting it back from the dealer in January from taking it in for the recall for this very problem. This is very dangerous and now I am being told to bring it back to the dealership for a diagnostic test to see if it related to the recall and if not related then I will have to pay for the diagnosis lol yea right!! I have never heard of a car dying while driving it. If I am told I have to pay as mich as one penny the only thing I will be paying for is a lawyer.

- Kc, MO, USA

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. While attempting to make a right turn, the vehicle became difficult to steer and stalled without warning. The front end of the contact's vehicle crashed into the front end of another vehicle. The front end of the contact's vehicle was damaged and was no longer able to be driven. The vehicle was towed. A police report was filed. The contact received neck, back, arm, and head injuries. Medical attention was received. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 14V373000 (air bags, electrical system) and 16V047000 (air bags); however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000. Parts distribution disconnect and VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Nashville, TN, USA

The failure that occurred on Feb 12,2016. Put the life of my child and myself in eminent danger. While traveling 70 mph in the high speed lane, with moderate traffic on the highway, the car sudden shut off. The dashboard went black, the engine stalled and the car became almost impossible to drive. Not one indicator light on the inside or the outside of the vehicle worked, I reached for hazard lights that did not respond, the gas pedal was unresponsive. The steering was slow and hard to use- power steering was not available. Brakes seemed slow to respond. I know for certain had I collided with any item the airbags would absolutely without a doubt not deployed. The car had simply decided to "shut off", I put the car in neutral hoping to continue rolling forward down the highway with traffic. I was able to muscle the car to safety on the side of the road. I placed the car in park, and turned the ignition to the off position. After several minutes of calming myself and my daughter down I restarted the car. It started, however now every light that can illuminate on the dash, the wipers, day time running lights, radio, and door chimes in a 30-40 second repeating pattern. The dashboard indicates that the car is in park, reverse, neutral, and all forms of drive at the same time. The speedometer, RPM gauge, gas gauge, oil pressure and temperature gauge bounce from the minimum to the maximum during the cycle. The car has clearly had a extensive electrical failure- the "main computer" - as I dont know the exact component that has failed is no longer able to determine whats going on. Having this terrifying failure with my daughter in the car caused me to google the problem, im not the only owner this is a reoccurring situation for many owners. Im just so thankful to have walked away unharmed

- Portsmouth, RI, USA