Recall 16V907 covers 42,231 2016 Dodge vehicles, including Journey, Patriot, and Compass, for intermittent crankshaft or camshaft sensors. Free repair at a franchised Dodge dealer.
Dodge is recalling 42,231 2016 Journey, Patriot, and Compass vehicles under recall 16V907 because the crankshaft or camshaft sensor can work only intermittently. When the sensor drops out, the engine can stall, raising crash risk, and Dodge dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The crankshaft and camshaft sensors on the 2016 Journey, Patriot, and Compass tell the engine computer where the rotating engine parts are. The computer uses that position signal to time fuel delivery and ignition. When those signals are steady, the engine keeps the right rhythm and continues running.
In this recall, the crankshaft or camshaft sensor can work intermittently. The signal drops in and out instead of staying consistent. When the engine computer loses that timing information, it can stop controlling combustion correctly, and the engine can stall. The recall points to sensor operation as the failure, without naming a separate deeper cause in the owner-facing information.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not given a dashboard symptom or sound to watch for before the engine stalls.
Who's affected?
Covers the Journey, Patriot, and Compass from the 2016 model year, all tied to the engine component.
| 2016 Dodge Journey | Engine |
|---|---|
| 2016 Jeep Patriot | Engine |
| 2016 Jeep Compass | Engine |
| Units affected | 42,231 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An engine stall can leave you without normal engine power while driving and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon and ask the dealer what to do if it stalls before the appointment. Repair is free at any franchised Dodge dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Dodge Journey, Patriot, or Compass is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Dodge dealer to schedule the free sensor-connector replacement that fixes the intermittent crankshaft or camshaft sensor signal that can stall the engine.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 16V907 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. If the engine stalls, pull over safely and contact the dealer before driving again.
- Call Dodge customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with questions about the repair or scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dodge technician replaces the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector covered by your VIN. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you have already paid out of pocket for this connector-related repair, Dodge's reimbursement process asks customers to send the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment to the company for confirmation of the expense.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 16, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 27, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 27, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 8, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V907?
Recall 16V907 covers 42,231 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Patriot, and Jeep Compass vehicles with crankshaft or camshaft sensor connectors that can work intermittently and stall the engine. Dodge dealers will replace the affected connector for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Patriot, or Jeep Compass is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V907. If it is, contact a franchised Dodge dealer to schedule the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector replacement. Reference recall number 16V907 and Chrysler recall number S89 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy says dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an engine stall. If the crankshaft or camshaft sensor signal cuts out, the engine can stall while driving, increasing crash risk. Confirm the recall with your VIN, then schedule the free connector replacement with a franchised Dodge dealer.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Ownership history does not cancel an open safety recall. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Patriot, or Jeep Compass is included, then give recall number 16V907 to the dealer service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V907000 |
|---|---|
| Dodge customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V907 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V907000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →