kamhillbilly Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 (edited) I bought the wife a new 2012 Journey sxt in May and dealer says hitch is still backordered any one else having issues .we have all ready lost the summer cant tow atv trailer to the cottage have to take two vehicles (we have reg cab cummins truck no room for kids) Edited August 25, 2012 by kamhillbilly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Official Dodge Support DodgeCACares Posted August 23, 2012 Official Dodge Support Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Kamhillbily! We apologize for and are very sensitive to the consequences of part delays, and as a result, we do attempt to minimize delivery time to our dealers. The factors influencing our inventory are many and include supplier availability, storage capacity, and part production/demand. These factors are continually reviewed to ensure optimal combinations; however, there will inevitably be some delays, which we may not be able to modify. If you would like me to look into this for you, send me a PM with your VIN and name of your dealer; from there i will see what i can do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 I've been waiting since april, TOTALLY unexceptable. There is no reason it should take this long. Pay extra for a tow package, and can't use it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamhillbilly Posted August 27, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2012 I've been waiting since april, TOTALLY unexceptable. There is no reason it should take this long. Pay extra for a tow package, and can't use it. I agree I have seen factory ones on Ebay but my dealer can't seem to get one that I have already paid too much for ....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted September 2, 2012 Report Share Posted September 2, 2012 Kamhillbily! We apologize for and are very sensitive to the consequences of part delays, and as a result, we do attempt to minimize delivery time to our dealers. The factors influencing our inventory are many and include supplier availability, storage capacity, and part production/demand. These factors are continually reviewed to ensure optimal combinations; however, there will inevitably be some delays, which we may not be able to modify. If you would like me to look into this for you, send me a PM with your VIN and name of your dealer; from there i will see what i can do. Any news on the hitches? Haven't heard anything back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted September 6, 2012 Report Share Posted September 6, 2012 Maybe december I'm told.....what a f*&%ing joke! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windancer Posted September 6, 2012 Report Share Posted September 6, 2012 (edited) Maybe december I'm told.....what a f*&%ing joke! I really feel for you Moparman and others who are waiting, I got my hitch for my 2010 right away which was great. I have trailered my boat numerous times and recently I got a trailer for my Kayaks and now haul my 2 17' touring kayaks and it seems to work well. Terry Edited September 6, 2012 by Windancer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted September 6, 2012 Report Share Posted September 6, 2012 Yep, great deal, pay 35k for a new car, and have to borrow my brothers old intrepid when I need to tow something ...........oh yeah thats on top of paying for a "tow package". Shoulda bought another Volvo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgusto82 Posted September 6, 2012 Report Share Posted September 6, 2012 Yep, great deal, pay 35k for a new car, and have to borrow my brothers old intrepid when I need to tow something ...........oh yeah thats on top of paying for a "tow package". Shoulda bought another Volvo. Atleast it's just a back ordered hitch. It's not like it's leaking fluid from the rear diff or anything.. LoL. (just busting your balls) But seriously, can't you cancel the order and try sourcing it somewhere else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted September 6, 2012 Report Share Posted September 6, 2012 Atleast it's just a back ordered hitch. It's not like it's leaking fluid from the rear diff or anything.. LoL. (just busting your balls) But seriously, can't you cancel the order and try sourcing it somewhere else? LOL yeah true! ;-) I didn't tell the wife about that. Can get aftermarket, but the hang out and look awful. May try and sourse a cheap one, then sell it once I get the OE one. Chrysler has their head up their a$$ sometimes, this sure is one of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgusto82 Posted September 6, 2012 Report Share Posted September 6, 2012 Dont know if you've tried, I did a search on eBay, and I saw the mopar hitch available. That's what I mean. Just cancel the chrysler order. No way I'd hold for them that long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted September 7, 2012 Report Share Posted September 7, 2012 Really?? Looked on wed. and only saw aftermarket stuff. What exact words did you use to search? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgusto82 Posted September 7, 2012 Report Share Posted September 7, 2012 http://www.ebay.com/itm/MOPAR-HITCH-RECEIVER-FOR-JOURNEY-2009-2012-82210403AB-/230847682200?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3ADodge%7CModel%3AJourney&hash=item35bf981698&vxp=mtr#ht_1257wt_897 I typed in dodge journey hitch. That listing has 5 available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted September 7, 2012 Report Share Posted September 7, 2012 Yes found it last night, Thanks!! Bought one. If I can ever help out in any way, shoot me a PM, MUCH app. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 Well that fell through, guess they didnt really have them in stock. This sucks :-( Gonna have to put aftermarket POS on it for now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windancer Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 Well that fell through, guess they didnt really have them in stock. Hey moparman, what all do you need? I will talk to my dealership out west here (Indian Head, Sask.) and see if they have what you need. PM me if you want. Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Just lookin for an OE hitch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgusto82 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Well that fell through, guess they didnt really have them in stock. This sucks :-( Gonna have to put aftermarket POS on it for now Sorry to hear that. I tried... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AstralRT Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 I was expecting a delay for my hitch too when I ordered it after vehicle delivery, but about a month after I had my hitch installed (late June), and yes, its the OE Mopar hitch. I feel bad for you guys, because I have the opposite problem of having a hitch and nothing to tow. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgusto82 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 I have the opposite problem of having a hitch and nothing to tow. LMAO!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Sorry to hear that. I tried... Yes much app., thanks for the tip. I'll watch ebay, but prob gonna have to go aftermarket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windancer Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Just lookin for an OE hitch Hey Moparman Phone Joe @ 1-800-652-3181 and ask if they have a hitch. It's my dealer in western Canada. Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolly Posted September 18, 2012 Report Share Posted September 18, 2012 Terry, that was a nice gesture. Your always positive input is appreciated!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparman Posted September 19, 2012 Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 Thanks I'll try them. :call: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windancer Posted September 19, 2012 Report Share Posted September 19, 2012 Terry, that was a nice gesture. Your always positive input is appreciated!!!! Thanks Rolly, I really appreciate you saying so. I hope they might be able to help him out. Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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