Dodge Charger 2011–2023 problems by year and mileage
7th generation · LD
NHTSA data through 18 October 20262,868 complaints, 1,943 with mileageMethod
A DO NOT DRIVE recall covers part of this generation — check the VIN before driving it home.
Which year is yours? Tap it to see what breaks on it.
- 201160kmedian
- 201264kmedian
- 201358kmedian
- 201454kmedian
- 201554kmedian
- 201644k†median
- 201738k†median
- 201829k†median
- 201910k†median
- 2020—too few
- 2021—too few
- 2022—too few
- 2023—too few
The 2011 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- 60,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 695
- Recalls naming this year
- 11
Most reported on the 2011
- Electrical system395 reports · median 57,000 mi
- Exterior lighting158 reports · median 55,000 mi
- Fuel and propulsion system79 reports · median 75,000 mi
Recall areas Air bags — frontal · Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator · Structure
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2012 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- 64,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 648
- Recalls naming this year
- 14
Most reported on the 2012
- Electrical system359 reports · median 64,000 mi
- Airbag system111 reports · median 60,000 mi
- Engine94 reports · median 80,000 mi
Recall areas Air bags — frontal · Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator · Power train — automatic transmission
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2013 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- 58,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 360
- Recalls naming this year
- 8
Most reported on the 2013
- Electrical system167 reports · median 58,000 mi
- Engine50 reports · median 66,000 mi
- Transmission and driveline48 reports · median 51,000 mi
Recall areas Air bags — frontal · Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator · Power train — automatic transmission
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2014 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- 54,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 343
- Recalls naming this year
- 9
Most reported on the 2014
- Electrical system109 reports · median 52,000 mi
- Steering62 reports · median 69,000 mi
- Engine61 reports · median 60,000 mi
Recall areas Air bags — frontal · Electrical system — software · Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2015 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- 54,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 136
- Recalls naming this year
- 7
Most reported on the 2015
- Transmission and driveline32 reports
- Engine24 reports
- Electrical system22 reports
Recall areas Air bags — frontal · Electrical system — software · Power train — driveline
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2016 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- 44,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 182
- Recalls naming this year
- 5
† This median likely runs low (why).
Most reported on the 2016
- Body structure53 reports · median 49,000 mi
- Problems owners could not categorise32 reports
- Electrical system25 reports
Recall areas Electrical system — software · Power train — driveline · Equipment
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2017 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- 38,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 128
- Recalls naming this year
- 4
† This median likely runs low (why).
Most reported on the 2017
- Electrical system48 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise31 reports
- Body structure20 reports
Recall areas Electrical system — software · Power train — driveline · Engine and engine cooling — engine
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2018 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- 29,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 122
- Recalls naming this year
- 6
† This median likely runs low (why).
Most reported on the 2018
- Electrical system45 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise33 reports
- Body structure19 reports
Recall areas Air bags — side/window · Back over prevention — sensing system · Electrical system — wiring
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2019 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- 10,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 120
- Recalls naming this year
- 5
† This median likely runs low (why).
Most reported on the 2019
- Airbag system49 reports
- Electrical system22 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise21 reports
Recall areas Air bags — side/window · Back over prevention — sensing system · Service brakes
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2020 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 57
- Recalls naming this year
- 3
Most reported on the 2020
- Airbag system36 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise10 reports
- Electrical system6 reports
Recall areas Air bags — side/window · Visibility — windshield · Back over prevention — sensing system
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2021 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 35
- Recalls naming this year
- 2
Most reported on the 2021
- Airbag system16 reports
- Transmission and driveline5 reports
- Problems owners could not categorise5 reports
Recall areas Air bags — side/window · Visibility — windshield
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2022 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 16
- Recalls naming this year
- 3
Most reported on the 2022
- Airbag system4 reports
- Electrical system4 reports
- Engine3 reports
Recall areas Power train — manual transmission · Tires — pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2023 Dodge Charger
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 26
- Recalls naming this year
- 2
Most reported on the 2023
- Electrical system10 reports
- Transmission and driveline9 reports
- Engine5 reports
Recall areas Seats — critical fasteners · Parking brake
Check the VIN at NHTSA
Tiles: each year’s median failure mileage. † Median likely runs low (complaints filed after 2020). Latest: the 2012; earliest: the 2019, and the 2012 is 7 years older (part of the gap is age). 4 of these years carry fewer than 30 reports with an odometer reading and show no median at all, rather than one computed from a handful.
The short answer
“Is the 2011–2023 Dodge Charger reliable?”
- Median of reported failures
- 56,000 mi
- 90% of reports came by
- 110,000 mi
- Reports with mileage
- 1,943
- Recalls
- 36
Most reported
- Electrical system42.3% of complaints · median 58,000 mi
- Engine13.5% of complaints · median 60,000 mi
- Airbag system12.9% of complaints · median 55,000 mi
Documented problems
- Engine2011–2013
- Engine2011–2023
- Transmission2012–2016
- Electrical2011–2014
Owners filed 2,868 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011–2023 Dodge Charger; the electrical system leads with 42.3% of them, and half of the 1,943 that record an odometer reading came by 56,000 miles — complaints, not a failure rate.
No single peak: the middle half runs 36,000 to 81,000 miles.
Before-you-buy checklist ↓At your mileage ↓Check this VIN — NHTSA ↗
How many miles does a 2011–2023 Dodge Charger last?
On the 2011–2023 Dodge Charger, half of the 1,943 complaints that record an odometer reading were filed by 56,000 miles and 90% by 110,000 miles (why that is not a lifespan).
52 reports came in past 150,000 miles and 7 past 200,000 — each one proof that a Charger reached that mileage, not that it failed there.
Figure 1 · Dodge Charger 2011–2023 · 1,943 reports with mileage
Mileage at failure
5,000-mile bins, 0 to 200,000 miles, linear scale; tallest bar 138 complaints
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 200,000+ — 7 complaints (0.4%), plotted separately
- 10%
- 12,000
- 25%
- 36,000
- Median
- 56,000
- 75%
- 81,000
- 90%
- 110,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–5,000 | 125 | 6.4% |
| 5,000–10,000 | 40 | 2.1% |
| 10,000–15,000 | 54 | 2.8% |
| 15,000–20,000 | 47 | 2.4% |
| 20,000–25,000 | 40 | 2.1% |
| 25,000–30,000 | 62 | 3.2% |
| 30,000–35,000 | 78 | 4.0% |
| 35,000–40,000 | 125 | 6.4% |
| 40,000–45,000 | 114 | 5.9% |
| 45,000–50,000 | 111 | 5.7% |
| 50,000–55,000 | 138 | 7.1% |
| 55,000–60,000 | 110 | 5.7% |
| 60,000–65,000 | 123 | 6.3% |
| 65,000–70,000 | 100 | 5.1% |
| 70,000–75,000 | 90 | 4.6% |
| 75,000–80,000 | 61 | 3.1% |
| 80,000–85,000 | 87 | 4.5% |
| 85,000–90,000 | 60 | 3.1% |
| 90,000–95,000 | 44 | 2.3% |
| 95,000–100,000 | 50 | 2.6% |
| 100,000–105,000 | 55 | 2.8% |
| 105,000–110,000 | 25 | 1.3% |
| 110,000–115,000 | 30 | 1.5% |
| 115,000–120,000 | 22 | 1.1% |
| 120,000–125,000 | 33 | 1.7% |
| 125,000–130,000 | 16 | 0.8% |
| 130,000–135,000 | 19 | 1.0% |
| 135,000–140,000 | 15 | 0.8% |
| 140,000–145,000 | 12 | 0.6% |
| 145,000–150,000 | 5 | 0.3% |
| 150,000–155,000 | 9 | 0.5% |
| 155,000–160,000 | 6 | 0.3% |
| 160,000–165,000 | 5 | 0.3% |
| 165,000–170,000 | 7 | 0.4% |
| 170,000–175,000 | 6 | 0.3% |
| 175,000–180,000 | 3 | 0.2% |
| 180,000–185,000 | 4 | 0.2% |
| 185,000–190,000 | 1 | 0.1% |
| 190,000–195,000 | 3 | 0.2% |
| 195,000–200,000 | 1 | 0.1% |
| 200,000+ | 7 | 0.4% |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.
Common Charger problems, and when they happen
Figure 2 · Dodge Charger 2011–2023
When each system fails
Bar: middle half of reports · notch: median · proportional (log) scale (how to read it)
- Problems owners could not categorise286 reportsmedian 50,000middle half 30,000–73,000
- Transmission and driveline296 reportsmedian 54,000middle half 26,000–82,000
- Exterior lighting271 reportsmedian 54,000middle half 40,000–70,000
- Airbag system369 reportsmedian 55,000middle half 34,000–85,000
- Electrical system1,214 reportsmedian 58,000middle half 40,000–80,000
- Engine387 reportsmedian 60,000middle half 37,000–97,000
- Steering239 reportsmedian 65,000middle half 39,000–84,000
- Your odometer, once entered below
Ordered by median mileage, earliest first.
All systems in a table
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1,214 | 42.3% | 58,000 | 40,000–80,000 |
| Engine | 387 | 13.5% | 60,000 | 37,000–97,000 |
| Airbag system | 369 | 12.9% | 55,000 | 34,000–85,000 |
| Transmission and driveline | 296 | 10.3% | 54,000 | 26,000–82,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 286 | 10.0% | 50,000 | 30,000–73,000 |
| Exterior lighting | 271 | 9.4% | 54,000 | 40,000–70,000 |
| Steering | 239 | 8.3% | 65,000 | 39,000–84,000 |
| Brakes | 177 | 6.2% | 49,000 | 26,000–70,000 |
| Fuel and propulsion system | 172 | 6.0% | 69,000 | 45,000–94,000 |
| Body structure | 155 | 5.4% | 50,000 | 30,000–67,000 |
Known problems with the 2011–2023 Charger
Engine 2011–2013
3.6L Pentastar left cylinder head exhaust valve seat failure/recession causing a cylinder 2 misfire, ticking and loss of power; FCA replaced heads under a warranty extension to 10 years/150,000 miles.
Engine 2011–2023
5.7L Hemi MDS lifter collapse and camshaft lobe wear, the same oil-starvation mechanism as the LX generation and still present through the end of production.
Transmission 2012–2016
845RE/8HP 8-speed torque converter clutch shudder, harsh 1-2 shifts and downshift bump, plus mechatronic/TCM faults; several TSBs issued for cold-start shift quality software. Behavior improved materially in later model years.
Electrical 2011–2014
Alternator failure causing sudden stalling and in some cases fire; NHTSA recall 14V-634 covered 3.6L Pentastar vehicles including the Charger.
Electrical 2011–2014
TIPM faults continue on early LD model years with symptoms similar to the LX generation.
Before you buy a 2011–2023 Charger: the 3-minute check
Generated from 1,943 mileage-tagged complaints, 36 recall campaigns, 5 documented problem areas.
- A DO NOT DRIVE recall covers part of this generation. Run the VIN before you drive it home — the fix is free at an authorized dealer.
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 36 campaigns cover this generation.
- Check engine on 2011–2013 cars. What each looks like: Known problems.
- Check engine on 2011–2023 with 5.7L cars.
- Check transmission on 2012–2016 most reported cars.
- Years differ here: from 16 to 695 complaints a year — compare them by model year.
- End with a pre-purchase inspection of this car.
Charger problems by mileage: where your car sits
Type your odometer, or read the table.
| System | Middle half of reports, mi | At 60k mi54% below | At 90k mi81% below | At 120k mi92% below | At 150k mi97% below | At 200k mi100% below |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 40,000–80,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Engine | 37,000–97,000 | in window | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Airbag system | 34,000–85,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Transmission and driveline | 26,000–82,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 30,000–73,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Exterior lighting | 40,000–70,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Steering | 39,000–84,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
Figure 3 · Dodge Charger 2011–2023 · 1,943 reports with mileage
Share of reports below each mileage
Steps at bin edges (how to read it)
- 60,000 mi — 54% of reports below
- 90,000 mi — 81% of reports below
- 120,000 mi — 92% of reports below
- 150,000 mi — 97% of reports below
- 200,000 mi — 100% of reports below
- Median (the 50% line)
- Your odometer, once entered
Linear axis, same as Figure 1.
2011–2023 Dodge Charger recalls (36)
NHTSA records 36 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation (what a recall is).
3 of these carry a severe advisory — do not drive or park outside; check those first by VIN.
The campaigns cluster around the electrical system (7), the airbag system (6), the transmission and driveline (6) (why one area can repeat).
Aug 2024 · 2023 · SeatsA seat back that is not locked into position can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Dodge Charger vehicles. The left rear seat back may not lock in the upright position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating…
What can happen. A seat back that is not locked into position can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and adjust the seat back latch striker as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at…
Mar 2024 · 2018–2021 · Air BagsAn inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
What can happen. An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
The free fix. Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Feb 2024 · 2023 · Parking BrakeA vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger vehicles. The parking brake may be improperly adjusted, which can result in a vehicle roll away. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…
What can happen. A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.
The free fix. Dealers will properly adjust the parking brake, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's…
Nov 2022 · 2022 · Power TrainAn improperly engaged shifter assembly may slip out of the "drive" position, resulting in a sudden loss of…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Charger and Durango vehicles. The shifter assembly was not properly heat-treated, which can prevent the shifter from properly engaging in the "drive" position.
What can happen. An improperly engaged shifter assembly may slip out of the "drive" position, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's…
Oct 2022 · 2022 · TiresInoperative TPMS sensors will not alert the driver to low tire pressure.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail…
What can happen. Inoperative TPMS sensors will not alert the driver to low tire pressure. In addition, a TPMS warning light that is already illuminated from a failed battery sensor will mask an actual tire pressure…
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the TPMS sensors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US…
Jul 2022 · 2022 · TiresInoperative TPMS sensors will not alert the driver to low tire pressure.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail…
What can happen. Inoperative TPMS sensors will not alert the driver to low tire pressure. In addition, a TPMS warning light that is already illuminated from a failed battery sensor will mask an actual tire pressure…
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the TPMS sensors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's…
Jul 2021 · 2020–2021 · VisibilityA windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles…
What can happen. A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The free fix. Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at…
Aug 2020 · 2018–2020 · Back Over PreventionThe lack of a back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicles equipped with a "stealth mode." When stealth mode is selected, the backup camera rearview image will not display when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail…
What can happen. The lack of a back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update body control module software to disable stealth mode when the vehicle is shifted into "Reverse", free of charge. The recall began October 22…
Oct 2019 · 2019 · Service BrakesA damaged tire can suddenly lose air pressure and increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles. An incompatible front wheel and brake package was installed and may allow the front tire to contact the steering knuckle, causing tire damage.
What can happen. A damaged tire can suddenly lose air pressure and increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front wheels and inspect and replace the front tires, as necessary. In addition, dealers will inspect the wheel alignment, adjusting it if…
Mar 2019 · 2019 · Air BagsFailure to provide the air bag warning information increases the risk of injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Charger vehicles. The driver and passenger sun visors may lack the required air bag warning information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number…
What can happen. Failure to provide the air bag warning information increases the risk of injury.
The free fix. Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger sun visors, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at…
Mar 2019 · 2019 · Electrical SystemFailure of the instrument cluster to properly illuminate may prevent the driver from receiving warnings about…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Challenger and Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The instrument cluster may not properly illuminate driver warnings. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
What can happen. Failure of the instrument cluster to properly illuminate may prevent the driver from receiving warnings about the vehicle's systems, increasing the risk of crash.
The free fix. Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Jan 2019 · 2011–2015 · Air Bags do not driveIn the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge RAM 3500, RAM 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag…
What can happen. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious…
The free fix. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The…
Aug 2018 · 2018 · Electrical SystemA vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler…
What can happen. A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
May 2018 · 2014–2018 · Electrical SystemIf the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500…
What can happen. If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may…
May 2018 · 2015–2018 · Power TrainIf the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.
What can happen. If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's…
May 2018 · 2018 · Power TrainIf the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
What can happen. If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Jan 2018 · 2011–2013 · Air Bags do not driveAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii…
What can happen. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The free fix. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The…
Dec 2017 · 2016 · EquipmentIf the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at…
What can happen. If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Nov 2017 · 2014 · Electrical SystemIf the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
What can happen. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's…
Aug 2017 · 2017 · Engine and Engine CoolingIf an EOC line fails, oil may spray onto the windshield or contact a hot surface, impairing driver visibility…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles equipped with Hellcat engines. The engine oil cooler (EOC) hoses may fail resulting in a rapid loss of engine oil.
What can happen. If an EOC line fails, oil may spray onto the windshield or contact a hot surface, impairing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EOC lines, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's…
Jul 2017 · 2011–2014 · Electrical SystemIf the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with…
What can happen. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018.…
Feb 2017 · 2014–2017 · Power TrainA loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
What can happen. A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
May 2016 · 2011–2012 · Air Bags do not driveThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM…
What can happen. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may…
The free fix. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company.…
Apr 2016 · 2012–2014 · Power TrainDrivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The…
What can happen. Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the…
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of vehicle rollaway, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler…
Jan 2016 · 2011–2016 · StructureA car that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
The defect. FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016. When an affected vehicle is lifted using the supplied tire jack without chocking the wheels, the vehicle's body-side sill…
What can happen. A car that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will provide owners with wheel chocks and instructions for their use, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer…
Jul 2015 · 2011–2014 · Seat BeltsAir bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 6, 2010, to June 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag…
What can happen. Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer…
Jul 2015 · 2015 · EquipmentExploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper…
What can happen. Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own…
Feb 2015 · 2015 · Engine and Engine CoolingA fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT and Dodge Charger SRT vehicles manufactured September 18, 2014, to February 5, 2015, and equipped with a 6.2L supercharged engine. O-ring seal and fuel rail crossover hose damage…
What can happen. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the engine fuel rail injector crossover hose, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Oct 2014 · 2011–2014 · Electrical SystemIf the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160…
What can happen. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Mar 2014 · 2011–2012 · Exterior LightingLoss of headlights reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 20, 2010, through November 8, 2011, and equipped with halogen headlamps. In the affected vehicles, a sub-harness for the headlights may overheat…
What can happen. Loss of headlights reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlamp jumper harnesses and bulbs, or the headlamp assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2014. Owners may…
Dec 2013 · 2013 · Power TrainThe transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 300 AWD, Dodge Charger AWD, and Dodge RAM 1500 4x4 vehicles equipped with ZF all wheel drive ("AWD") 8HP45 transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission output shaft may…
What can happen. The transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may…
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmissions, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact Chrysler at…
Apr 2013 · 2011–2012 · Air BagsIn the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment the airbags may not operate as designed, increasing…
The defect. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured April 11, 2011, through December 14, 2011. The affected vehicles may have improperly sized terminal crimps on the…
What can happen. In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment the airbags may not operate as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both driver and passenger seat airbag wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at…
May 2012 · 2011–2012 · Electrical SystemThis could lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 300 and Dodge Charger vehicles. These vehicles may lose ABS/esc system function due to an overheated power distribution center.
What can happen. This could lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the ABS/esc system fuse, free of charge. The safety recall began on may 18, 2012. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Feb 2012 · 2011–2012 · Service Brakes, HydraulicThis could lead to loss of visibility and/or braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 Dodge Charger police vehicles. The low beam headlamps of some vehicles could fail due to an overheated bulb harness connector. Other vehicles may lose ABS/esc system function due to an overheated power…
What can happen. This could lead to loss of visibility and/or braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the headlamp jumper harnesses and relocate the ABS/esc system fuse within the power distribution center, free of charge. The safety recall began…
Jan 2012 · 2012 · TiresUnderinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and…
The defect. Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 Dodge Charger srt8 and the Chrysler 300 srt8 vehicles manufactured from may 2, 2011, through november 17, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 138…
What can happen. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the vehicle’s TPMS. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2012. Owners may contact Chrysler at…
Sep 2011 · 2012 · Engine and Engine CoolingConnecting rod failure may lead to engine seizure which may increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 Chrysler vehicles, including 200 and Town and Country models, Dodge vehicles, including Charger, durango, Grand Caravan and journey models and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured from august 31, 2011…
What can happen. Connecting rod failure may lead to engine seizure which may increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners and replace the engine free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about november 18, 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Crashes, fires and injuries owners reported
Out of 2,868 complaints against this generation, owners also reported:
- Crashes
- 161 (5.6%)
- Fires
- 153
- Injury reports
- 90
- Fatality reports
- 2
Charger problems by model year
The 2011 drew the most complaints of this generation, 695, most of them about the electrical system, and the 2023 the fewest among the 12 years with at least 20 complaints, 26. A typical year drew about 132.
That makes the 2011 stand out at roughly 5.3 times a typical year (what a yearly count can and cannot say).
| Year | Complaints | With mileage | Median miles | Most reported | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 695 | 575 | 60,000 | Electrical system (395) | 11 |
| 2012 | 648 | 487 | 64,000 | Electrical system (359) | 14 |
| 2013 | 360 | 266 | 58,000 | Electrical system (167) | 8 |
| 2014 | 343 | 239 | 54,000 | Electrical system (109) | 9 |
| 2015 | 136 | 84 | 54,000 | Transmission and driveline (32) | 7 |
| 2016 | 182 | 106 | 44,000† | Body structure (53) | 5 |
| 2017 | 128 | 61 | 38,000† | Electrical system (48) | 4 |
| 2018 | 122 | 60 | 29,000† | Electrical system (45) | 6 |
| 2019 | 120 | 38 | 10,000† | Airbag system (49) | 5 |
| 2020 | 57 | 10 | under 30 reports | Airbag system (36) | 3 |
| 2021 | 35 | 8 | under 30 reports | Airbag system (16) | 2 |
| 2022 | 16 | 3 | under 30 reports | Airbag system (4) | 3 |
| 2023 | 26 | 6 | under 30 reports | Electrical system (10) | 2 |
What Charger owners reported
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started beeping with several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the steering wheel locked up. The contact stated that the windshield wipers activated, and the brakes locked up. The vehicle had…
2014 · 104,000 miles · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was making a clunking sound. The dealer was contacted, and the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the rear draft shaft center bearing was not moving freely as the front shaft. The dealer informed…
2017 · 88,000 miles · Transmission and driveline
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the SRS alarm activated, and there was a short circuit in the front passenger’s side air bag. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V018000 (Air Bags); however, the VIN was not included. The…
2011 · 77,000 miles · Airbag system
The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who initially informed the contact that parts were not yet available. The contact was later informed that parts were available, but a technician was not…
2020 · 59,000 miles · Airbag system
Built from 1,943 NHTSA complaints with mileage · snapshot 2026-10-20 · open data · how it is built
Other Charger generations
- Charger 2006–2010 2,205 reports with mileage, most about the electrical system