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Dodge Charger 2011–2023 problems by year and mileage

7th generation · LD

NHTSA data through 24 September 20262,867 complaints, 1,942 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

Each tile shows the median mileage at which that model year’s failures were reported. † marks a year whose median likely understates the mileage: much of its reporting came after 2020, when most complaints stopped recording an odometer reading. The 2012 reports latest and the 2019 earliest, but part of that gap is age: the 2012 has had 7 more years on the road to accumulate mileage. 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

1,942

Recalls

36

Most reported

1. Electrical system42.3% of complaints · median 58,000 mi
2. Engine13.5% of complaints · median 60,000 mi
3. Airbag system12.8% of complaints · median 56,000 mi

When each system fails ↓

Documented problems

• Engine2011–2013
• Engine2011–2023
• Transmission2012–2016
• Electrical2011–2014

What each one is ↓

Owners filed 2,867 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011–2023 Dodge Charger; the electrical system leads with 42.3% of them, and half of the 1,942 that record an odometer reading came by 56,000 miles. A count like this can’t rate reliability on its own: NHTSA records what owners chose to report, not how many of each car were sold.

Failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 36,000 and 81,000 miles.

Before-you-buy checklist ↓At your mileage ↓Check this VIN — NHTSA ↗

How many miles does a 2011–2023 Dodge Charger last?

Figure 1 · Dodge Charger 2011–2023 · 1,942 reports with mileage

Mileage at failure

Complaints per 5,000-mile bin, 0 to 200,000 miles, equal bins on a linear scale. Tallest bar = 138 complaints.

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7.1% of all reports fall between 50,000 and 55,000 miles

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• Rest of the range
• Median
• 200,000+ — 7 complaints (0.4%), plotted separately

10%

12,000

25%

36,300

Median

56,000

75%

80,918

90%

110,000

Tallest bin: 138 complaints between 50,000 and 55,000 miles. Based on 1,942 complaints that record mileage. Bin width 5,000 miles.

Show the numbers

Complaints by mileage bin

Mileage	Complaints	Share
0–5,000	125	6.4%
5,000–10,000	40	2.1%
10,000–15,000	53	2.7%
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. Complaint counts reflect what owners reported and are not a measure of failure rate per vehicle sold.

What this can and cannot tell you: these are complaints owners chose to file, not a failure rate. Popular models accumulate more of them simply by being common. How this is built.

Common Charger problems, and when they happen

Figure 2 · Dodge Charger 2011–2023

When each system fails

Bar spans the middle half of reports; the notch inside each bar is the median. Miles at failure on a proportional scale — equal distances are equal ratios, not equal miles.

System0–12,000 mi factory-defect window12,000 mi and beyond wear and service lifeMedian

1. Problems owners could not categorise287 reports50,00030,000–73,000Problems owners could not categorise: 287 reports, median 50,000 miles, middle half 30,000 to 73,000 miles.
2. Transmission and driveline296 reports54,00026,000–82,000Transmission and driveline: 296 reports, median 54,000 miles, middle half 26,000 to 82,000 miles.
3. Exterior lighting271 reports54,00040,000–70,000Exterior lighting: 271 reports, median 54,000 miles, middle half 40,000 to 70,000 miles.
4. Airbag system368 reports56,00035,000–85,000Airbag system: 368 reports, median 56,000 miles, middle half 35,000 to 85,000 miles.
5. Electrical system1,214 reports58,00040,000–80,000Electrical system: 1,214 reports, median 58,000 miles, middle half 40,000 to 80,000 miles.
6. Engine387 reports60,00037,000–97,000Engine: 387 reports, median 60,000 miles, middle half 37,000 to 97,000 miles.
7. Steering239 reports65,00039,000–84,000Steering: 239 reports, median 65,000 miles, middle half 39,000 to 84,000 miles.

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• Your odometer — appears after you enter it in “Where your car sits”

Ordered by median mileage, earliest first. The first 12,000 miles are shaded: that is the boundary this site uses between a manufacturing defect and ordinary wear, not a property of the world.

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.

All systems in a table

Complaints by vehicle system

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	368	12.8%	56,000	35,000–85,000
Transmission and driveline	296	10.3%	54,000	26,000–82,000
Problems owners could not categorise	287	10.0%	50,000	30,000–73,000
Exterior lighting	271	9.5%	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

System by system, in words

Complaints about this generation are not spread evenly across the vehicle, and the systems that generate the most of them do not all fail at the same point in a car's life. The median failure across all systems here is 56,000 miles; the figures below show which parts of the car run ahead of that and which run behind.

The electrical system accounts for 42.3% of complaints (1,214 reports, 892 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 58,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 40,000 and 80,000 miles.

A single system taking 42.3% of all complaints is a concentration worth noting. It means that for this generation, most of what owners reported came back to one area of the car rather than being distributed across many small faults.

The engine accounts for 13.5% of complaints (387 reports, 281 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 60,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 37,000 and 97,000 miles.

The airbag system accounts for 12.8% of complaints (368 reports, 156 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 56,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 35,000 and 85,000 miles.

The transmission and driveline accounts for 10.3% of complaints (296 reports, 197 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 54,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 26,000 and 82,000 miles.

Problems owners could not categorise accounts for 10.0% of complaints (287 reports, 144 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 50,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 30,000 and 73,000 miles.

The exterior lighting accounts for 9.5% of complaints (271 reports, 193 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 54,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 40,000 and 70,000 miles.

Known problems with the 2011–2023 Charger

Before you buy a 2011–2023 Charger: the 3-minute check

Generated from 1,942 mileage-tagged complaints, 36 recall campaigns, 5 documented problem areas. Print this page — the checklist survives print.

For a buyer, failures on this generation are spread rather than concentrated: the middle half falls between 36,000 and 81,000 miles, with a median of 56,000. There is no single mileage threshold to watch, which means condition and maintenance records are more informative than the odometer.

On inspection, the electrical system and the engine are where this generation's reports concentrate, so those are the areas worth a specific look. The electrical system in particular shows a median failure mileage of 58,000, which gives a concrete number to compare against the odometer of any car you are considering.

None of this is a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on the individual car. Aggregate patterns describe a population; the example in front of you has its own history.

Charger problems by mileage: where your car sits

Type your odometer reading, or read the common mileages in the table. Your marker lands on the timing chart above and on the curve below.

Your odometer, milesGo

Figure 3 · Dodge Charger 2011–2023 · 1,942 reports with mileage

Share of reports below each mileage

Share of mileage-tagged reports filed at or below each odometer reading. Steps rise only at bin edges, by exact counted shares.

100%75%50%25%0%

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• 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 staircase crosses the 50% line here
• Your odometer — appears after you enter it above

The staircase tops out at 100%: the remaining 0.4% of reports (7) came above 200,000 miles.

Nothing is smoothed or interpolated. Linear axis, same as Figure 1.

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.

2011–2023 Dodge Charger recalls (36)

NHTSA records 36 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation. A recall means the manufacturer or the regulator concluded there was a safety defect or a standard was not met, and that a free remedy is owed to owners — including second and later owners.

3 of these carry a severe advisory — NHTSA's do not drive or park outside warnings, which the agency applies only when it considers the risk immediate. If you own one of these vehicles, that is the first thing to check by VIN.

The campaigns cluster around the electrical system (8), the airbag system (6), the transmission and driveline (6). Several campaigns against one area can mean a remedy that did not hold, or separate defects in parts filed under the same heading; the summaries below name each defect.

Recall status is specific to the individual vehicle, not the model. Checking a VIN against NHTSA's lookup is free and takes under a minute, and it is the only way to know whether a particular car has had the work done.

Recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, for any owner. Summaries below shorten NHTSA’s own wording.

1. 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…

   NHTSA campaign 24V-574 (2024-08-01).

2. 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.…

   NHTSA campaign 24V-198 (2024-03-14).

3. 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…

   NHTSA campaign 24V-112 (2024-02-15).

4. 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…

   NHTSA campaign 22V-866 (2022-11-23).

5. 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…

   NHTSA campaign 22V-808 (2022-10-27).

6. 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…

   NHTSA campaign 22V-504 (2022-07-14).

7. 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…

   NHTSA campaign 21V-516 (2021-07-08).

8. 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…

   NHTSA campaign 20V-512 (2020-08-27).

9. 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…

   NHTSA campaign 19V-758 (2019-10-24).

10. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 19V-246 (2019-03-28).

11. 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.…

    NHTSA campaign 19V-203 (2019-03-14).

12. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 19V-018 (2019-01-15).

13. 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.…

    NHTSA campaign 18V-524 (2018-08-09).

14. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 18V-332 (2018-05-17).

15. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 18V-281 (2018-05-01).

16. 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.…

    NHTSA campaign 18V-280 (2018-05-01).

17. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 18V-021 (2018-01-09).

18. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 17V-824 (2017-12-21).

19. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 17V-741 (2017-11-21).

20. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 17V-496 (2017-08-08).

21. 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.…

    NHTSA campaign 17V-435 (2017-07-10).

22. 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.…

    NHTSA campaign 17V-097 (2017-02-14).

23. 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.…

    NHTSA campaign 16V-352 (2016-05-24).

24. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 16V-240 (2016-04-25).

25. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 16V-043 (2016-01-28).

26. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 15V-467 (2015-07-27).

27. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 15V-461 (2015-07-23).

28. Feb 2015 · 2015 · Fuel System, GasolineA 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…

    NHTSA campaign 15V-114 (2015-02-27).

29. 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.…

    NHTSA campaign 14V-634 (2014-10-08).

30. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 14V-101 (2014-03-04).

31. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 13V-610 (2013-12-06).

32. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 13V-118 (2013-04-03).

33. 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.

    NHTSA campaign 12V-197 (2012-05-02).

34. Feb 2012 · 2011–2012 · Electrical SystemThis 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…

    NHTSA campaign 12V-042 (2012-02-07).

35. 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…

    NHTSA campaign 12V-004 (2012-01-06).

36. 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.

    NHTSA campaign 11V-487 (2011-09-29).

Crashes, fires and injuries owners reported

What owners reported alongside the failure itself, out of 2,867 complaints against this generation:

Crashes

161 (5.6%)

Fires

153

Injury reports

90

Fatality reports

2

These flags are self-reported by complainants and unverified by NHTSA; one report can carry several flags, so the counts overlap and do not sum to a total. They are not adjusted for how many of these vehicles are on the road. No chart is drawn here on purpose: overlapping counts spanning very different magnitudes cannot be honestly encoded as lengths.

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. A count like this follows how many cars of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as how often they failed, so it is not by itself evidence of a worse year; what each year's reports name, in its card and row, is the useful part.

† At least 40% of this year’s complaints were filed after 2020, and most complaints filed since then carry no odometer reading. Its median rests on the earlier reports and likely understates the mileage these failures happen at.

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 1,942 NHTSA complaints with mileage · snapshot 2026-09-26 · open data · how it is built

Other Charger generations

• Charger 2006–2010 2,205 reports with mileage, most about the electrical system

Other large cars from the same years

• Ford Taurus 2010–2019
• Nissan Maxima 2016–2023
• Chevrolet Impala 2014–2020
• Buick Lacrosse 2010–2016