Dodge Challenger problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 506 owner complaints and 30 recalls on file for the Dodge Challenger (2008–2023). The 2019 Challenger has the most serious complaints, most often about electrical system.

Complaints
506
Recalls
30
Model years
16
Worst year
2019

Complaints by model year

2200816200924201024201127201242201350201448201541201638201748201855201920202019202192022432023
NHTSA complaints per Dodge Challenger model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Dodge Challenger years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2019 Dodge Challenger — 55 complaints, 5 crashes, 3 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  2. 2017 Dodge Challenger — 38 complaints, 6 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Electrical System
  3. 2014 Dodge Challenger — 50 complaints, 2 crashes, 3 fires; top problem: Electrical System
  4. 2015 Dodge Challenger — 48 complaints, 3 crashes; top problem: Electrical System
  5. 2016 Dodge Challenger — 41 complaints, 3 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2008 (2 complaints).

Every Dodge Challenger model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2023 Challenger430002Visibility & Wipers
2022 Challenger91012Seats & Seat Belts
2021 Challenger194122Electrical System
2020 Challenger201101Electrical System
2019 Challenger555343Electrical System
2018 Challenger483213Electrical System
2017 Challenger386163Electrical System
2016 Challenger413131Transmission & Drivetrain
2015 Challenger483035Electrical System
2014 Challenger502324Electrical System
2013 Challenger420315Electrical System
2012 Challenger270216Electrical System
2011 Challenger240106Engine
2010 Challenger240006Engine
2009 Challenger162024Electrical System
2008 Challenger21002Acceleration & Cruise Control

Most common Dodge Challenger problem areas (all years)

  • Electrical System
    154 complaints
  • Engine
    88 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    61 complaints
  • Airbags
    49 complaints
  • Steering
    43 complaints
  • Brakes
    35 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    34 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    26 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    21 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    20 complaints

Complaint trend

2020202120222023202420252026
Complaints about the Dodge Challenger received by NHTSA each month.

Dodge Challenger recalls

  • Recall 24V573000Aug 1, 20242,852 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: A seat back that is not locked into position can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

  • Recall 24V112000Feb 15, 20241,808 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V808000Oct 27, 202244,212 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: 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 failure issue. Either of these scenarios can result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V504000Jul 14, 202252,340 vehiclesModel years 2022

    Risk: 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 failure issue. Either of these scenarios can result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V664000Aug 26, 2021135 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: Without visible safety system indicators, a driver may not receive information regarding vehicle safety, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

  • Recall 21V516000Jul 8, 202121,258 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 20V191000Sep 10, 2020319,610 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V758000Oct 24, 2019173 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: A damaged tire can suddenly lose air pressure and increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V203000Mar 14, 20197,929 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: 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.

  • Recall 19V018000Jan 15, 20191,413,222 vehiclesDo not driveModel years 2010–2014

    Risk: 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 injury or death.

  • Recall 18V524000Aug 9, 201812,779 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V332000May 17, 20184,815,661 vehiclesModel years 2015–2018

    Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

  • Recall 18V280000May 1, 201871 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: 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.

  • Recall 18V021000Jan 9, 2018328,177 vehiclesDo not driveModel years 2009–2013

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 17V824000Dec 21, 201761,791 vehiclesModel years 2009

    Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

  • Recall 17V741000Nov 21, 201717,116 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 17V496000Aug 8, 20171,207 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: 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.

  • Recall 17V435000Jul 10, 2017442,214 vehiclesModel years 2011–2014

    Risk: 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.

  • Recall 17V431000Jul 7, 20177,802 vehiclesModel years 2017

    Risk: If the vehicle is exited without the transmission remaining in the PARK position and without the parking brake set, the vehicle may roll, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 16V352000May 24, 20164,648,270 vehiclesDo not driveModel years 2008–2012

    Risk: 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 rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 15V461000Jul 23, 20151,416,903 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 15V444000Jul 10, 201588,460 vehiclesDo not driveModel years 2008–2010

    Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 15V282000May 13, 201572 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: A loose or missing SABIC rear mounting bolt may alter the air bag inflated curtain's deployment, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a side impact or roll-over crash.

  • Recall 15V114000Feb 27, 20151,875 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

  • Recall 14V749000Nov 24, 201411,674 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the instrument cluster becomes inoperative, it can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Other Dodge models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology