2014 Dodge Charger engine problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Dec 16, 2024MIElectrical SystemEngine

   The contact owned a 2014 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and then lost motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated while driving the vehicle. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11630922 · source
2. Filed Apr 10, 2024TXCrashBrakesEngineSuspension

   My brakes went out on me and couldn't stop. My engine has been overheating and making a weird ticking noise.the front suspension is loose and has caused me to hydroplane on the highway and slide

   NHTSA complaint #11582123 · source
3. Filed Sep 9, 2022206,000 miMSEngine

   The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a ticking sound coming from the engine. Additionally, the vehicle was bucking, surging, hesitating, lost motive power, and had an engine misfire. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the failure was due to premature wear of internal components within the engine. Additionally, the rocker arms, lifters, and camshaft were faulty. The contact was…

   NHTSA complaint #11483639 · source
4. Filed Jul 2, 2022MOEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown

   I took my vehicle into my nearest dodge dealership, which is about an hour away from where I live. I had scheduled an appt. with them over the phone in which I had to wait because they didnt have the "parts"in for the recall. This specific recall was to repair or replace the PCM, or update it if it could be. I waited for weeks, and never heard anything back from the dealer, finally I was able to secure an appointment with them. They kept my car all day and I had to hound…

   NHTSA complaint #11472143 · source
5. Filed Jun 7, 2022MDEngine

   oil filter housing failed at 70,000 miles. The issue caused leaking oil to contaminate the environment and burn on the auto components that caused smoke and unsafe driving conditions. The oil filter housing failed and due to oil loss the check engine light came on. My repair mechanic said that this is a common issue and there is a limited stock of replacement parts due to the issue. Online research shows that Dodge stopped manufacturing of this part and only after market…

   NHTSA complaint #11467991 · source
6. Filed May 25, 2022193,000 miWVTowedEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that there was a strong gasoline odor coming from the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to Ramey Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (127 Frazier Dr, Princeton, WV 24739) where the evaporated gas canister was replaced under an unknown recall; however, the failure persisted after the repair. The contact then took the vehicle to another dealer for an inspection and a…

   NHTSA complaint #11466033 · source
7. Filed Apr 7, 2022WIEngineSuspensionTransmission & Drivetrain

   transmission broke down. am unable to put vehicle in reverse and it stays stuck in low gear. slipping of rear tires. Dodge dealer as transmission failure and needs to replace the entire transmission, oil cooler and oil lines. There were no warning signs that the transmission was going out. No lights, lamps or any symptoms showed up prior.

   NHTSA complaint #11460076 · source
8. Filed Apr 23, 202166,100 miCAEngine

   Plastic oil filter housing cracked in multiple locations causing multiple persistent leaks. Oil leaks onto manifold. Replacement part was received with hairline fracture present and oil leak persists. Mechanic contracted local dealerships and received 45 day back order on this part. I called myself and was given no eta on new stock.

   NHTSA complaint #11413565 · source
9. Filed Apr 19, 202166,900 miOKEngine

   I notice oil dripping from under the car on sunday. Took it to the dealer on monday morning and was told it was the engine oil cooler and filter housing adapter. I was told it is very common on the 2014 dodge charger and they have been back ordered but i was lucky because they just got a shipment in saturday. I was told it has been leaking for a while before i noticed it dripping from under the car. If this is happening to a lot of these cars why is it not recalled? I had to…

   NHTSA complaint #11412948 · source
10. Filed Apr 7, 202187,943 miPAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    While driving on expressway vehicle automatically went into neutral. Would not go back into drive mode. Had to veer to the side of road. Very dangerous almost caused accidents. When vehicle stopped still couldn't put vehicle into drive. Turned car off vehicle would not turn back on.

    NHTSA complaint #11406818 · source
11. Filed Mar 8, 2021139,900 miNCEngine

    Recently my car was found to have an oil leak. It appears to be coming from the housing/cooling unit for my car. From doing research it is found that this seems to be a common problem with all 2014 dodge vehicles. This is causing oil to pool in the bottom of the engine. This if the oil is not checked regularly can cause a massive malfunction of the engine or even a vehicle fire.

    NHTSA complaint #11399809 · source
12. Filed Feb 1, 2021117,000 miKYEngine

    2014 dodge charger with pentastar v6 developed lifter tapping and cam damage at 117,000 miles. Engine has had maintenance performed before owners manual guidelines. When arriving home from work a loud ticking sound was heard and at that time the vehicle was parked and towed to dealer who stated the cams were damaged when lifters came loose.

    NHTSA complaint #11390989 · source

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. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology