Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 43 | 1.2× | 2 | Window & Wiper | Average |
| 2022 | 9 | −78% | 2 | Seat Belt | Good |
| 2021 | 19 | −67% | 2 | Electrical | Good |
| 2020 | 20 | −74% | 1 | Electrical | Good |
| 2019 | 59 | −44% | 3 | Electrical | Good |
| 2018 | 75 | −38% | 3 | Electrical | Average |
| 2017 | 49 | −63% | 3 | Electrical | Good |
| 2016 | 78 | −45% | 1 | Transmission | Good |
| 2015 | 126 | −14% | 5 | Transmission | Average |
| 2014 | 149 | 1.2× | 4 | Electrical | Average |
| 2013 | 179 | 1.4× | 5 | Electrical | Average |
| 2012 | 253 | 2.1× | 6 | Electrical | Avoid |
| 2011 | 193 | 1.5× | 6 | Electrical | Caution |
| 2010 | 299 | 2.3× | 7 | Engine | Avoid |
| 2009 | 133 | −20% | 7 | Airbag | Average |
| 2008 | 10 | −93% | 3 | Electrical | Good |
* Complaints compared with the median Challenger year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Dodge Challenger problems
Latest Dodge Challenger recalls
Seats › Critical fasteners
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Dodge Challenger 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 Systems."
Remedy: 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 1-800-853-1403.
Parking brake
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.
Remedy: 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.
Tires › Pressure monitoring and regulating systems
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.
Remedy: 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.
Tires › Pressure monitoring and regulating systems
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.
Remedy: 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.
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Challenger vehicles. The affected vehicles do not illuminate their safety system status indicators sufficiently in both daylight and nighttime driving conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will re-program instrument clusters with the correct software version, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 5, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-140.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Dodge Challenger should you avoid?
2010, 2012 and 2011 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Challenger years at the same age, led by engine & cooling problems in the 2010.
What is the best year for the Dodge Challenger?
2008 has the fewest complaints compared with other Challenger years at the same age, followed by 2022 and 2020. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Dodge Challenger problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (620), engine & cooling (331) and air bags (281). Electrical complaints peak in the 2012 model year.
How many recalls has the Dodge Challenger had?
33 recalls across 2008–2023. The model year with the most is 2009. See all Dodge Challenger recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.