Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2011 Dodge Charger owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
My son was coming home from BMW in Greer to gaffney .So he was driving down interstate that morning and it was very busy the car started to act up wouldn't go in gear he said it got worst couldn't get over and started praying cause the car started to slow down wouldn't go in gear.This is my Sun shine that was shot in Oct 102019 and graduate this year.My boy was so scare he call home to tell me hw love me.Now it's gonna cost $3.000 to fix that i don't have and he's gonna lose his job .im a so how mom I went to dodge place in Spartanburg I asked recalls i keep getting in mail and the gentlemen was rude..My son called home to ask me what does he do so here we are both scare I had to calm him down and talk him through just hearing my voice he said got him off interstate 85.Car is in shop now
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact coasted to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed and the contact was informed that there were metal shavings inside the transmission fluid and the transmission needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
I am wondering if I have any further actions that are available to me for a recall situation. My car had a recall for the timing chain and I had the recall performed in 2014. A few weeks ago while on the highway during rush hour in a snow storm the timing chain failed and destroyed my engine. I had seconds to negotiate my lane and get to safety which I could not. The back of my vehicle was still sticking out of the right lane. I was informed by the state patrol I caused several accidents behind me and my vehicle was also almost struck by a semi truck. I do not drive my vehicle year round so between 2014 and now the vehicle had less than 20,000 miles put on it with the new timing chain. I contacted Dodge and they informed me the new timing chain had a warranty of only 2 years so all subsequent damage was my responsibility. …
In August my car out of nowhere warned and activated itself for battery saver mode and not long after that same day the car lost all power causing me to loose total control of brakes and steering as well as unable to unlock my car to get out. Imagine the fear I had especially having my fiance and daughter in the car with me. Thankfully no collision occurred but what if? The battery died because the alternator needed power to perform itself. Why? Dodge Charger r/t mopar 5.7 Hemi. Autozone charged my battery and checked it for free and diagnosed it as a healthy battery. When installing the battery back I turned on my car to diagnose it with the sensor reader the engine was shaking and the belt began to smoke up and whistling loudly right away turned it off but not before getting the code p60 but my car doesn't qualify for that recall cuz its a v8.. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. While driving approximately 65-70 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding noise and the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to dave sinclair Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (2326 w osage st, pacific, mo 63069, [phone]) where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module (TCM) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure or retrieve a fault code. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. While driving 45 MPH, the ABS, traction control, and service AWD indicators illuminated without warning in the middle of an intersection. Also, the transmission slipped, which caused the vehicle to stall. Also, while the vehicle was stationary, the emergency brake indicator illuminated and the transmission slipped. The contact stated that the ABS indicator disengaged and the vehicle was able to be driven away at lower speeds of 20-25 MPH. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the driver's side headlight continued to fail after being replaced. In order for the headlights to operate correctly, the contact had to hit the headlight assembly with his hand. Upon starting the vehicle and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle abruptly jerked forward. The vehicle resumed normal operation after the initial jerk movement. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 77,000.
On several occasions vehicle lost power while driving on city street at about 40mph. Had to utilize manual transmission to operate vehicle. Didn't think anything of it, thought it was my fault. Happened to my daughter also while she was driving as well. Vehicle only has 70K miles, this occurred at about 62K miles. Low beam lights also going out occasionally. Have never received recall information regarding these issues but having these issues non the less.
Received message on console why driving "battery saver mode" drove 1 mile and pulled into gas station. While parked and car running radio, ABS, stability control systems all went offline. I turned the car off and smelled electrical burning. Opened hood and burning smell was stronger. I returned to the car and all electrical power was completely drained. Towed to Dodge dealership after calling Chrysler recall hotline.
The car began to violently shake, misfire, and lost power while traveling at highway speeds. After being towed to the dealership I was informed that the vehicle with only 75000 miles has failed lifters and a bad camshaft.
Transmission complaints in other Charger years
Frequently asked questions
How common are transmission problems on the 2011 Dodge Charger?
NHTSA has 21 complaints about the transmission & drivetrain of the 2011 Dodge Charger, 3% of the model year's 695 complaints. The component named most often is automatic transmission › control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2011 Dodge Charger transmission problems?
No. NHTSA lists no transmission & drivetrain recall for the 2011 Dodge Charger, though it has 11 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2011 Dodge Charger transmission problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 59,000 miles, and 13% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to transmission & drivetrain problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.