Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2013 Dodge Charger owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the airbag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was not diagnosed; however, the dealer confirmed there were no open recalls associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
Power train, transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in park. The vehicle has been inspected. There are warning lights. They appeared 02/29/2024
The contact's son owns a 2013 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.
I made an appointment with a dealership to get the recall repaired. I took it to the dealership the next day to drop it off so they can repair it. A few days later I get a call saying that the airbag inflator is badly damaged and wanted me to pay $1100 for it when it's a free recall. And I declined the offer for it and picked it up the next day and left.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the vehicle head on. The air bags failed to deploy and the seat belt did not engage. The contact sustained head, back and neck injuries that require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed the contacts resident and then taken to an insurance lot to be repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 14V434000 (electrical system) and 15V467000 (air bags, seat belts). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure was 32,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that after shifting into the park position and exiting the vehicle, it independently rolled away and crashed into a tree. The air bags did not deploy. The contact was knocked down by the door of the vehicle and sustained bruising that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact stated that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 16V240000 (power train). The failure mileage was 29,950. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Dodge Charger. While driving 65 MPH, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained minor burns from the air bags, which had a delayed deployment. Medical attention was sought. The vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent mechanic. Dodge country (1902 e central texas expy, killeen, tx 76541, [phone]) was called. The contact was placed on hold and then the call was disconnected. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Dodge Charger. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the air bags deployed independently. As a result, the contact crashed into a tree. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V467000 (air bags, seat belts); however, the remedy was unavailable to perform the repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 600.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the driver side of the vehicle and the tires blew out. As a result, the contact sustained back, neck, shoulder and legs injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000. The consumer also stated the air bag did not deploy. Updated 02/01/16.
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Dodge Charger. While driving approximately 40 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the front end of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained head, neck, back, and leg injuries that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 51,000.
Related recalls
Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
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, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Remedy: 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.
Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
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, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa,…
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA investigations
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited.
Airbag complaints in other Charger years
Frequently asked questions
How common are airbag problems on the 2013 Dodge Charger?
NHTSA has 41 complaints about the air bags of the 2013 Dodge Charger, 11% of the model year's 360 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2013 Dodge Charger airbag problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 19V-018 (inflator module, Jan 15, 2019); NHTSA recall 18V-021 (inflator module, Jan 9, 2018). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2013 Dodge Charger airbag problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 45,000 miles, and 22% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 11 crashes, 1 fire and 11 injuries to air bags 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.