Suspension complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 4% | 15,000 miles |
| 2022 | 1 | 6% | — |
| 2021 | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2019 | 2 | 2% | 143,000 miles |
| 2018 | 5 | 4% | 1,000 miles |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% | 34,000 miles |
| 2016 | 7 | 4% | 38,000 miles |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% | 36,000 miles |
| 2014 | 14 | 4% | 33,000 miles |
| 2013 | 9 | 3% | 77,000 miles |
| 2012 | 10 | 2% | 60,000 miles |
| 2011 | 8 | 1% | 53,000 miles |
| 2010 | 9 | 4% | 48,000 miles |
| 2009 | 7 | 4% | 65,000 miles |
| 2008 | 13 | 2% | 50,000 miles |
| 2007 | 12 | 2% | 58,000 miles |
| 2006 | 27 | 2% | 47,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, springs).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact's wife leased a 2018 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at 60-62 MPH, she heard abnormal clinking sounds and the vehicle lost suspension and inadvertently turned to the right. The contact stated that as she quickly steered the steering wheel to the left, the vehicle spun out three times. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road and exited the vehicle to determine the cause of the failure. The contact noticed that the passenger's side front tire had detached, and the passenger's side rear tire was damaged. The contact also noticed a burning odor. The vehicle was towed the independent mechanic who diagnosed that the driveshaft bolt had fractured causing the control arm to go into the rotors. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V281000 (Power Train). The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the suspension and most of the nuts and bolts on both front wheels were rusted. The vehicle was taken to cutter Chrysler Jeep Dodge of pearl city [phone], located at 905 kamehameha hwy, pearl city, hi 96782) where it was confirmed that the parts were corroded. The technician stated that a claim would be filed. The contact was not called back. The contact was not sure whether the manufacture was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 40.
While driving on dirt road at about 15 or 20 MPH, I was steering straight in the intended direction, without any swaying, fishtailing, the vehicle accelerated and veered left thus, coming to rest in a drain ditch....updated 10/11/17 updated 10/18/17 updated 7/24/18
One day when I was driving, I heard a really loud sound coming from my car that hurt my ears so I drove back home under 5 miles per hour because whatever was hitting under the hood of my car was way too loud. As I was parking in my spot at home, my car shut off completely. Couldn't even put it in park and said to check engine. I ended up having to get my car towed to lithia of Dodge to look at it to see whats wrong because I couldnt even turn my car back on at all or do anything with it it was undriveable. I was told the driveshaft broke and slammed against the engine, transmission, anything basically connected to the driveshaft was damaged. They didn't total it out and told me to call my insurance but then they sent me elsewhere too and for 6 months I could not get anything worked out. …
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to complete a turn, the contact heard an abnormal popping sound coming from underneath the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the front suspension. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
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.
While making a left turn, from a dead stop, in the middle of the turn the complete wheel and assembly detached from the vehicle causing the vehicle to accelerate by itself and complete loss of control of the vehicle causing a one car accident and severe damage to the vehicle, hitting a road sign.this was a city street.there was a police report written in ashland virginia , 11/30/19,at 4:30 pm, # 18-46277. This computer will not allow scans or attachments, it is old and on windows xp.
I was driving home from work around 2 am on Tuesday morning 10/22/2013. I was just coming out of a construction zone and it just turned back to 55mph. I was going approximately 45 MPH when all of a sudden I heard something in the front end and the steering wheel began to shake and it started moving back and forth without me moving it. I lost all control over the vehicle and it shot me over towards the right and slammed me into the guardrail. I continued to try to move the wheel to the left to get the car away from the guardrail but the whole car slid up against the guardrail before I could regain control and move the car away from the guardrail. This car was bought on 10/10/2013. I didn't even have it for two full weeks before this happened. There is almost $12,000 worth of damage done to the car. …
Frequently asked questions
Which Dodge Charger years have suspension problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2006 (27), 2014 (14), 2008 (13), 2007 (12) and 2012 (10) model years. Suspension complaints make up 2% of all complaints for the 2006.
Is there a recall for Dodge Charger suspension problems?
No. NHTSA lists no suspension recall for any Dodge Charger model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Dodge Charger suspension problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 51,000 miles; 53% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the front (14 mentions), followed by the rear (3).
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.