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2015 Dodge Challenger problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2015 Dodge Challenger has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 6safety recalls
- 127owner complaints
- 16crash reports
- 3fire reports
- 13injuries reported
127 complaints, against an average of 84 for the other 11 Dodge Challenger model years.
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What goes wrong with the 2015 Dodge Challenger?
The components named most often in the 127 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2015 Dodge Challenger owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 127 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
- Why does my 2015 Dodge Challenger stall, lose power or shut off while driving?7 owners · 5.5%
- Why are the ABS and stability control lights on in my 2015 Dodge Challenger?6 owners · 4.7%
- Have any 2015 Dodge Challenger vehicles caught fire?6 owners · 4.7%
- Why does my 2015 Dodge Challenger transmission jerk, shudder or shift hard?5 owners · 3.9%
- Why is the airbag light on in my 2015 Dodge Challenger?5 owners · 3.9% · Recall 15V282000
- Why do the headlights or taillights fail on my 2015 Dodge Challenger?5 owners · 3.9%
- Why does the seat belt not latch or retract properly in my 2015 Dodge Challenger?4 owners · 3.1%
Has the 2015 Dodge Challenger been recalled?
6 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
Power Train: Automatic Transmission: Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.
Electrical System: Wiring Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Equipment: Electrical: Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Risk: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40.
Air Bags: Side/Window Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured March 28, 2015, to April 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the driver's side air bag inflated curtain (SABIC) may have a loose or missing rear mounting bolt.
Risk: A loose or missing SABIC rear mounting bolt may alter the air bag inflated curtain's deployment, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a side impact or roll-over crash.
Fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R22.
Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine: Gasoline Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT and Dodge Charger SRT vehicles manufactured September 18, 2014, to February 5, 2015, and equipped with a 6.2L supercharged engine. O-ring seal and fuel rail crossover hose damage may result in the fuel rail hose connection leaking fuel.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the engine fuel rail injector crossover hose, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R07.
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured June 30, 2014, to October 8, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the instrument cluster may become inoperative. This could cause the gauges to oscillate at zero and the Vehicle Theft Alarm could remain illuminated. Thus, the affected vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 101, "Controls and displays."
Risk: If the instrument cluster becomes inoperative, it can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a software enhancement, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2014. Owners can contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P74.
Is the 2015 Dodge Challenger recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSAPassenger airbag inflator
Risk: Passenger air bag may deploy incorrectly if activated.
Fix: Replace the passenger air bag inflator.
UK DVSAThe evaporative emissions canister may be unable to absorb the necessary amount of fuel vapour during vehicle refuelling
Risk: The Evaporative Emissions Canister may be unable to absorb the necessary amount of fuel vapour during vehicle refuelling.
Fix: Replace the Evaporative Emissions Canister.
UK DVSAThe degradation of the catalytic converter may result in vehicles exceeding the emissions standards
Risk: The degradation of the catalytic converter may result in vehicles exceeding the emissions standards.
Fix: Update the Powertrain Control Module with the latest available software and replace the catalytic converters and the oxygen sensors.
UK DVSAVehicle electronic systems may malfunction
Risk: On vehicles with Uconnect 8.4 screen radio the computer-controlled electronic systems may be at risk of unauthorized and/or unlawful access which may affect vehicle behaviour.
Fix: Update software on affected vehicles
EU Safety GateThe airbag could rupture when activated, leading to fragmentation of the airbag parts.These small parts could be projected towards the driver/occupants, potentially causing serious or even fatal injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 30/07/2025; Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Request to stop driving; Date of entry into force: 30/07/2025
EU Safety GateA defect in the gas generator of the passenger airbag may cause uncontrolled inflation when the airbag is activated.As a result, small metal particles can be released, increasing the risk of injury to the occupants.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe fuel rail crossover hose of the fuel rail may have been damaged during production and may result in a fuel leak.The damage cannot be reliably detected and may cause a fuel leak without warning. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a vehicle fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
What do 2015 Dodge Challenger owners report?
12 of the 127 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
The vehicle's engine has suffered a catastrophic internal failure at approximately 56,000 miles. The engine is the 6.4-liter HEMI V8. The issue began with a loud ticking noise from the engine. I brought the vehicle to Stoneridge Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Pleasanton for diagnosis. At that visit, the dealership lubricated an unspecified component and instructed me to continue driving. The ticking noise temporarily subsided. Shortly after, the check engine light illuminated. I returned the vehicle to the same dealership, where the technician retrieved diagnostic trouble code P0303 (cylinder 3…
42,000 miles drive shaft failure. Dealer stated drive shaft is ready to fall off. Completely stock vehicle, 1 owner.
On [XXX], I was involved in a serious motor vehicle collision in Arkansas while driving my Dodge Challenger. The crash was severe enough that the vehicle was declared a total loss. Despite the severity of the collision and significant front-end damage, none of the airbags deployed at any point during the crash. As a result of the collision and the failure of the airbag system to deploy, I sustained physical injuries and required approximately nine months of medical treatment and physical therapy. Based on the severity of the impact and the level of damage to the vehicle, I believe the airbags…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Dodge Challenger. The contact then discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 138,160, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 222,348.
My SHIFTER is messing up again recall U4 i believe and my its a recall on my vehicle ive had this vehicle for 2 years they stated the previous owner already had repaired but im imforming them i am still having the issue my car will literally stop going in the middle of the highway. Ive almost been close to getting in a accident and all everyone can say is it has already been repaired but i want them to understand that it may was repaired but it wasnt done correctly because something is wrong with my shifter/trasmission and electrical system. Which are both two valid recalls that i have. My…
One day after driving home from work there was a message that says low battery voltage on the instrument panel, then it went away. No other warning lights or problems. Ten more miles down the road the message says battery saver mode, reduced functions and then the car started to smoke, I am freaked out at this point praying to make it home safely. I arrive home and pull into driveway and then turn engine off and let it cool. Lift the hood and coolant has sprayed and spewed all over the engine compartment and is significantly reduced. Now parked, engine off the shift lights are still on and…
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
The back up camera cuts on and off and doesn’t work most of the time and then my abs and traction control light comes on and off
2015 challenger, wheel speed sensor failures starting at year two. Have replaced wheel speed sensors on 5 separate occasions. It has affected all wheel speed sensors and fron passenger replaced twice. All replacement parts are from dealer and are geniuine mopar replacements. Seems to be a very common issue, the parts are typically on backorder and it can be caused simply by going through a car wash.
BOTH MY 2015 CHALLENGERS HAVE THE SAME DASH LIGHTS ON TRACTION CONTROL,ABS, AND BRAKE LIGHT. HAPPENED WITH VEHICLE WITH VIN [XXX] FIRST AND BEGINNING OF THAT YEAR AND AROUND MAY SAME LIGHTS CAME ON IN MY OTHER 2015 CHALLENGER AND THEN BATTERY LIGHT STARTED TO GO ON AND OFF THEN FINALLY JUST STAYED ON SO I CHANGED BATTERY AND NOTHING CHANGED BUT POWER IS BEING USED SOMEWHERE AND VOLTAGE STAYS AROUND 13.0 AND SOME OTHER ISSUES WITH GPS AND COMPASS ILL BE HEADING STRAIGHT NORTH AND IT WILL JUST KEEP CHANGING NORTH SOUTH EAST WEST AND MY GPS WILL SHOW MY CAR GLITCHING BACK AND FORTH ON SCREEN…
THE STABILITY CONTROL ICON COMES ON, SOMETIMES IT GOES AWAY. RECENTLY IT HAS STAYED ON FOR COUPLE OF DAYS. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND IT WENT AWAY . THE DEALER SAID IF THERE IS NO LIGHTS ON DISPLAY THEY CAN'T SERVICE THE ISSUE.
MY HEADLIGHT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE KEEPS GOING OUT WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY. IT'S OUT FOR A FEW DAYS AND THEN IT COMES BACK ON FOR A FEW DAYS AND AGAIN IT'S OUT. THE DEALERSHIP DID A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHT WAS GOOD.
2015 Dodge Challenger: questions owners ask
Is the 2015 Dodge Challenger reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 127 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Dodge Challenger; the most common categories were power train (29, 22.8%), electrical system (26, 20.5%), engine (26, 20.5%). There are 6 safety recalls. 16 complaints mention a crash, 3 mention a fire, 13 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Dodge Challenger?
Across 127 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are power train (22.8% of complaints), electrical system (20.5% of complaints), engine (20.5% of complaints), service brakes (9.4% of complaints), air bags (7.9% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2015 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2015 Dodge Challenger; the most recent (campaign 18E053000, 2018-07-12) concerns Power Train: Automatic Transmission: Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why does my 2015 Dodge Challenger stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
7 of the 127 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Dodge Challenger (5.5%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge challenger. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the clutch failed to operate as designed causing the vehicle to stall without warning." (NHTSA complaint 11337933, July 2020). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why are the ABS and stability control lights on in my 2015 Dodge Challenger?
6 of the 127 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Dodge Challenger (4.7%) describe ABS, traction or stability control warnings or faults. One owner wrote: "The back up camera cuts on and off and doesn’t work most of the time and then my abs and traction control light comes on and off" (NHTSA complaint 11496376, December 2022). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Have any 2015 Dodge Challenger vehicles caught fire?
6 of the 127 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Dodge Challenger (4.7%) describe the car catching fire or melting wiring. One owner wrote: "I purchased my vehicle new as a 2015. The HVAC blower motor has gone out so quickly and is rattling. It has been about two days when it started out of nowhere and as of today, the blower is not blowing anything out. It should last for 10-20+ years." (NHTSA complaint 11427923, August 2021). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why does my 2015 Dodge Challenger transmission jerk, shudder or shift hard?
5 of the 127 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Dodge Challenger (3.9%) describe harsh, jerky or delayed transmission shifting or shuddering. One owner wrote: "Very hard shift from 4th gear to 5th and also when i put it in drive from park it takes a while for the gear to kick in. because of this my car is running at a high coolant temp." (NHTSA complaint 11331474, June 2020). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why is the airbag light on in my 2015 Dodge Challenger?
5 of the 127 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Dodge Challenger (3.9%) describe airbag warning lights or airbag faults. A related recall exists: campaign 15V282000 (air bags: side/window). The fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, as needed, free of charge. One owner wrote: "Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge challenger. while driving approximately 30 mph in inclement weather, the contact crashed into a light post. the driver's side frontal air bag failed to deploy." (NHTSA complaint 11184364, March 2019). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why do the headlights or taillights fail on my 2015 Dodge Challenger?
5 of the 127 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Dodge Challenger (3.9%) describe headlights, taillights or brake lights failing or condensation in the lamps. One owner wrote: "My headlight on the passenger side keeps going out while driving down the freeway. it's out for a few days and then it comes back on for a few days and again it's out. the dealership did a diagnostic test and stated that the headlight was good." (NHTSA complaint 11340980, July 2020). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why does the seat belt not latch or retract properly in my 2015 Dodge Challenger?
4 of the 127 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Dodge Challenger (3.1%) describe seat belts not latching, retracting or locking. One owner wrote: "the seat belts in the rear are guided through a metal D ring that has a plastic housing. This housing cracks and prevents the seat belts from retracting." (NHTSA complaint 11570002, February 2024). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Check your own Challenger
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2015 only.