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Dodge Charger Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 15 model years, NHTSA lists 80 recalls and 2,265 owner complaints for the Dodge Charger. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Dodge Charger by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Dodge Charger | 0 | 5 | |
| 2025 Dodge Charger | 3 | 39 | |
| 2024 Dodge Charger | 3 | 24 | |
| 2023 Dodge Charger | 2 | 26 | |
| 2022 Dodge Charger | 3 | 16 | |
| 2021 Dodge Charger | 2 | 35 | |
| 2020 Dodge Charger | 3 | 58 | |
| 2019 Dodge Charger | 5 | 120 | |
| 2018 Dodge Charger | 6 | 122 | |
| 2017 Dodge Charger | 4 | 128 | |
| 2016 Dodge Charger | 6 | 182 | |
| 2015 Dodge Charger | 8 | 136 | |
| 2014 Dodge Charger | 11 | 346 | |
| 2013 Dodge Charger | 9 | 367 | |
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 15 | 661 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Dodge models.
Dodge Charger: questions owners ask
Which Dodge Charger year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Dodge Charger model years with the most are the 2012 (661), 2013 (367) and 2014 (346). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Dodge Charger years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2022 (16), 2024 (24) and 2023 (26), out of 13 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Dodge Charger have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 14 Dodge Charger model years, 80 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2012 (15), 2014 (11) and 2013 (9). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Dodge Charger years have the most stalling complaints?
269 owner complaints across 9 Dodge Charger model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2012 (147), 2013 (53) and 2014 (35) model years, out of 9 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Dodge Charger years have the most ABS and stability control complaints?
95 owner complaints across 3 Dodge Charger model years describe ABS, traction or stability control warnings or faults. The most were filed for the 2012 (54), 2013 (22) and 2014 (19) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Dodge Charger years have the most airbag complaints?
77 owner complaints across 4 Dodge Charger model years describe airbag warning lights or airbag faults. The most were filed for the 2012 (54), 2013 (15) and 2019 (4) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Dodge Charger years have the most burning smell complaints?
62 owner complaints across 2 Dodge Charger model years describe a burning smell or smoke. The most were filed for the 2012 (46) and 2013 (16) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Dodge Charger years have the most headlight and taillight complaints?
58 owner complaints across 5 Dodge Charger model years describe headlights, taillights or brake lights failing or condensation in the lamps. The most were filed for the 2012 (34), 2019 (8) and 2018 (6) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Dodge Charger years have the most check engine light complaints?
54 owner complaints across 3 Dodge Charger model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2012 (26), 2014 (23) and 2015 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Dodge Charger years have the most no-start complaints?
38 owner complaints across 3 Dodge Charger model years describe the car failing to start. The most were filed for the 2012 (28), 2024 (5) and 2025 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.