2014 DODGE CHARGER

528 complaints filed with NHTSA.

528
Complaints
67
Crashes
14
Fires
40
Injuries
2
Deaths

NHTSA Safety Rating

5/5
Overall
4/5
Front Crash
5/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover

Complaints by Component

ComponentCount
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM105
STEERING62
ENGINE61
POWER TRAIN58
UNKNOWN OR OTHER45
SERVICE BRAKES31
AIR BAGS27
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL21
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM14
SUSPENSION13
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)13
STRUCTURE:BODY12
EXTERIOR LIGHTING8
WHEELS6
SEAT BELTS6

Recalls (10)

16V04300028/01/2016

STRUCTURE

FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016. When an affected vehicle is lifted using the supplied tire jack without chocking the wheels, the vehicle's body-side sill may give causing the tire jack to fail a

15V46700027/07/2015

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 6, 2010, to June 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpe

16V24000025/04/2016

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-sp

17V74100021/11/2017

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

18V33200017/05/2018

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

19V01800015/01/2019

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 t

17V09700014/02/2017

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.

18E05300012/07/2018

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 disengagi

17V43500010/07/2017

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 o

14V63400008/10/2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicle

Recent Complaints

20240410CrashTIRES

225/65R17

20240410CrashSUSPENSION

My brakes went out on me and couldn't stop. My engine has been overheating and making a weird ticking noise.the front suspension is loose and has caused me to hydroplane on the highway and slide

20240410CrashSERVICE BRAKES

My brakes went out on me and couldn't stop. My engine has been overheating and making a weird ticking noise.the front suspension is loose and has caused me to hydroplane on the highway and slide

20240410CrashENGINE

My brakes went out on me and couldn't stop. My engine has been overheating and making a weird ticking noise.the front suspension is loose and has caused me to hydroplane on the highway and slide

20230927CrashSERVICE BRAKES

When attempting to apply brakes, the pedal sunk to the floor with no result. On subsequent attempts, the left front brake activated and locked up while there was no apparent effect on the other 3 wheels. The car veered to the left as a result of the one brake being applied, and began to travel down the road at an angle of about 45 degrees. Correction was required to steer out, the brake remained locked up and not responding to the pedal. Automatic emergency braking and forward collision warning

20230927CrashFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

When attempting to apply brakes, the pedal sunk to the floor with no result. On subsequent attempts, the left front brake activated and locked up while there was no apparent effect on the other 3 wheels. The car veered to the left as a result of the one brake being applied, and began to travel down the road at an angle of about 45 degrees. Correction was required to steer out, the brake remained locked up and not responding to the pedal. Automatic emergency braking and forward collision warning

20230927CrashFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

When attempting to apply brakes, the pedal sunk to the floor with no result. On subsequent attempts, the left front brake activated and locked up while there was no apparent effect on the other 3 wheels. The car veered to the left as a result of the one brake being applied, and began to travel down the road at an angle of about 45 degrees. Correction was required to steer out, the brake remained locked up and not responding to the pedal. Automatic emergency braking and forward collision warning

20230518CrashAIR BAGS

My car was in an accident that ended up being a total loss. Major damage to both driver and passenger sides. No air bags deployed at all. Hit two trees doing 65 mph

20220919CrashAIR BAGS

Airbags didn't deploy after front end collision at 50mph into a large cow.

20220623CrashAIR BAGS

Head on collision with a pole, substantial front end damage totaling the vehicle, no airbag deployment.

20210830CrashPOWER TRAIN

The contact owned a 2014 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, when the transmission detached from the vehicle which caused the axle to also detach. The contact stated she lost control of the vehicle and spun until crashing into the tunnel wall. The contact stated the front passenger-side air bag was deployed before the impact occurred. The contact did not sustain any injuries or seek medical attention. A police report filed. The vehicle was not drivable. The insurance company

20210830CrashAIR BAGS

The contact owned a 2014 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, when the transmission detached from the vehicle which caused the axle to also detach. The contact stated she lost control of the vehicle and spun until crashing into the tunnel wall. The contact stated the front passenger-side air bag was deployed before the impact occurred. The contact did not sustain any injuries or seek medical attention. A police report filed. The vehicle was not drivable. The insurance company

20210809FatalUNKNOWN OR OTHER

Two Teens were found dead in the vehicle with the engine running while parked in a parking lot. The cause of death is pending Toxicology, Possible Carbon Monoxide poising. The vehicle exhaust pipes had been cut off directly behind the rear wheels, and above the bottom of the side panels. It is unknown who cut them or when they were cut. The police did not test the vehicle. The vehicle is available for inspection at our office.

20201103CrashAIR BAGS

THE 2014 DODGE CHARGER WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT BETWEEN 35 AND 40 MPH NONE OF THE VEHICLES AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THIS VEHICLE WAS UP-TO-DATE ON ALL OF ITS PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND ALL RECALLS FOR THIS VEHICLE WHERE TAKEN CARE OF. THIS INCIDENT OCCURED AT WILLIAMS STREET AND E. UNIVERSITY IN DES MOINES IOWA JUST BEFORE 10PM ON SUNDAY NOVEMBER 01, 2020 THE DODGE CARGER WAS TRAVELING NORTH BOUND IN AN INTERSECTION WHEN THE OTHER VEHICLE (2014 CHEVY SILVERADO) BLEW THROUGH A RE

Mileage: 68,000

20200519CrashPOWER TRAIN

DRIVING CAR DOWN HIGHWAY CAR AT APPROXIMATELY 55-60 ACCELERATES DOES A 180 AND CONTINUES DOWN THE HIGHWAY IN REVERSE AT 60-70 MILES PER HOUR FOR APPROXIMATELY 1/2 MILE BEFORE BEING STOPPED BY RUNNING IN TO DITCH. I HAS 2 HANDS ON THE WHEEL AT ALL TIMES THANK GOD NOTHING STOPPED THE CAR FROM GOING INTO REVERSE AND NOT SURE HOW TRANSMISSION WAS ABLE TO GO INTO REVERSE WITHOUT DEPRESSING BRAKE OR TOUCHING SHIFT LEVER. THERE WERE BARRIERS ON BOTH SIDES AND NO SHOULDER THE CAR DID THE 180 WITHOUT CR

Mileage: 165,000

20200519CrashVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

DRIVING CAR DOWN HIGHWAY CAR AT APPROXIMATELY 55-60 ACCELERATES DOES A 180 AND CONTINUES DOWN THE HIGHWAY IN REVERSE AT 60-70 MILES PER HOUR FOR APPROXIMATELY 1/2 MILE BEFORE BEING STOPPED BY RUNNING IN TO DITCH. I HAS 2 HANDS ON THE WHEEL AT ALL TIMES THANK GOD NOTHING STOPPED THE CAR FROM GOING INTO REVERSE AND NOT SURE HOW TRANSMISSION WAS ABLE TO GO INTO REVERSE WITHOUT DEPRESSING BRAKE OR TOUCHING SHIFT LEVER. THERE WERE BARRIERS ON BOTH SIDES AND NO SHOULDER THE CAR DID THE 180 WITHOUT CR

Mileage: 165,000

20190920CrashAIR BAGS

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER NONE OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED CONTACT HAD TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL ( PREGNANT ) UNKNOWN CAUSE ( VEHICLE NOT DIAGNOSED BY DEALER ) THE CONTACT STATED THAT WAS HIT IN THE REAR BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, PUSHED HER IN TO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. THE CONTACT WENT TO THE HOSPITAL BY AMBULANCE ( 28 WEEKS IN TO THE PREGNANCY ) . TREATED AND RELEASED ( BACK AND NECK PAIN )VEHICLE NOT REPAIRED.POLICE REPORT UNAVAILABLE. MANU

Mileage: 66,000

20190821UNKNOWN OR OTHER

MY 2014 DODGE CHARGER HAS NOW HAD THE STEERING WHEEL AND ROD COME OUT IN MY LAP TWICE NOW WHILE DRIVING WITHIN THREE MONTHS. I HAVE REPORTED THIS WITH FCA CORPORATE, THIS IS NOW MY THIRD REPORT AND COMPLAINT WITH THE VEHICLE SAFETY DEPARTMENT, NOW TWO OPEN SAFETY CLAIMS WITH CHRYSLER CORPORATE IN DENVER AND ALSO HAVE HAD THE REPAIRS DONE ONCE BY LARRY H MILLER I AM TRYING TO GET THE SAME REPAIR DONE AGAIN BUT NO ONE WILL RETURN MY PHONE CALLS AND NO ONE IS WILLING TO TAKE ACCOUNTABILITY OF THIS

Mileage: 68,000

20190720CrashSERVICE BRAKES

ON HIGHWAY GOING 65MPH.CAR STEERING LOST CONTROL AND PULLED SHARP RIGHT OFF ROAD. COULD NOT STEER OR BRAKE. ALL LIGHTS ON PANEL WERE LIT UP. ROAD IN THE DITCH AT 65MPH AND RAMPED A DRIVEWAY AND STILL COULDN'T STEER OR BRAKE.FINALLY CAR CAME TO A STOP ON ITS OWN OR DUE TO IMPACT AND HIGH BRUSH IN THE DITCH.

Mileage: 56,000

20190720CrashELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ON HIGHWAY GOING 65MPH.CAR STEERING LOST CONTROL AND PULLED SHARP RIGHT OFF ROAD. COULD NOT STEER OR BRAKE. ALL LIGHTS ON PANEL WERE LIT UP. ROAD IN THE DITCH AT 65MPH AND RAMPED A DRIVEWAY AND STILL COULDN'T STEER OR BRAKE.FINALLY CAR CAME TO A STOP ON ITS OWN OR DUE TO IMPACT AND HIGH BRUSH IN THE DITCH.

Mileage: 56,000