Dodge Challenger years to avoid
More than twice the Challenger's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Dodge Challenger years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Dodge Challenger complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Dodge Challenger problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical620
- Engine331
- Airbags281
- Transmission188
- Steering147
- Brakes108
- Fuel system89
- Driver assistance59
- Acceleration59
- Visibility55
- Body49
- Lights48
Dodge Challenger problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | - | 43 | Visibility | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2022 | 94 | 9 | Seat belts | 2 | 1 | ||
| 2021 | 85 | 19 | Airbags | 17,160 | 2 | 4 | Fewest complaints |
| 2020 | 91 | 20 | Electrical | 500 | 1 | 1 | Fewest complaints |
| 2019 | 78 | 59 | Electrical | 5,750 | 3 | 5 | |
| 2018 | 72 | 75 | Electrical | 22,012 | 3 | 9 | |
| 2017 | 78 | 49 | Electrical | 34,000 | 3 | 7 | Fewest complaints |
| 2016 | 71 | 78 | Transmission | 16,000 | 1 | 10 | |
| 2015 | 52 | 127 | Transmission | 31,500 | 5 | 16 | |
| 2014 | 47 | 149 | Electrical | 36,000 | 4 | 16 | |
| 2013 | 42 | 179 | Electrical | 50,000 | 5 | 6 | Avoid |
| 2012 | 29 | 253 | Electrical | 53,000 | 6 | 11 | Avoid |
| 2011 | 38 | 193 | Electrical | 55,000 | 6 | 5 | Avoid |
| 2010 | 22 | 299 | Engine | 35,500 | 7 | 10 | Avoid |
| 2009 | 51 | 133 | Airbags | 30,152 | 7 | 8 | |
| 2008 | 92 | 10 | Airbags | 39,000 | 3 | 1 |
Recalls 33
Dodge Challenger warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
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Questions about the Dodge Challenger
What years of the Dodge Challenger should you avoid?
2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013. Each has more than twice the Dodge Challenger's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2010 alone has 299, mostly about engine and airbags.
What is the best year for a used Dodge Challenger?
2021, 2020 and 2017 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (19, 20 and 49).
What is the most common problem with the Dodge Challenger?
Electrical, with 620 complaints across all years, followed by engine (331) and airbags (281).
How many recalls does the Dodge Challenger have?
33 recalls between 2008 and 2023. The 2010 model year has the most, with 7.
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