2010 Dodge Challenger transmission problems

Filed Jul 22, 2022 · Transmission · MD

The clutch stick broke while driving and putting it on gear.

Filed Oct 4, 2021 · Engine, Transmission · FL

The Gen III hemi has an inherent design flaw in which the rollers making contact with the camshaft will fail, causing damage to the camshaft and causing the engine to misfire. This is due to the camshaft being moved away from the crankshaft as it causes oil starvation. After extensive research it appears to affect cars of various miles and workload. There is no single cause that makes this happen other than a grievous design flaw. The main complaint is that you experience total power loss at higher revs, making it dangerous to drive on the interstate or attempting to merge into traffics as the engine begins to shudder and lose most power. Whether it’s 40K miles or 110K miles, the flaw does not discriminate. After numerous attempts to reach Chrysler technical service on how to prevent this, I’ve been ignored and case numbers deleted. Now this is very important. This causes a misfire which not only destroys catalytic converters, but arrives with no notice. It’s very possible someone may be attempting to pass someone on the interstate and suddenly lose power. My mechanic inspected it and confirmed that the rollers failed, causing causing lifters to not make proper clearance. This needs to be investigated as this engine is in millions of cars. And even if 1% of these failure occur on an interstate, the potential for fatalities is absolutely nothing to ignore. I kindly ask that this matter be investigated. As not everyone can afford the 5K to fix this problem like I can. And due to its high prevalence in trucks, this could cause those who use their trucks for work to be put in a tight spot. I understand normal wear and tear, but by no means should a cam and valve train fail this soon in a car. Giving the Gen III hemi by Chrysler and their infamous timing chain defect, I believe this is also a dangerous flaw and something Chrysler ignored. Hoping it would outlast warranties. Best regards.

Filed Aug 26, 2021 · Transmission · 57,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tire sensor, battery, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed as a powertrain control module failure, which caused the battery and alternator to fail. The mechanic informed the contact that the powertrain control module needed to be replaced. The dealer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.

Filed Dec 26, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · 139,000 miles · KS

Car has stalled several times while driving above 60 MPH. Seems like loses power and fuel pump shuts off. Had to pull over and restarts with no issues. Kind of dangerous when you lose power to brakes and steering too.

Filed Sep 11, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · 77,000 miles · NY

2014 timing belt was recalled and apparently repaired. Car shut off in the middle of the highway and then engine seized. Had it towed and service said it was timing belt again and now engine needed to be replaced. Called dodge, they said there is nothing they can or want to do.

Filed Jun 14, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · IL

A recall was performed in 2015 regarding a timing chain failure. This car sat in a dealer lot for an extended period of time. I purchased the vehicle and rarely drive it. A timing chain failure stalled me in the middle of the interstate. A chronic issue according to most forums, even after the recall was performed. The car has less than 73,000 miles on it and should not have failed regardless of months,of the fact that it was more than 24 months. It is a very low mileage car for the year and this is on ongoing issue from these vehicles from 2009-2012.

Filed Jul 1, 2018 · Transmission · OR

Accelerated / stuck to floor going down highway. Would not shut off. The throttle was stuck would not release. This happened while we were passing another vehicle.

Filed May 22, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · 54,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge challenger. The contact experienced difficulty with shifting to and from second gear, and the vehicle overheated and stalled several times without warning. An independent mechanic replaced the transmission seals, but was unable to determine a remedy to provide a permanent solution. The failure continued to progress and the vehicle was towed to martin dodge jeep chrysler ram (2209 scottsville rd, bowling green, ky 42104-4105, (270) 846-0600) to be diagnosed. The contact mentioned that the dealer replaced the computer once, but the computer failed again and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that further diagnostic testing was required and the part may no longer be available to replace the computer again. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000.

Filed Feb 7, 2018 · Transmission · 47,000 miles · CA

The 6 speed transmission at 47,000 miles is having a very hard time shifting into and out of gear at idle. With clutch pedal all the way to floor it will not go into or out of first gear or reverse. After getting it into gear and driving the transmission shifts fine. There is a known issue with the clutch and grease used on this year model

Filed Aug 23, 2017 · Transmission · 500 miles · WI

Shifting issue with manual 2010 challenger r/t. Experiencing a nibble when shifting and sometimes it won't shift into 3rd when cold. Matches the description from other 2009-2010 drivers in on-line challenger forums under star case # k38556860 & s1021000004 (bad grease used on tr-6060. My local dealer and chrysler warranty hotline claim to know nothing about it.