2015 Dodge Challenger: engine failure

Filed Oct 21, 2026 · Fuel system · 45,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the engine seized. The contact became aware of a strong fuel odor coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was diagnosed with a fractured intake fuel supply line. The contact was informed that the intake fuel supply line needed to be replaced. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V114000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The contact was advised to contact the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

Filed Apr 7, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · CA

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 misfire). Upon further inspection, the technician found scoring on the cylinder 3 wall, a persistent loud ticking noise from the engine, and metal contamination in the engine oil sample. The dealership diagnosed the failure as requiring a complete engine long block replacement at a quoted cost exceeding $23,000. The powertrain warranty has expired based on the 3-year time limit; however, the vehicle has fewer than 56,000 miles, which is well below the warranty's mileage threshold and exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age. The vehicle has been properly maintained throughout ownership with regular oil changes and scheduled service intervals. No aftermarket modifications have been made; the engine and all related components remain factory stock. I contacted Stellantis customer care to request assistance. They stated that because the vehicle is no longer under warranty, there is nothing they can do, and that the dealership should have submitted a goodwill assistance request on my behalf. The dealership said they would look into it. A complete engine failure at this mileage on an engine marketed as a high-performance powerplant suggests a manufacturing or material defect rather than normal wear and tear.

Filed Mar 1, 2019 · Steering · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge challenger. While driving, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact quickly activated the hazard lights and shut the vehicle off and back on to reset the computer. The vehicle was taken to south chicago dodge chrysler jeep (7340 s western ave, chicago, il 60636, (773) 476-7800) where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The dealer indicated that there was no warranty or recall for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.

Filed Jun 1, 2016 · Brakes, Electrical · 28,000 miles · LA · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge challenger. The contact stated that after depressing the accelerator pedal at 30 MPH, the contact lost control of the rear of the vehicle and the rear wheel seized causing the contact to slide into a ditch. Prior to the failure, the ABS, the engine, the traction control and the front collision warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed the passenger side bumper bracket, the driver side bumper bracket, the driver side support bracket, the driver side support bracket, lower drill fender, oem passenger side fender, pillars, rocker, and floor , carpet, right and quarter panel were damaged and needed to be replaced. The technician also diagnosed that the front and rear brakes needed to be lubricated. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v749000 (electrical system) however the VIN was not included. There were no injuries sustained. A police report was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 28,000. Updated 07/13/16*lj

Filed May 12, 2016 · Brakes, Steering · 13,000 miles · SC · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge challenger. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the steering wheel seized and caused the contact to crash into a curb. The vehicle was towed to the dealer on several occasions where it was repaired, but the repaired parts were unknown. When the contact retrieved the vehicle, the failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer. In addition, the brakes failed to respond. The contact mentioned that the vehicle could no longer be driven due to the failure becoming worse. The approximate failure mileage was 13,000.

Filed Jul 20, 2015 · Steering · 9,102 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge challenger. While driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering shaft needed to be replaced, but the part was not available. The contact waited until the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,102. Ma 10/6 updated 11/29/2017