Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the ABS warning light illuminated and the vehicle was unable to be driven. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS module control needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was made aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v493000 (service brakes, hydraulic), but the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 03/04/15*lj updated 10/8/15
2007 Dodge Charger brakes complaints
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The first incident happened after I was driving on the freeway for about 30 miles I parked the car with the car on so I can have the air on. I had to move my car and the car wouldn't move. The shifter would move but it didn't seem to change into gear. I had it towed to a transmission shop thinking it was a transmission problem. The shop looked it over and found nothing wrong with the transmission they said it was the brakes that were locked up so they unplugged the ABS and that seemed to fix the problem.the second incident happened when I was driving home from work and came to a stop at an intersection when I pulled away from the light the car hadn't switched gears and wouldn't accelerate. When I parked the car there was a heavy smell of the brakes burning.
While traveling at 40+ MPH I attempted to accelerate by pressing the accelerator pedal all the way, the dodge charger rt(5.7l v8) did not react and kept accelerating at the normal rate before I pressed the accelerator. Since it was not reacting to my input, I took my foot completely off the accelerator but the vehicle kept accelerating at a constant rate. Then after two seconds, the vehicle accelerated at full throttle, in automatic, downshifted, and continued to speed up at full throttle. Brakes were pressed but seemed to have zero effect on the vehicle's uncontrolled acceleration. Finally I decided to shift into neutral and the engine resumed normal operation. I then shifted into drive again from neutral, and operation of the vehicle resumed to normal. First time this has happened and is extremely unsafe, luckily, no car was in front of me and I had time to control the car before I came to the upcoming red light/intersection.
Was driving down road and car started to slow down and became extremely difficult to operate. Car slowed pretty much to a stop and I had to use all my strength to get it to turn so I could pull over to a safe place. The car completely shut off and locked up on me. I put the car in park and took the key out, put the key back in to restart the car and it started right back up. I have been researching since this has happened and there are tons of complaints about this exact thing. I have two small children and now I am afraid to drive my car and it is my only vehicle. I just purchased this charger about 3 months ago. This is the first time it's happened . This problem needs to be addressed and it needs to be fixed before people start to die from horrific crashes from no fault of their own! I'm so disappointed about this and would have never bought this car if I would have known I was putting mine, my kids or others life at danger! Absolutely ridiculous!
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the brake pedal was engaged and the vehicle pulled to the left. A noise could be heard from when the brakes were applied. The vehicle failed to decelerate until after several attempts. The vehicle was taken to both an independent mechanic and authorized dealer. The dealer replaced the ABS module. There was a recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 06v4930000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 48,248. Updated 6/14/13 *cn updated 07/11/2013
I was leaving work, and entering I-285 off exit ramp, I saw a vehicle that was stopped ahead of me approx. A quarter of a mile up ahead of me, so I began to apply brakes to prepare to stop ahead...and I realized that my brake pedal would not move or give in to even apply pressure to brake. I was going approx. 45 to 50mph...and I crashed and rear ended a car full force without any brakes at all. Both airbags deployed...it was awful and the scariest thing that I have ever experienced. It resulted in a 4 car accident. I suffered a broken ankle in two places, torn foot ligaments, and burns from airbags. I am angry, because I found out about several recalls that are out with my cat that I was unaware of. I have had my car serviced with dodge on three different occassions prior to this happening within the past 6/7 months. Something will be done about this...I could have died!!!!!
Approaching traffic light transitioning from yellow to red, car is coasting at 20mph, proceeded to stop foot on the brake the brake was solid as the concrete pavement, the steering wheel could not move. The car did not stop proceeded forward hitting the car in front which was a fender bender, however total loss of a purchased brand new dodge charger which had gone to the service center every week after purchasing for a reset of the computer system jumping skipping stopping, however un - final answers it was always communicated the car was fine and good to go. As a result of the accident the ruling was not against me as a driver, however, an attorney who specialized in manufactured defects was a communication after several attorneys listened to the case but did not take on the representation. Also as a result now 3 years later, $35,000 back surgery, continued medical bills, perm disable permit due to inability to function normally before accident excruciating pain day in and out. No help no car personal insurance paid everything / gap when the attorney took case could not find the totaled car? ....there has to be something that can be done about that. One attorney stated the company is responsible, however stated it is a case that would be major. Is one's debt and personal liability as a citizen not important enough to receive help towards this matter? I am afraid I will live in and suffer with this pain in debt til death! This is a case that falls in the gray area in the land of o well--- why shouldn't the dealership be responsible? Why did the judge throw it out of court, to be against me? Why cant I receive medical and loss of time an wages from an immediate emergency surgery? Please help me I emailed the attorney general's office and was informed to connect with this line of communication. Please help...!!!! I have to work or I will be homeless now what?
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. While driving less than 10 MPH, the contact applied the brakes and the vehicle continued to accelerate; however, after numerous attempts the vehicle came to a stop. In addition, smoke was emitting from underneath the hood. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road, the contact detected flames underneath the hood. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated the failure originated from the fuse box. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.
Brakes squeal loudly, steering shacks badly, ABS light now on. Turned rotors and replaced brake pads at 36,000 miles. Problem still exists, was told that new rotors would have to be purchased. I have owned numerous vehicles and have never had this problem with rotors or premature brake pad repairs.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift out of park when first starting the vehicle. In addition, when applying the brakes, the ABS would lock abnormally. The contact started the vehicle and the ABS and traction warning lights were illuminated. The contact removed the shifter panel wire and was able to shift into drive. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where the vehicle was left for repairs. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 36,000.
Pink plastic tab in the shifter assembly on 2007 dodge charger rt (17,000 miles) broke, resulting in vehicle being unable to shift from park. There are thousands of complaints online about this problem. The tow truck driver even commented on the notorious "charger stuck in park" problem when he called in our pickup. Chyrsler - dodge has refused a recall on this issue, yet charges 400 dollars to fix it. They put the same type of part back in and many people have had it break over and over, just to pay again to have it fixed.
I drove car the night before and everything worked properly. The next day I started the car and tried to go into reverse. The gear wouldn't move. It was stuck in park. I tried the pink button by the gear box and that wouldn't even get the gear out of place. I had to get the car towed to a chrysler/dodge service. I was informed I needed a shifter assembly which was not covered in my extended warranty and my manufacturer warranty had expired. It cost $350 to fix. I talk with other dodge charger owners who have said this has happened to them and had to pay out of pocket to get this fixed. This is obviously a manufacturing problem if different people from different states and dealerships have complained about this problem. This should be replaced by the service regardless if have a warranty if this is a defect created originally by the manufacturer.
My car is stuck in park! I have no idea what happened. I drove it today with no problems then all of a sudden I try to leave and it wont allow me to put it in reverse. I have seen a numerous amount of complaints online with people having the same problem so this is something that is common with these cars. "my car hasn't been repaired yet!" I don't think I should have to pay for something that I didn't cause.
2007 dodge charger, only 50,000 miles. Automatic transmission. Car stuck in park. Numerous on line complaints regarding dodge vehicles of various models.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH during inclement weather the brakes locked. The contact notice a recall regarding the service brakes, hydraulic: antilock: control unit, module but the manufacturer informed the contact that the VIN did not apply to the recall. The contact was concerned that the VIN was not included since the vehicle has experienced the identical failure. The failure mileage was 44,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. When driving at various speeds, there was a loud noise in the front of the vehicle. The mechanic stated that they couldn't hear any noise and that the brake pads were not defective. A second diagnosis was obtained from another mechanic who stated that the front brake rotors were warped and the tie rods needed to be replaced. An authorized dealer replaced the tie rods. The contact is concerned that a new vehicle has experienced multiple failures. Since the vehicle was repaired the failure has not recurred. The failure mileage was 12,000 and the current mileage was 37,000.
Keep having problems with brakes on 2007 charger. The dealer have worked on them and still having problems. Around march car was leaking transmission fluid and now check engine light is on and will not go out please help me.
Parked car in driveway, set hand brake and it failed. Was told by dealership and dodge customer service that it is a "periodic adjustment" that must be made to the hand brake. We were not informed of the need for a "periodic adjustment" at time of purchase, and it is not post anywhere in the *tr. Adjustment cost out of our pocket. Car one year old.
Several police departments and automotive dealerships should be investigated, inspected to determine if they have these vehicles in operation; texas area dealerships and texas police departments that utilize these models (e.g.) san antonio, houston. Austin, dallas dealerships , police departments.
Have to replace brake rotor on 2007 dodge charger with hemi. The rotors have been replaced appro 2 months ago and need replace again. This a police package vehicle. There has been a problem with another department that has or is going to replace rotors on there vehicle.
Driver states while merging on to highway into traffic and hitting a slippery spot the (tcs) traction control system engaged as normal (throttle was cut back to idle). However, once traction was regained the tcs failed to disengage. The vehicle had to be pulled to side of roadway and shut off. Once restarted the vehicle returned to normal operation. This happened twice to date. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, however the dealer reported that the problem could not be duplicated.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. When the brake pedal was depressed at 70 MPH, the steering wheel shook and the brake pedal shuttered. The dealer shaved and turned the rotors because they were warped. The failure recurred after 50 miles. The dealer was unable to repair the failure. The contact installed aftermarket brake pads and rotors, as well as new tires on the vehicle; yet, the failure continued. The failure mileage was 500 and current mileage was 27,926.
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. On november 1, 2006, the vehicle was serviced for a basic oil change and filter at 3,600 miles. On january 2, 2007, the vehicle was taken to the dealer for basic maintenance, in which the contact requested a tire rotation because the tires were wearing very quickly. He was informed that the tires were rotated, balanced, and that the oil was changed. Two months later, the contact noticed that the tires continued to wear very quickly and the brakes were not stopping the vehicle properly. He went to a local tire store and was informed that the tires were placed on the vehicle incorrectly and that two different sized tires should have been installed. The contact returned to the dealer and they were supposed to provide new tires and brakes. They provided the tires and new front brakes, but no rear brakes. The dealer also failed to repair a rattling noise in the fan under the hood; however, they did not. Currently, the brakes lock sometimes and the fan still makes a noise as if leaves and sticks are under the hood. The contact has a 100,000 mile warranty, but was advised to take his vehicle to another dealer. The powertrain was unknown. The current mileage was 32,000 and failure mileage was 10,044. Updated 01-16-08. *kb updated
Failure of the antilock brakes and power steering resulting in an accident where another vehicle got hit from behind. The gauge cluster died upon impact. This was a rental car from enterprise and the customer before had just turned in the vehicle because she was having problems with the brakes and steering. Enterprise refused to document the incident as per that customer and then proceeded to give the vehicle to my son five minutes later. This vehicle has been recalled for ABS control module software issues that may cause rear brakes to lock up. Chrysler says that not this VIN number.
I have had my car for 4 months now and have already had the rotors cut and the pads replaced. The squealing was more than a nuisance and the rotors would overheat and warp. I had this work done at 8200 miles. I now have 9800 miles and the pads are already making noise and the rotors overheat after semi hard braking.
Poor brake performance - brakes making noise during light braking. First reported 10,088 miles. Rotors turned and pads cleaned. Now 10,500 miles and same problem.
I purchased a 2006 dodge charger daytona over three months ago. I took the vehicle back to the dealer for its first oil change. Since the day I purchased it with 70 miles on it, the brakes have squealed badly. I told the dealer about it and they were going to check it out. They called me to say that they could not hear any noise, but if there was a squeal it is typical on all charger daytona's. It is something I just have to live with. When I picked up the car I drove it 100 feet and applied the brakes. A loud squeal came from the brakes, but they still refuse to do anything about it. Why is this? Why don't they do anything about it?
Loud and consistent squealing of front brakes since purchase date in february 07. Reported to dealer at both oil changes and nothing done.
2007 dodge charger with brake problems customer states that the car was serviced four times and he believes that it is a lemon**cc the consumer complained that the brakes were very squeaky. The consumer was informed the brake pads had recently been updated and an order would have to placed for the newer version. The consumer continued to have problems with the brakes after the update of the brakes.
Rear brakes on 2007 dodge charger (17144 mile, mainly hwy) grooved consistently from top to bottom. Dealer checked and the only explanation they would give me was that I live on a gravel road and that rocks are causing this. Apparently if you live or are going to drive on a gravel road you can't own a charger. Both the dealer and chrysler customer service turned this down as a warranty item. Dealer stated rotors needed to be turned but without giving me a solution as to preventing this problem in the future. The grooves in the rotor are about 1/8 of an inch. This would take about 40 rocks perfectly lined up on each of the rear brakes. Impossible. I am be given the run around and would appreciate any assistance possible.
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