Dodge has a recall p57 the federal safety agency 14v‑567 and no parts. It has been ongoing since december 2014. I fixed my vehicle prior to the recall in december of 2013. Dodge will not refund my money until the parts come in.
2008 Dodge Charger steering complaints
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I was driving my 2008 dodge charger about 45 MPH, when suddenly the power went out on my vehicle causing me to stop in traffic. When I tried to restart my car, it wouldn't start. After several attempts to try to start the vehicle, it finally started.. A few miles into my journey, the problem happened again.. The problem is with the ignition switch that is recalled on my vehicle. I drive everyday with small children in the car and this is very unsafe. The dodge dealer said the part is unavailable. I need my car to go to work everyday and this is very disturbing.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. The contact stated that while trying to start the vehicle, the key was extremely difficult to turn over on several occasions. The electronic throttle control warning lamp illuminated several times. The contact mentioned that as the failure progressed, the steering wheel was shaking while traveling over 60 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, who reprogrammed the keys and checked the battery. However, the failure recurred. The contact mentioned that the vehicle stalled several times. The contact was not notified but was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v567000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. While driving at approximately 10 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel became very difficult to turn. The vehicle was restarted and resumed normal operation. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,000.
Purchased 2008 rear wheel drive v6 dodge charger 11/8/2008. 1st time I had issues w/ worn out front end suspension parts was in 7/14/2010. I had to have the outer tie rods replaced on my car which only had 26,036 miles on it, luckily, this was covered under warranty. Since 7/2010, I have had to have multiple various front end suspension and steering components replaced, not covered under warranty. *5/1/11 sway bar links & outer tie rods *3/2/12 outer tie rod end/control arm and ball joint *11/1/12 outer tie rod *11/27/13 sway bar links *12/10/14 control arm/stabilizer bar bushing. I've had to have my tires replaced 3 times due to excessive/uneven wear caused by reoccurring, expensive suspension issues. I am not a hot rod driver, nor do I live on a long bumpy dirt road and feel my complaint should be looked into for a possible recall and force dodge to correct this issue. I can not afford $400 to $600s and tires $800 every or every other year. This is ridiculous.
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. The contact stated the steering wheel was difficult to turn and made an abnormal noise when the vehicle was driven in cold weather conditions. The contact also stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the radio lights and all of the interior lights failed. The vehicle was restarted and resumed to normal. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000. Updated 4/27/15*cn..updated 05/11/15.*jb the consumer also received recall # 15v313000. However, the parts were not available. Updated 08/19/15.....updated 09/17/15*jb updated 09/21/15. *jb...updated 10/05/15.*jb the consumer experienced a resistance in steering while turning left or right for the past 18 months. There was a smell of wires burning inside the vehicle, due to the left signal light wiring had burned out, the right front window was difficult to roll up, the blinkers stopped working, and the trunk would not open. Updated 10/19/15.*jb....updated 11/10/15.*jb updated 11/30/15.*jb the consumer also stated the vehicle would not start. The battery and ignition switch were replaced. The vehicle had a coolant leak. The gasket and thermostat were replaced. Updated 12/22/15.*jb.....updated 12/24/15.*jb...updated 02/18/16. *jb updated 03/17/16.*jb.........updated 04/01/16 *bf updated 04/12/16.*jb updated 04/14/16.*jb updated 06/02/16.*jb updated 06/09/16.*jb updated 06/16/16.*jb updated 06/29/16.8jb updated 09/20/2017*cn *js the consumer stated on september 5, 2017 the vehicle emitted a fuel smell from the vents and underneath the vehicle.*js *cn *js
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. The contact stated that the steering wheel was tight, difficult to turn, made a noise, and vibrated. The contact indicated that the vehicle stalled several times, but was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop. A diagnostic code for the voltage regulator was discovered. The alternator, oxygen sensor, and a second sensor were replaced. The contact indicated that the vehicle continued to stall and jerked forward while in motion, as if it would stall each time it was driven. The failure progressed and occurred intermittently. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system). The dealer stated that the parts were not available. The contact was waiting for the parts to schedule the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.
It started out as a battery problem. I am on the third battery 2 of them within 90 days. Then the ignition, you could turn the key and it would not do anything for 30 to 40 seconds. Then sometimes nothing at all and I would have to turn key off then back to start. Sometimes the car would try to start then stop and try again before it would start. Now when I use the turn signal and make a turn it tries to lock the steering. I have a second charger same year that is now having the battery problem... What's next ?
Vehicle is experiencing major safety defect similar to recent gm ignition recall. On numerous occasions vehicle has experienced sudden engine shut-off at varying speeds including highway 65mph plus. Complete electrical system shut down deactivates all onboard systems, including power-steering, breaking, and air bag deployment. Vehicle shut down occurs randomly. Re-occurrence has been as frequently as hours between similar occurrence to as long as 5,000 miles between occurrences. Vehicle has been in for repairs to dealer without dealer able to recreate defect. Various electrical system parts were replaced without successfully curing the defect. Two separate dealerships recommended wireless ignition (win) module replacement but chrysler has refused to send the part. Chrysler customer care states that win module is only replaced when vehicle fails to start at all times. Vehicle owner requested replacement part as recommended by certified technicians but chrysler will not release part to VIN associated vehicle. Therefore, vehicle has not been repaired. Current mileage is 78,000. Identical occurrences have been reported to the federal safety agency under id numbers: 10294768, 10369140, 10370988, 10386410, 10390065, 10396098, 10508333, 10520262, and 10525632. Vehicle defect has serious potential for death and serious injury due to product failure (airbags failing to deploy).
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. The contact stated the steering wheel seized and became hard to turn. The contact restarted the engine and the traction control warning light was illuminated however, the steering wheel had returned to normal. The failure was recurring. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000 and the current mileage was 205,000.
Ignition modulator switch shut the car completly down as the was coming to a stop this part attaches into the computer and can go at anytime even when driving. Chrysler has a major back order on this part and has no idea when they can get the part to the dealerships to correct the issue. There are over 1000 vehicles currently with issue across the USA. I have checked with dealerships from nj as far as mo after they check the database in the parts department I get the same answer no part in stock.
1 solution 2008 dodge charger the esp/bas light comes on when I make a left turn and stays on for a while and the resets. This is a re-occurring issue. Was told by dodge that steering column may have to be repaired. (was this a recall for dodge?). The car seems to be difficult to steer due to the car being very "loose" and feels as if the car is not aligned but recently had new alignment done. Also, left rear driver's side door lock will not work. The window works fine but the door lock has stopped functioning. Have had issues with rotors since I purchased the car with only 17 miles on it. Rotors replaced several times and was even told that the rotors were warped in factor installation.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. The contact stated that the steering column failed, preventing the vehicle from being started or being shut off. The contact also stated that the steering column failure was experienced with an entire fleet of dodge chargers that were being utilized by the lanier county sheriff's office. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage is 180,000.
The tie rod ends in this car have been replaced twice and now im going in for a third time. My mechanic explained to me that these cars are known for their tie rod ends breaking. I feel it should be looked into..I have been to online forums for this vehicle and its mentioned a lot on there too. If a part is defective the manufacturer should be recalling these vehicles.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. The contact stated that the steering wheel suddenly became hard to turn. The failure was experienced several times. The steering returned to normal function when the engine was restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to have a diagnosed performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was 39,000.
Driver had been experiencing intermittent problems with esp bas light coming on along with occasional popping sounds from steering wheel when making turns. On day of incident, driver was attempting to make a (left) u-turn in a median. Steering wheel turned approximately 3/4 of one revolution and would not turn any further to left. Driver jerked on steering wheel a few times which 'broke loose' lock and turn was able to be completed. Vehicle was driven to one dodge dealership for inspection and driver was told no problems could be found. Upon leaving dealership, esp bas light come on again. Driver took vehicle to a second dodge dealership where diagnostics revealed a faulty steering angle sensor. Sensor was replaced and no further problems have been experienced at this time.
I driving and merged onto route 3 going south; I turned my right blinker on since the ramp was on the right, it shut off when I got on the expressway. Automatically the left blinker came on, even though I did not turn it on. While driving on the expressway going 60mph with three kids in the car I had to try to turn off the blinker, which would not turn off. It was a scary situation since there was a lot of traffic; so I was trying to watch the traffic (which may think I was merging left) and fix the issue at the same time. Repeatedly the right blinker came on, then the left again. There was a loud clicking noise when I tried to fix it, after several tries the blinker shut off. I got off the expressway and every turn I made the same thing happened. I call and emailed chrysler dodge. I was told a supervisor would return my call within 24 hours. They did not. I repeatedly emailed and called. In the interim I brought my car to the dealership and I researched the problem online and by speaking to mechanics and service people at dodge dealerships. According to all of these sources this is a common problem with dodge chargers. Today, july 26th, I finally talked to a supervisor after calling dodge another two times. He ([xxx]) said that there is no recall on the part (which I found out was a clock spring failure) and that they would do nothing to help. I asked if he would allow me to talk to his superior and he said he didn't have one. He then said he did but they would tell me the same thing. I asked if they were going to at least warn other owners of this issue and he said no, that the case was closed. I told him about the information I had gained by talking to mechanics, service people (including the one who fixed my car) and online research. I told him I would fax it to him. Even with all of this information he told me that they would not do anything about this issue. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the contact noticed that the steering wheel was loose and seemed to wobble while turning. The contact stated that the vehicle fish-tailed and became uncontrollable. The contact had to apply excessive force to the steering wheel in order to gain control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics but the technicians were unable to duplicate or diagnose the failure. The failure persisted and the vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times but to no avail. On the final attempt, the technicians diagnosed the failure as the power train torque converter needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 26,000.
I have a 2008 dodge charger, which has had several electrical problems to occur since I purchased the vehicle in aug., 2008. 2 of the problems could have caused serious injury if I had wrecked when the sterring wheel locked or just the other day the fan blade motors locked up and bursted my radiaotr. This vehicle is too new to have so many defects, especiall linking to electrical matters that are not recognized by the power-train warranty, which I feel should have all been covered the the warranty. After reading http://www.daimlerchryslervehicleproblems.com/, I wish this was brought to my attention before making the decision on this dodge vehicle. The car has several years before being paid off, but I am now terrified to continue driving this vehicle knowing anything, unplainable can happen at anytime. Something needs to be done about dodge, chrysler, jeep for putting people's lives in danger.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge charger. While having a routine oil change performed by an authorized dealer, the contact was informed that he would need to have the front drivers side tie rod replaced. The tie rod was replaced by the authorized dealer under factory warranty. The failure did not recur. The failure mileage was 31,000 and the current mileage was unknown.
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