Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge charger. While driving 55 MPH, the timing chain detached from the engine and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle spun out of control and almost crashed into oncoming traffic. There were no warning indicators illuminated; however, a lightning bolt icon flashed on the control panel after the failure. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and then towed to legacy dodge of natchitoches (1798 highway 3175 n byp, natchitoches, la 71457, (318) 238-3383) where it was diagnosed that a new timing chain was needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 140,000. The VIN was invalid.
2009 Dodge Charger engine complaints
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The win module has trouble communicating with the key fob and the vehicle shuts off while driving. Loose all power to dash. Happened to me on the highway and on the street while driving. Almost had an accident. Win module stops working all together
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge charger. While driving unknown speeds, steam emerged from the hood of the vehicle and there was a coolant leak. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The contact researched the failure online, repaired the vehicle, and determined that it was a design flaw. The contact sent the manufacturer a bill for the repair. The failure mileage was 102,000. *tt the consumer stated the cooling fan blades exploded and cut holes in the radiator causing a major coolant leak.
The vehicle engine shut off while driving the the expressway. This incident was very dangerous. There was no warning. It just shut off. Please give me some guidance with this matter.
Tl* the contact owned a 2009 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, smoke emitted from under the hood and inside the vehicle. The contact coasted to the side of the road and was able to exit the vehicle without injuries. The vehicles engine became engulfed in flames. The fire department extinguished the fire. There was no police report filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge charger. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. In addition, the steering wheel seized and was difficult to manuver. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 101,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge charger. While reversing, the contact heard a loud abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. Upon inspection, radiator fluid was witnessed leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed from the scene to the contact's home. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 166,584.
The problem is with the 2.7 timing chain and engine. Chrysler had issues with this problem and had filed for bankruptcy. There was a class action regarding this issue. However, chrysler corporation still exists and the customers with the problem still have the same engine issues. There should be a recall for the 2.7 engine.
The engine is making noise. My mechanic said the timing chain is bad. The oil pressure is low.
The vehicle was taken to the shop for a coolant leak. In the course of the repairs, significant engine sludge was discovered in the engine. Once the repairs were completed, the engine ran for approximately 30 min after repairs completed before being unable to start and going back to the shop. They now say that a complete engine overhaul is needed.
Got a 2009 dodge charger with 150.000 miles while normal driving on highway engine light came on I stopped right away thermostat cap blew off took it to dealer after I replaced the cap because it was running hotter than normal they told me might be a sensor next day they called car was smoking and needed new motor I did check it before I took it and it wasn't smoking they took two weeks to replace engine now called me not ready needs knock sensor the longer they have it the more broken things they find if it's not one thing it's another I am going to just go get it before they flatten my tires and say I need new ones ??
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, there was a coolant odor present and the vehicle started to shake without warning. The vehicle was shut off and failed to restart. The vehicle was jump started. The contact discovered smoke fumes from the hood. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the weep hole was failed on the water pump and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
Our 2009 dodge charger was in the garage, I noticed smoke on the outside of the house and went into the garage and our car was engulfed in flames. The fire caused extensive damage to the garage and smoke & water damage to the entire house. This the summary from the fire inspector that was sent out by our insurance company: based on scene observations, witness interviews, and information received, the cause of the fire was most probably related to an electrical failure involving wiring and or components of the 2009 dodge charger. More specifically, the fire occurred in the engine compartment on the driver side. The cause of the fire was an electrical event occurring in the origin area resulting in the ignition of combustible wiring insulation and other combustible materials within the engine compartment area left side.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge charger. While in the parking lot, an abnormal noise emitted from the engine. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the fan fractured and ejected pieces of hard plastic against the radiator. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 57,304.
Our 09 dodge charger timing chain broke and we had to pay $5500 to replace the engine! We always changed the oil every 3,000 miles. How do I get our money back???
While driving the car at 40 MPH on the highway the fan blades broke off and went through the radiator. This was a problem on our 2008 dodge chargers and there was a recall initiated by dodge for the 2008 models. Dodge stated there was no recall on the 2009 dodge chargers for this problem. The is on the police package charger with the hemi.
Within the last month the vehicle has been difficult to start, then while driving it suddenly and without warning, completely stops running. Then it is hard to steer and has no brakes. This is frightening and happens without warning. The service dept at the dealership diagnosed and scanned for codes and tested fuel pressure and found pressure was good and found no codes. They installed a new battery and cleaned the throttle. The vehicle started and ran well for one week, using it for short trips to the store. However, using it to go 20 miles away, the above problem showed up again. At the top of a hill the car engine stopped, going 30 MPH going down the hill. No brakes, no steering, and luckily no accident!!! This if very frightening!!! This vehicle is going back to the dealership on wed, mar. 11, 2015. This 2009 vehicle, according to your website, has had this dangerous problem since 2010. This is hazardous and should be eligible for recall.
I bought my car used approximately 3 1/2 years ago. It was driving fine up until about 6 / 7 months ago when it started stalling on me while driving. It has done this to me at least 15 times since then and lately has started to not start. There is hesitation at times and sometimes it just dies. The most concerning to me is when it dies while I'm driving, no warning, and then I lose my power steering. The last 4 times I've been able to pull it over and restart it but I have a 4 year old child and I am fearful of this happening and loosing control of the car. I will be calling the dealer this week but after reading the complaints and their outcomes I'm not hopeful that this issue will be resolved. Very concerning that this issue does not seem to be considered important to the manufacturer.
In the last four months, my 2009 dodge charger has stalled three times without warning. It doesn't sputter, then die. It just shuts down. The first two times, I was driving straight. This last time, 12/08/14, I was turning in a parking lot. I lost my power steering and my power breaks. I hit the concrete base of a light pole hard enough to blow out my front driver-side tire and bent the tie rod. There is quite a bit of damage to the front quarter panel, bumper and broke the headlight. Not to mention, it has given me whiplash. I have not seeked medical attention at this time, but I have had it before, and am quite certain I have it again. I am not certain as to why the airbag did not deploy??? I have read that this is a known issue, but there has not been a recall. I have seen other issues listed on this site regarding this particular car. I have had to replace a TPMS on one of my tires as well. I haven't look at all the complaints. But I also have an ongoing issue with my car not starting, numerous times a week. I have taken it to the dealership at least three times, and they cannot ever get it to duplicate. When I turn the key, it just turns over like it is going to start, then shuts down, without a single sputter. Kind of like how it is just shutting down while driving. The dealership replaced the battery in my key thinking that was the issue, nothing has helped. I would like to add my information into the group of individuals who have had problems with this particular car. After today's incident, my husband wants to get rid of it. I love my car, I just don't love the issues I am having with it, especially now that I am hurt. I am just thankful I am did not hit or hurt anyone else, due to this mechanical failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge charger. The contact stated that the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminated and the tire pressure became low. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the vehicle shifted independently from drive to neutral. The contact also stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 68,000. Mailed out 01/22/15
Two weeks ago I purchased a 2009 dodge charger. On tuesday october 21, 2014, I attempted to start my vehicle and found that the engine would not start. On the instrument panel I could see a red light blink indicating the theft system was activated, the mileage displayed, and the open doors indicator was activated. My remote allowed me to lock and unlock my doors and open my trunk. I attempted to jump start the battery which worked perfectly. I took additional steps to insure the problem was not the battery by having it tested. The result was 100%. Upon researching the symptoms online, I found there is an ongoing problem with the win module in my vehicle. I found more than 100 complaints and youtube videos by owners with the same problem yet no recall has been created. When will chrysler llc be held accountable for this known and well documented problem with 2009 dodge chargers and give them some relief? It should also be noted, a recall was made for 2008 dodge chargers for the same problem. I'd like to know what steps I need to take for a recall to be done. My vehicle is currently sitting idle. I fear having the same experience gm customers have had where the company is aware of a manufacturing issue that they refuse to address. I have already spoken to chrysler llc and my dodge dealership and they refuse to issue a recall even after acknowledging this is an ongoing issue with 2009 dodge chargers. One employee even stated, "I'm surprised they haven't done a recall yet. I've fixed this problem over 1000 times in the short time I've been here."
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled as the electronic throttle control light illuminated. The vehicle stalled however, the contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the spark plugs would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure later recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 82,000.
My electronic control throttle light continues to come on. I have read forums of this being an issue in dodge and chrysler cars from 2000 to 2011 models. I think at this point there needs to be a recall on the defect on all these cars. I am sick to my stomach on the costs to fix this issue.
The dealer refuses to honor the recalls on the engine light and tire light on, and is claiming that it does not affect my vehicle. I just brought this car from them and now I getting no where with this people. I paid 95.00 dollars for nothing and the lights still on and they told me that the reason they wont refund my money back is because they have to paid the mechanic, I believe that sold me a lemon. My resolution is to fix this car and refund my money. Thanks.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, abnormal popping noises could be heard and acceleration power decreased. The vehicle was moved to the shoulder. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was found that the pcv valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was 23,000.
Bought a 2009 dodge charger 5.7 v8 hemi and only had it for 5 months and had to replace the hole engine due to the rods breaking and also exhaust emissions this problem has cost me over 5,000 dollars please help me with this issue.
This is a dodge charger in the austin independent school district's police force fleet. After performing routine maintenance and upon start up, the auto began to have a hard engine knock. After further investigation we found that a valve seat had failed and entered the piston cylinder causing a catastrophic engine failure. The engine is a 5.7 hemi. This is the second dodge 5.7 hemi to have this type of engine failure in less then a year, and at about the same engine mileage. These cars are pursuit vehicles, and if this failure had been at a higher speed serious injure, or death could have occurred.
I purchased this vehicle used in september 2010. The vehicle had a clean car fax report when I bought the vehicle. I drove the vehicle to work on saturday and back home saturday evening and parked the car in the driveway. When I went to start the car on monday to take my kids to school the car did not start. I had the car towed to an independent mechanic assuming it must have been the starter. To my dismay the mechanic told me I needed a complete valve job for $2,000.00 he told me to take the car to the dealer to see if the car was under warranty for engine failure cause it is no way a 2009 should need a this type of work this soon. He charged me $84.00 for his inspection fee and diagnosis. I had the car towed to jeep /chrysler dodge dealership in ontario california where they told me the same diagnosis except it would cost any where from $2,000.00- $4500.00 for the repair. The dealer charged a fee of $384.00 just to come up with the exact same diagnosis the independent mechanic previously told me for a fee of $84.00. I have contacted chryslers corporate office 12/07/2011 and expect a call back within 24 hours. To add insult to injury I had the dealer attempt to include the repair of a timing belt and tensioner for $400 that I did not even need. Fortunately I had inspected the belt myself and was told by the independent mechanic that the belt and tensioner are in perfect working order. I addressed this with the service advisor and he told me I might as well get it done because it is due at 100k miles. I am disgusted that the dealer would try to take advantage of a customer in need of help. This unethical attempt to get more money from me made me question what other fraudulent repairs are on my estimate. I believe dodge should stand by their product and do the right thing. I am prepared to go to the media if chrysler does not do the right thing.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 dodge charger. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact noticed that white smoke emitted from the underneath the hood. The temperature gauge suddenly increased to hot. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road and towed to an independent mechanic. The engine cylinders were replaced due to a defective head gasket. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact experienced the identical failure on the day it was repaired. The vehicle was towed back to the independent mechanic for the second time where the head gasket was replaced. The failure occurred for the third time and the vehicle was currently being repaired by a different independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.
Vehicle made loud bang from engine compartment and began to loose speed from 58 MPH. Vehicle completely shut off after emitting an acrid burning smell. Towed to thomas dodge who states"engine locked up".
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