Drove on hwy no problem made it into town Smelled gas & seen smoke coming from hood briefly(tank was half full )Turned car off got out seen smoke from under the hood, opened the hood as best as i could and seen flames coming from under the hood.CALL fire Dept. dash have no warnings of anything only the smell and being observant saves my life
2010 Dodge Charger: fire, smoke or burning smell
5 of the 232 complaints about the 2010 Dodge Charger describe fire, smoke or burning smell.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year
What owners say
The vehicle caught fire while I was sitting with my car running parked.
Altenator makes a whining noise while driving and then within 2 to 3 minutes the battery indicator light comes on then there is an immediate burning smell.
My 2010 dodge charger caught fire and exploded. I was sitting in it with the air conditioner running, waiting for my son. I smelled something burning, but not like plastic or the smell when it's overheating. I looked at my dash and the thermostat needle was straight up then I saw a little puff of smoke out of the corner of my eye. I popped the hood and flames shot across the windshield. I opened the door and rolled out because my seat was reclined. I could see fire under the hood, I reached back in and turned the engine off thinking maybe it would help. I grabbed my phone which was stuck to the dash with a magnet and I ran like hell!
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge charger. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop light, the vehicle stalled. The contact then noticed smoke coming from the vehicle so he exited. At that point, the contact noticed a fire coming from the rear. No one was injured. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. The manufacturer was contacted and they stated the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure and current mileages were 40,000.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Electrical system: ignition: module
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler 300, dodge challenger, charger, jeep commander, grand cherokee and dodge ram vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a wireless ignition node (win) module exhibiting a binding condition of the solenoid latch.
- Risk
- The result of the defect could lead to a condition where the key may be removed from the ignition switch (win module) prior to placing the shifter in park. This could result in the potential for unintended vehicle movement and could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the win module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before august 23, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 10V200000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2010 Dodge Charger fire or smoke
Is fire, smoke or burning smell a common problem on the 2010 Dodge Charger?
5 of 232 owner complaints about the 2010 Dodge Charger (2%) mention fire, smoke or burning smell. The model year with the most reports is 2011.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2010 Dodge Charger?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2010 Dodge Charger
Stalling 24Check engine light 17Fuel smell 12Won't start 10No deployment 8Knocking 6Ball joint 5Loss of power 5
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