Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence and then an independent mechanic where the alternator was replaced but the failure recurred. The contact noticed that the battery save mode and the brake warning indicators flashed when the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the alternator assembly was replaced a second occasion under a manufacturer recall. The contact stated that a week after the repair, the service engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where it was informed that the thermostat was not properly closed and that a diagnosis needed to be performed. The vehicle was also included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v046000 (electrical system) but the part was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
2011 Dodge Charger electrical complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the alternator failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,000.
While driving my 2011 rt awd dodge charger on the freeway, at approximately 65 MPH, all of the lights (including, the dash lights, the radio, the headlights, I am unsure if the rear running lights were involved) shut off momentarily (3-5 seconds). During that time I noticed a change in the steering, the wheel became stiff like the power steering was off. I let my foot off of the gas pedal but did not brake so I'm not sure if the power brakes were affected, but assume they were. It sounds a lot like the alternator failure recall involving the 6 cylinder models with the 160 amp alternator. (I believe this is the same alternator that was used in the r/t 5.7l hemi model) the power came back on and I drove the last 4-5 miles home without further incident. I am apprehensive about driving on the freeway now. Loosing the ability to steer and brake at freeway speed could end in an accident. As an added note, when I arrived home I checked to see if there was any smell (electrical) near the engine, there was not.
My 2011 dodge charger has been back to the dealer several times for various recalls. The first recall was for a defective wiring harness that caused fused to trip. The repair corrected the problem for a short time but the fuses continue to trip. The latest recall is for an alternator problem. The vehicle was operating properly until the alternator light came on. The vehicle lost steering and then all power after the alternator light came on. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. Who is replacing the alternator. They claim the battery is "shorted" and must be replaced. They claim that battery is not included in the recall.
My alternator went out around 45k miles in 2013/2014. I had it replaced; it has since been recalled, but dodge refused to acknowledge the issue when it was brought in even though there was a strong smell of something electrical burning along with a loss in electrical power. In 2016, at around 75k miles, fuel started leaking from just in front of the rear passenger-side tire. The gasket between the tank and pump was replaced. After the next fill up, the leak became worse. I had the car towed to another shop. When the tow truck driver was driving it onto the truck, gas was spraying downward with a good amount of pressure. The second shop also suspected the gasket due to the design of the fuel system. They also replaced it, but the leak persisted. After further investigation, the fuel pump assembly had developed a crack. I don't appreciate the thought of driving something that could catch on fire or worse. Apparently, the fuel system was "redesigned" post 2011 models. Dodge refuses to acknowledge that a fuel system issue can result in a major hazard. An oil change shop even commented on the strong gas smell and warned of the danger.
I have the following issues with my 2011 dodge charger se: 1 - the vehicle has "clicking" noise coming from the front passenger side when powering on the vehicle's heater. The noise lasts for about 25 seconds before it stops. This is a constant re-occurrence. The noise also occurs randomly, both when the vehicle is powered on and off. 2 - the trunk keeps popping open every time I start the vehicle. It also opens randomly throughout the day, even when the vehicle is locked and secured. The only method to open the trunk now is from the button inside the vehicle located on the dash. 3 - the braking system is sometimes hesitant when trying to stop the vehicle. I do not have official paperwork pertaining to these incidents as of current, however, I am finding that people who own this make and model in similar years are experiencing similar issues.
The contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. While driving 30 MPH, the headlamps and all the warning lights on the instrument cluster illuminated. In addition, the steering wheel became difficult to turn and the vehicle jerked. I had to apply force to the steering wheel. Car was taken to dodge dealer ship I received a call and stated that the alternator and battery needed to be replaced. I replace both things and car still having same isue
In october if 2014, the battery completely failed suddenly without warning, I had to replace it with a new one with more cranking amps! Since that time the car has been hesitantly starting at times and would seem to lose power! The ABS light came on and the cruise control stopped working. Then on december 25,2015 the car began to lose power, the battery saver mode came on and the car completely stalled while driving on the highway at a speed of 45 MPH! The alternator which is a 160amp and same model as those in the recall for the 3.6l engine failed completely! My car is a 5.7 l hemi!
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. While driving 30 MPH, the headlamps and all the warning lights on the instrument cluster illuminated. In addition, the steering wheel became difficult to turn and the vehicle jerked. The contact had to apply force to the steering wheel. The contact independently diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The alternator was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 04/20/16
As I turned off a main street towards a residential area, I got a low battery indicator on my dash and all of a sudden my radio turned off by itself and my car began to make a winding type noise and then my traction indicator and other indicators lit up on my dashboard. The car stalled and began to smoke under the hood. I could not turn the car on, close the windows or open the truck or even get it in a gear that I could push the car, it was completely locked up and posed a real danger especially if I had been on the freeway! I had the car towed and was advised the alternator needed replacement. I noticed other complaints with almost identical issues as what I experienced with my car. I don't understand why my vehicle is not on the recall list but it needs to be. My car barely has 50,000 miles and is only 4 years old.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, all the vehicle warning indicators illuminated and the engine failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.
As I turned to pull in my driveway, all at once the ABS light and stability control light illuminated on my dash, the powersteering quit working, all at the same time the vehicle had begun making a loud high pitched humming noise with smoke coming from under the hood that had a very intense burning, electrical type smell. Then the dash flashed that the car was in battery saver mode, subsequently dying altogether. Upon having towed the car to a dodge dealership, the service department informed me that I needed to a) replace the alternator b) replace the belt and c) replace the battery because the alternator caused it to go bad. The total for all repairs will be $1224. I still don't have the vehicle back, but I've done extensive research online and learned that there is a recall (recall number p60) involving some 2011-2014 model year dodge chargers and their alternators. Seeing as my vehicle is a 2011, and I am having this exact issue, I need to know why my vehicle was not included in the original recall. Having alternator failure when my vehicle is only 4 years old is unacceptable, not to mention, it is incredibly unsafe to lose powersteering, ABS and ESC as the vehicle smolders for hours even after completely dying.
I have a 2011 dodge charger, and I'm having problems with the trunk it just opens for no reason. Also the alternator went out, and they claim my car is not on the recall list but it has the exact alternator as the ones on the recall list. This is ridiculous.
I have a 2011 charger r/t awd and had the battery saver mode come on yesterday, along with a winding noise and electrical burning odor. After this the car would not start no more and the battery drained. Just got a call from dodge it is my altanator gone bad. They have a recall with this issue for other vehicles but not mines and its the same type altanator.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. While driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the alternator failed and need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,436.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the save battery, traction control, and the ABS warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact mentioned that the front headlights became inoperable and the windshield wipers operated independently. The contact also stated that the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000.
My 2011 dodge charger v8 has less than 27k miles and my alternator went out last week. $619.99 later, I did research to find out there is a recall but only on the v6 engine, not the v8. I think dodge needs to include the v8's in this recall as there is no reason my alternator should have gone out this soon!!
Low beam headlight wiring harness, over heated and cause head lights to go out.
I was driving back home from work when my steering wheel locked on the freeway. All these lights came up on the dashboard from traction ABS battery came on. Luckily I could pull over I shut the car off and turned it back on but it did it another 3 times before I got home very unsafe.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. While driving approximately 72 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and seized as the ABS warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was previously taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS failed. The vehicle was repaired, however the failure recurred. In addition, the driver side headlight malfunctioned. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v101000 (exterior lighting), 14v634000 (electrical system), and 15v467000 (air bags, seat belts). The parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 26,000. Updated 11/06/15*lj, updated 3/30/18
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the driver side headlight intermittently failed. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 32,000.
I was on my way home from the dealer from getting the free detail they promised me 3 days after my purchase when all of a sudden the battery saver mode comes on I make it home to grab another shirt for work I get back into the car and the radio cuts off and the air too started to blow hot and the windshield wipers went up and the traction control light comes on followed by ABS light then power steering light comes on the wheel wouldn't work and the brakes went out but I didn't crash I was able to get stopped. The dealer gives me the run around so we talked to the vice president he sent a loner and picked the car up but I haven't heard anything in a week. I need this matter to be solved and I don't think I should have to pay out of pocket I believe it to be a recall. Thanks
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. While the vehicle was parked, the contact engaged the remote start, entered the vehicle, and depressed the start button. The vehicle independently accelerated. The contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle failed to respond. The contact crashed into a wall and a parked vehicle. A police report was filed. The contact sustained minor injuries that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact also received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v467000 (air bags, seat belts) after the crash occurred. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge challenger. The contact stated that the engine stalled without warning and abnormal noises emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number 13v118000(air bags) and a manufacturer service campaign for the engine timing chain and chain guide. However, the problem recurred for the timing chain. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact stated that the failure was directly related to the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system). However, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 34,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was merged over to the side of the road and the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the alternator assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and within two weeks the contact received a second notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system). The contact mentioned that the vehicle was also included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v467000 (air bags) and the part needed was not available for several months. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was unable to provide a reasonable timeframe to complete the two recall repairs. The failure mileage was not available.
The air bag censer comes on all the time , the passenger seat belt censer comes on stating that the passenger seat belt is not on when it is and the dashboard lights flicker all the time.
Alternator and battery
Brought vehicle into dealership due to a "battery saver mode" message in my evic, along with a slight winding noise heard in the engine compartment and a slight electrical burning odor. Dealer was unable to replicate issue and sent me home. Next day, the same message appeared in my evic and a very strong electrical burning odor could be smelt coming through my vents in the passenger compartment. Took vehicle back to dealership and they observed both the message and strong odor. Popped vehicles hood and a very strong electrical burning odor was observed and the outside of the alternator was black and hot. They indicated that there was no recall for the v-8, but there was for the v-6 alternators (the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v634000) and even though my vehicle was manufactured during the affected build dates, there was nothing they could do about it. When I went out to move my vehicle from where I had parked, the ABS, traction control, and emergency brake (was not engaged) lights were on. When vehicle was shifted into drive, windshield wipers turned on and vehicle stalled out. Currently waiting to see if warranty company will cover the alternator.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was not able to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and diagnosis. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
When driving the car it started flashing the ABS brake light and traction control light, then the steering became very hard to do then it went into battery saving mode and the battery light came on. All of this happened without warning while driving. Was told by dodge the alternator went out and that the v8's were not covered under the recall only the v6's even though mine did the same as the ones under recall.
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