2011 Dodge Charger engine problems

Filed Jul 17, 2026 · Airbags, Engine · VA

There has been numerous issues that affected my safety while driving and had to make costly repairs and replacements while on going. Alternator and serpentine belt broke out and all my coolant leaked out. had to stop in the middle of the street several Times by force having the abs, check engine light turn on having to turn the car off. Transmission shifter was so faulty I couldn’t pull out of park needing to replace it. Air leaks in the engine, electrical surges effecting headlights low beams I can’t see anything at night, dashboard and radio. The windows are has so much glare from sun light to other cars at night I almost cannot see ahead of me almost blinding me. The car constantly over heated. I’ve changed the battery, exhaust pipes, put breaks on it, ignition coils upper and lower intakes manifold but still proceeds to present me with a check engine light needing to unplug my battery to recent the car which turns off my eco system. Gas consumption is little to much at times The air bags light in the dashboard usually turn on constantly when adjusting the driver and passenger seat.

Filed Feb 17, 2023 · Engine · 90,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the engine seized. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who replaced the engine. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the federal safety agency hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Filed Feb 16, 2023 · Engine · PA

Tensioner guide for timing

Filed Jul 17, 2021 · Engine · GA

The radiator fan blade broke off and hit the alternator creating a hole in it. The alternator lost all fluid and the car overheated. This happened on 2 different occasions before it became obvious that the radiator fan was the culprit and not the radiator itself. This is a safety issue because no dash lights were illuminated and the car could have severely overheated on the highway if it wasn't noticed. Mechanic inspected it and saw the fan blade caught in the hood.

Filed Dec 17, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 129,497 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the traction control and power steering assist warning lights illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The contact was able avoid a crash. The contact was able to move the vehicle into service station and was able to drive the vehicle home. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to jim snatcher motors (511 calhoun street, johnson, sc, 29832, (803) 275-2576) where the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v435000 (electrical system) however, the repair failed to fix the failure. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the alternator failed to provide the needed amps. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,497.

Filed Jul 27, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 123,584 miles · AR

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. The contact stated the vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v435000 (electrical system) however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle independently decelerated to 30-35 MPH. The contact stated that the vehicle resumed normal operations independently. The contact stated check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to steve landers chrysler dodge jeep ram located at 401 colonel glenn plaza loop, little rock, ar 72210, where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 123,584.

Filed May 4, 2020 · Engine · 60,000 miles · CA

My vehicle leaks oil and they told me its the oil filter housing

Filed Jul 25, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 170,000 miles · FL

The car gave an error message 'vehicle not in par'. Could not turn engine off. Eventually car began to overheat and caused blown head gaskets. Have to get an entire new engine and replace shifter and push to start system.

Filed Jul 23, 2019 · Engine · NY

The car seems to continue overheating no matter what after numerous deliveries to the dealership, I was assured the car would no longer overheat but it continues to do so.

Filed May 8, 2019 · Engine · 100,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled and the vehicle was towed to the contact's home. An independent mechanic examined the vehicle and diagnosed that the engine head gasket failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.