2011 Dodge Charger: engine stalls while driving

Filed May 13, 2026 · Electrical · NE

Manufacturer failed to provide an adequate remedy for Safety Recall 17V‑435 (T36). On 09/12/2018, the dealer "inspected" the 180-AMP alternator (Part 4801833AB) and cleared it as safe. On 09/25/2019, this exact component suffered a total fatigue failure, causing a "no-start" condition and electrical collapse. Safety Risk: This vehicle is equipped with Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering (EHPS). The alternator failure poses a risk of sudden loss of power steering assist and engine stall, which are the primary safety hazards identified in 17V‑435. Regulatory Issue: FCA (Stellantis) has denied reimbursement for the repair by incorrectly citing "Basic Warranty Expiration," which is a violation of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Safety recalls do not expire). Furthermore, FCA claims the part is "not covered," despite the dealer invoice identifying it as the 180-AMP unit central to the T36 recall. I am requesting an ODI review of the adequacy of the "inspection-only" remedy for this VIN.

Filed Jul 22, 2023 · Electrical, Steering · OH

Car stalled and was hot and battery light turned on.

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 22, 2020 · Brakes, Driver assistance · PA

While driving on majors highway or roads car just stalls completely this has happened numerous times almost

Filed Sep 17, 2019 · Electrical, Transmission · 60,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. While driving approximately 65-70 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding noise and the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to dave sinclair chrysler dodge jeep ram (2326 w osage st, pacific, mo 63069, (636) 257-4055) where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module (TCM) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure or retrieve a fault code. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

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.

Filed Apr 2, 2019 · Engine · 54,000 miles · WA · crash · 1 injury

I gave the car fuel throttle and it stalled then died on the freeway. After being struck by another car from behind, the car started fine and still runs perfect. No check engine light. My research suggest the PCM on these cars are faulty.

Filed Feb 26, 2018 · Electrical, Lights · 150,000 miles · OH

Several times, the car has stalled while driving. I have had to come to a complete stop, restart the engine and it has gone away. In the last 18 months I have noticed on random occasions, when doing a left turn, it feels like the power steering is no longer working, and this only happens on left turns. Finally, I have some strange electrical issues happening, sometimes my left low beam will work, other days it won't. Now the sound to the speakers have stopped, and then today, I left to go to work, my car won't start, all I have is an illuminated etc light and nothing. I have tried getting dodge to look at it repeatedly, it is clearly a wiring electrical fault, they keep telling me nothing is under real, and I keep putting money after money into the car, and I think its going to get me hurt one day.

Filed Feb 14, 2018 · Electrical · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v435000 (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. Kernersville chrysler dodge jeep ram in kernersville, north carolina was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled due to a faulty alternator, which was replaced. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Feb 13, 2018 · Electrical · 48,000 miles · NY · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v435000 (electrical system); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called northtown chrysler dodge jeep ram at (716) 616-3299 (located at 2020 niagara falls blvd, tonawanda, ny 14150) and was informed that he could purchase a used alternator until the parts become available. The contact agreed and the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired. However, while driving, a warning indicator illuminated indicating that the vehicle was losing power. All of a sudden, the contact smelled a burning odor and the vehicle stalled and lost power. The contact called northtown chrysler dodge jeep ram and was informed that a second notice would be sent when the parts were to become available, and the contact could seek reimbursement. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Sep 18, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 95,500 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. While driving 35 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The contact restarted the vehicle and noticed that the battery warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact drove home and the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (evans arena chrysler dodge jeep ram, 924 shiloh springs rd, dayton, oh 45415) where it was confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy until march of 2018. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v435000 (electrical system); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted at 800‑992‑1997 and confirmed that the parts were to become available only in march of 2018. The approximate failure mileage was 95,500. Vin tool confirms parts not available. ...updated 10/19/17 *bf consumer stated on 8/27/17 she was driving on the road and car just stopped running. Updated 7/18/18

Filed Aug 7, 2017 · Brakes, Engine · 70,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 dodge charger. While driving 45 MPH, the ABS, traction control, and service awd indicators illuminated without warning in the middle of an intersection. Also, the transmission slipped, which caused the vehicle to stall. Also, while the vehicle was stationary, the emergency brake indicator illuminated and the transmission slipped. The contact stated that the ABS indicator disengaged and the vehicle was able to be driven away at lower speeds of 20-25 MPH. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 70,000.