The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the front headlamps failed to provide adequate illumination while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the front headlamp bulbs and ballasts; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
2011 Dodge Charger lights problems
158 complaints (23% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 55,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 158
- of this car's complaints
- 23%
- typical mileage
- 55,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Headlights18
At what mileage
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Dodge Charger lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2011 Dodge Charger lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 20, 2010, through November 8, 2011, and equipped with halogen headlamps. In the affected vehicles, a sub-harness for the headlights may overheat and cause the low beam headlights to go out.
- Risk
- Loss of headlights reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlamp jumper harnesses and bulbs, or the headlamp assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2014. Owners may contract Chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number associated with this recall is P08. This recall concerns non-police vehicles. A separate campaign was launched in 2012 to address police vehicles. See the federal safety agency recall 12V‑042.
Recall number 14V101000 · Recall details
What 2011 Dodge Charger owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Both low headlights went out while driving at night. I have changed the bulbs out multiple times and the continue to blow out.
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving, the driver-side headlight failed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the headlight was replaced however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the same independent mechanic but the vehicle had not been diagnosed. The dealer or the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
The low beam left front headlight keeps going out every few months. It burns out and when I replace the bulb the harness looks hot and frayed. I keep loosing visibility while driving at night. Dodge stated I need a new headlamp harness. There are no warning lights present.
The headlights, one or both, arbitrarily go out while driving at night.
Front headlights go out randomly as the vehicle warms up. Appears to be related to the 2011/2012 headlamp recall 12V‑042 but my vehicle is not coming up on the notification list. Loss of headlights decreases ability to see and increases the risk of an accident. No dash messages, no computer messages. Lamps work when initially turned on so vehicle hasn't failed any safety inspections. All obvious checks provide no possible reason for this issue.
My vehicle has the symptoms listed in NHSTA 12V‑042. The dealership would not complete the recall due to my VIN number not being included or my manufacture date not matching the dates. They directed me to email the NHSTA to get this resolved
My car front halogen lights keep going out in motion or sitting still on any type of street. I have to turn them off wait a minute and then turn them back on. We have spent thousand of dollars at the dodge house to get this fixed and they have stated there is not recall in place at this time. We have to run the fog lights at night just to keep from wrecking. They ask on one of the question, when did this happen. Its been happening since we bought the car. The blind spot warning is working every once in a while also.
Passenger side headlight has gone out 4 times in the past 4 months. When changed/fixed, each headlight bulb is burnt and 2 out of the 4 have busted inside the headlight assembly. It is the correct bulb/voltage and certified orem replacement headlight bulbs for the low beam. Each bulb last only 4-6 weeks. No signs of moisture in the headlamp assembly or faulty installation.
The driver's side low beam will come on then go off. After awhile it comes back on for a few seconds then goes out again. The vehicle can be sitting running or going down the road and will do the same thing.
Questions about the 2011 Dodge Charger lights
Does the 2011 Dodge Charger have lights problems?
Owners have filed 158 complaints about the lights of the 2011 Dodge Charger, 23% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2011 Dodge Charger lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 55,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Dodge Charger lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 14V101000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Charger have the most lights problems?
The Dodge Charger model years with the most lights complaints are 2011 (158 complaints), 2012 (52 complaints) and 2006 (21 complaints).
Other 2011 Dodge Charger problems
Electrical 395Engine 87Fuel system 87Brakes 53Airbags 52Driver assistance 47Steering 39Transmission 21Acceleration 14Body 12Suspension 8Tires 8Visibility 8Seat belts 6Wheels 5Locks 3Seats 1
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