2012 Dodge Charger: check engine light

Filed Jul 3, 2024 · Engine · 170,000 miles · PA

The contact's husband owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle shuddered, lost motive power, and failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a handheld diagnostic machine retrieved DTC: P0016 (Cam and Crank shafts signals error). The vehicle was taken to the residence where the cam shaft and oil sensors were replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000.

Filed Jun 4, 2024 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

I purchased a 2012 Dodge Charger shortly after tha it just stopped working. It was perfectly fine and then it just wouldn't start. It only turned on to accessory mode. The lights ,radio,ac, ect. turned on but the vehicle did no. The brake pedal was very hard couldn't be pushed down. On the dashboard a red lightning bolt symbol with two parentheses appeared. I got it towed the dealership send the problem was the battery and the key fob. I picked it up it was fine and then a few days later while driving on the highway it suddenly started to lose power and completely stopped. same red lightning bolt symbol appeared.I barely made it to the side of the road. I had my son with me. It was a very scary situation our lives were in danger as well as the other drivers behind me because of the sudden decrease in speed. I had to get it towed for the second time. The dealership said that they changed the fuel pump. It was fine after that then couple weeks later I noticed the check engine light come on for about half a day then turn off. 2 Days later I went to turn it on and it did not start, same red lightning bolt symbol appeared again. I got it towed to the manufacture dealership for a recall and they did diagnostic and are telling me that it is the starter switch. They didn't mention anything about the red lightning bolt and it still doesn't turn on

Filed Sep 28, 2021 · Engine · 147,957 miles · SC

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, she saw steam exiting the hood. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to her residence. The contact stated she continued to see steam exiting from the engine. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the engine was misfiring and the ignition wire for cylinder #2 to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 147,957.

Filed Jan 13, 2021 · Engine · 170,000 miles · IA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning illuminated. There was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The contact attempted to turn the vehicle off and back on which failed to resume back to normal. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The mechanic determined that a cylinder misfired and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. Roseville chrysler jeep dodge ram (2805 long lake rd, roseville, mn 55113, (651) 964-6390) was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the warranty was expired. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

Filed Apr 22, 2020 · Engine · 135,113 miles · IL

While driving my 2012 dodge charger, the check engine light came on. I took it to a mechanic. The mechanic immediately diagnosed the problem as a tune up was needed. So I paid money for that. After getting the car back home, I drove it around the corner to the gas station and the check engine light came on again. I took it then for further diagnosing, went back to my mechanic, only to find out the lifter on the cam shaft is bad. According to my mechanic, and 3 other certified mechanics, and from doing all my research, this problem is extremely common with this particular engine. I am usually alone with a small child to transport around town. This problem needs to be recalled immediately! I want to remain a faithful customer to dodge, but I'm sure they are aware of this very common problem. If they don't recall this, I will not ever purchase another dodge vehicle again. To date, I have owned 4 of them.

Filed Apr 16, 2020 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 144,000 miles · GA

On april of 2018, my car check engine light came on . I noticed my car barely taking off as I incline a hill or make a sudden stop. After observing how my car was driving suddenly slow, I then took it to landmark dodge in morrow,ga.for a diagnostic. The code given was p06dd(dealers code). I had to gather up 2500.00 to get (valve body work) done. The check engine light stayed off until october 2019 where I took my car to auto zone for a free diagnostic, but to my surprise it gave the same code. I work back and forth out of town so therefore I didn't make it back in time to get it reinspected again for that code. Recently on april 1st.my car stalled and all lights on the dashboard came on including windshield wipers. I do noticed further ahead a week later that when ever I run over a pot hole or bump in the road it does it more often. As of now, the check engine light is still on and my car electrical system still is failing. I've owned my car for 7 1/2 years now and do plan on keeping it around for at least 10 more years. The car runs great and is good on gas. Thanks

Filed Apr 6, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 106,152 miles · MD

I have an engine light took it to the mechanic, the oil sensor was changed 2 times, the check engine light was deleted twice and still come back on, as result I cant use the remote started and even the dealer don't know what to do. Am I the only one with this issue>?

Filed Nov 15, 2019 · Engine · 93,000 miles · FL

I was driving my 2012 dodge charger when my engine light came on, a few minutes after the engine light started flashing and running rough. I took the car to auto zone for diagnostic which stated that po303 misfired 3 times. Took it to a mechanic which changed out my spark plug and coil which went away for a few minutes but engine light returned and flashed with same reaction. I returned back to the mechanic which had to dig deeper of what was causing the spark plug and coil to misfire and found it was the lifter. It is my understanding that there are many dodge chargers with this same problem and do not feel that we should have to pay for chrysler/dodge error/problem and I am pleading that this becomes a recall for chrysler to own up to their responsibility as they know that it is an issue as they are making sure their newer chargers don't have this problem.

Filed Jul 17, 2019 · Transmission · 75,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge charger. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle decelerated, jerked forward, and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the torque converter "stuck off" (code number: p0741). The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided the contact with a case number. The manufacturer stated that the contact would be provided a rental vehicle and assistance towards the repair cost. The vehicle was taken back to where it was purchased (yucca valley chrysler center (760‑228‑1818, located at 57909 29 palms hwy, yucca valley, ca 92284). The dealer kept the vehicle for evaluation. The contact was not called back. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

Filed Jun 24, 2019 · Transmission · 78,702 miles · CA

At about 75,000 miles, the vehicle would lose power while I was drivng then surge and lunge forward. At that point my check engine light came on. Scared the daylights out of me. It happened when I was on the 10 freeway coming home. I have taken the vehicle to two mechanics. The torque converter is stuck closed. I was told by both mechanics that I need a new transmission? It's the torque converter. It is a hazard for the car to surge and lunge; can cause a serious accident! How can I need a new transmission when it started @ 72,000 miles. Bad parts. Please review this problem. I need help!!!!! Please consider and review. I cant afford a new transmission.!!! It just doesnt seem logical. (xxxxx) parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 15, 2019 · Transmission · 95,000 miles · TN

Sealed transmission makes it very difficult to adjust fluid levels that can keep transmission from freezing and locking up. Currently my vehicle has a horrible burning smell coming from the transmission and shifting is becoming irradic with can cause traffic issues. It occurs mostly in town driving after stopping for extended periods of time (street lights). Recently the check engine light came on with the p0208 code.

Filed Nov 30, 2018 · 93,000 miles · AL

It was in drive and when I open the door it refuse to get into gear and went back into park and then when I tried to put it in gear or reverse it wouldn't do either and the service shifter light and engine light both came on and I had to let it sit for about 15 or 20 minutes before it would get into a gear for me to drive it....and this was after the safety recall for the gear shifter so I feel that still have something to do with my gear shifter that they did the recall on...it didnt start happening until that safety shift went into park when I open my door and it wouldnt go into another gear after that....