Is the Dodge Charger Reliable?
2006–2023 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Dodge Charger Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 25 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 3 | 5 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 1 | 11 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 2 | 34 | 8 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 3 | 78 | 13 | — | 72 | Good |
| 2018 | 4 | 84 | — | — | 74 | Good |
| 2017 | 3 | 111 | — | — | 76 | Good |
| 2016 | 5 | 127 | 2 | — | 70 | Good |
| 2015 | 6 | 97 | 1 | — | 70 | Good |
| 2014 | 7 | 278 | 22 | 2 | 39 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Charger Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Charger scores 7 points above the average sports — a strong result.
Known Dodge Charger Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 850 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dodge Charger reliable?+
The Dodge Charger scores 74/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 36 recall campaigns and 850 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Charger is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2021 Charger achieved the highest reliability score of 90/100 with 1 recall and 11 complaints.
How many miles does a Charger last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Dodge Charger owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Charger will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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