2010 Dodge Challenger
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 132 |
| 2010 | 298 |
| 2011 | 191 |
| 2012 | 253 |
| 2013 | 179 |
| 2014 | 146 |
| 2015 | 126 |
| 2016 | 78 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 74 |
| 2019 | 58 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 40 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
25% of complaints: engine — 75 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
I experienced a catastrophic timing chain failure despite prior recall work being performed by Dodge that supposedly resolved their known timing chain issues with the 5.7L hemi with automatic transmission.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240402
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. Additionally, the low engine oil warning light was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231222
25% of complaints: air bags — 75 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY TURNED IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AND CAUSED A COLLISION. THE CONTACT'S AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180521
MY CAR WAS STANDING STILL WAITING FOR ONCOMING TRAFFIC TO CLEAR SO I COULD TURN LEFT. I WAS HIT HARD FROM BEHIND, SENDING ME INTO THE OPPOSITE LANE WHERE I WAS HIT HEAD ON BY ANOTHER CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120605
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED OR REPAIRED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20101029
22% of complaints: electrical system — 65 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
PULLED MY CAR OUT OF THE GARAGE, STARTED WASHING HER. THE WIRE ABOVE THE DRIVERS VISOR SHORTED AND CAUGHT THE INTERIOR ON FIRE. THANK GOD I DID NOT HOP ON THE ROAD BUT WAS WASHING THE CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180923
FOUR PASSENGER DRIVING OVER RR CROSSING WHEN THE CAR COMPLETELY SHUT OFF! TRIED TO CRANK IT SEVERAL TIMES WOULDN'T START.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110411
Was driving normally going 65 mph on the highway when white smoke was emitting from inside the steering wheel. Between the dashboard and steering wheel. Engine was fine and no warning lights came on. Everything ran great except for the white smoke.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240611
11% of complaints: steering — 33 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: power train — 32 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SECOND GEAR SHIFT WOULD POP OUT OF GEAR, CAUSING SUDDEN ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO STORAGE UNIT AS A RESULT OF THE FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110920
SAFETY TIMELINE
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR WHEEL DRIVE. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITHOUT A FRONT WHEEL SPINDLE NUT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY AND IF FOUND WITHOUT A SPINDLE NUT IT WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 2, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-835
Campaign 09V420000 — check if this car was fixed
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER 300, DODGE CHALLENGER, CHARGER, JEEP COMMANDER, GRAND CHEROKEE AND DODGE RAM VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A WIRELESS IGNITI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WIN MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 23, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 10V200000 — check if this car was fixed
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING, 300, CHARGER (LX) AND DODGE CHALLENGER (LC), AVENGER (JS), AND JOURNEY (JC), AS WELL AS MODEL YEAR 2011 DODGE RAM LIGHT DUTY PICKUP (DS)
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE AS NECESSARY THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 10V475000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured September 19, 2007, to October 29, 2010.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2015.
Campaign 15V444000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company.
Campaign 16V352000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia,...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018.
Campaign 18V021000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019.
Campaign 19V018000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Dodge Challenger — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (75 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (75 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (65 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 09V420000 (wheels) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V200000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V475000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V444000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V352000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V021000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V018000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Dodge Challenger reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Dodge Challenger is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Dodge Challenger?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Dodge Challenger have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.