2013 Dodge Challenger
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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
- 179
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2013
Opened by NHTSA
58% of complaints
Complaints per year
2013: 179 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 133 |
| 2010 | 299 |
| 2011 | 193 |
| 2012 | 253 |
| 2013 | 179 |
| 2014 | 148 |
| 2015 | 126 |
| 2016 | 78 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 75 |
| 2019 | 59 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 42 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
58% · 104 reportsMost commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and horn.
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On Saturday 1:20am 11/15/25 DRIVING 27 MILES FROM DISTANCE VEHICLE STARTED TO MALFUNCTION ELECTRICALLY WITH INTERNAL LIGHTS QUICKLY POWER OUTAGES ON AND OFF INTERIOR LIGHTIN. dim headlights, or issues with electrical components.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-11-17
The vehicle is available for inspection. The issue caused a fire under my carport and within 30 feet of a neighbor's house. The car is immobile and still at the location of the incident, it has not been reproduced or inspected.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-26
The vehicle suddenly started smoking, immediately followed by fire while I was stopped at a red light in the middle of town. My 2013 Dodge Challenger only had 20,000 miles on it, and all service was done as recommended by Dodge, at a certified shop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-12
Also filed under Structure
Engine
15% · 27 reportsAir bags
11% · 19 reportsMost commonly citing frontal.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact was driving approximately 10 MPH, shifted into sport mode and engaged the power shifter switch when the vehicle suddenly accelerated to approximately 40 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-12
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Power train
9% · 16 reportsSteering
8% · 15 reportsSafety timeline
5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2013Complaint volume 179 complaints filed for this model year.
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2013-03-22Electrical system13V103000 Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery positive cable at the…
Remedy: Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact their dealers. Chrysler Group further advises affected owners not to…
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2015-02-27Electrical system14V634000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine...
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.
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2018-02-12Electrical system17V435000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018.
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2018-02-28Air bags18V021000 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.
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2019-02-04Air bags19V018000 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.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Dodge Challenger — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 104 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 27 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 19 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V103000 · Electrical system
- Recall 14V634000 · Electrical system
- Recall 17V435000 · Electrical system
- Recall 18V021000 · Air bags
- Recall 19V018000 · Air bags
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- Is the 2013 Dodge Challenger reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Dodge Challenger is rated "worse than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Dodge Challenger?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Dodge Challenger have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.