2014 Dodge Challenger
This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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
- 148
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2014
Opened by NHTSA
41% of complaints
Complaints per year
2014: 148 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
41% · 61 reportsMost commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.
Show complaint excerpts
On August 7, 2025, at approximately 11:30 PM, my 2014 Dodge Challenger caught fire in the trunk area where the battery is located.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-09
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) I have two children and the vehicle has left me stranded about a dozen times because it will not even start. Upon research, this faulty part can also cause the vehicle to just stall at highway speeds.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-27
Engine
24% · 36 reportsSteering
14% · 20 reportsMost commonly citing power steering fluid.
Air bags
12% · 18 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge Challenger. While at a stop, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-21
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds, the contact swerved to avoid another vehicle and crashed into a gate. Upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-18
Fuel/propulsion system
9% · 14 reportsSafety timeline
5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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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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2017-12-15Electrical system17V741000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T75.
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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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2018-07-26Power train18E053000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
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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
2014 Dodge Challenger — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 61 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 36 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 20 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V634000 · Electrical system
- Recall 17V741000 · Electrical system
- Recall 17V435000 · Electrical system
- Recall 18E053000 · Power train
- Recall 19V018000 · Air bags
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- Is the 2014 Dodge Challenger reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Dodge Challenger is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Dodge Challenger?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 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.