2015 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 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
21% of complaints: power train — 27 distinct reports on file.
INJURY21% of complaints: engine — 26 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WAS ON I-75 IN TENNESSEE. I SIDESWIPED A CAR AND MY CAR WENT HEAD FIRST INTO A GUARDRAIL. I WAS DOING ABOUT 70MPH. I HIT MY HEAD HARD ON STEARING WHEEL AND HAVE SUFFERED A HEADACHE AND NECK PAIN SINCE
NHTSA ODI report, 20150609
20% of complaints: electrical system — 25 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE10% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CAR IS A MANUAL TRANSMISSION. MULTIPLE OCCURRENCES- WHEN EMERGENCY BREAK IS SET AND THE ENGINE IS OFF AND IN PARK THE CAR WILL STILL ROLL BY ITSELF. COMPLAINED TO DODGE, DODGE SAYS SOFTWARE ISSUE AND IT WILL NOT HAPPEN AGAIN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180222
8% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 10 distinct reports on file.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured June 30, 2014, to October 8, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the instrument cluster may become inoperative.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a software enhancement, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2014. Owners can contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P74.
Campaign 14V749000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT and Dodge Charger SRT vehicles manufactured September 18, 2014, to February 5, 2015, and equipped with a 6.2L supercharged engine.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the engine fuel rail injector crossover hose, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 15V114000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured March 28, 2015, to April 1, 2015.
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R22.
Campaign 15V282000 — check if this car was fixed
Software security vulnerability
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015...
Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge.
Campaign 15V461000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM...
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018.
Campaign 18V332000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Campaign 18E053000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2015 Dodge Challenger — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (26 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V749000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V114000 (engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V282000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V461000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V332000 (electrical system, vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18E053000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Dodge Challenger reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Dodge Challenger is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Dodge Challenger?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Dodge Challenger have?
6 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.