MYRModel Year Report

2020 Dodge Challenger

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2020 Dodge Challenger
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:34:35.633Z

Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Challenger Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2020 highlighted. 1981: 1 complaints 1981 2008: 10 complaints 2009: 133 complaints 2010: 299 complaints 2010 2011: 193 complaints 2012: 253 complaints 2013: 179 complaints 2013 2014: 148 complaints 2015: 126 complaints 2016: 78 complaints 2016 2017: 49 complaints 2018: 75 complaints 2019: 59 complaints 2019 2020: 20 complaints 2020 2021: 19 complaints 2022: 9 complaints 2022 2023: 41 complaints 2023
2020: 20 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19811
200810
2009133
2010299
2011193
2012253
2013179
2014148
2015126
201678
201749
201875
201959
202020
202119
20229
202341

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

7 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE OPERATIONAL, IN SECOND THE VEHICLE BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES WITH NO WARNINGS.*DT*DT*JB*DT*JB*DT*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20201215

Also filed under ENGINE and FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Trunk is opening automatically while driving

NHTSA ODI report, 20231117

While driving the air conditioning control’s stopped working. It required restarting the vehicle, to get it to work again . The air also started blowing out the defrost vents without being changed to blow through them.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230911

ENGINE

4 of 20 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes.

POWER TRAIN

3 of 20 total reports mention: power train.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 of 20 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20210831 — visibility

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 21V516000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2020 Dodge Challenger — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 21V516000 (visibility) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2023 ▲ 2017 ▲ 2019

WORST YEARS

■ 2010 ■ 2012 ◆ 2011

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FAQ

Is the 2020 Dodge Challenger reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Dodge Challenger?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Dodge Challenger have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.