2001 Dodge Charger
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1,294 |
| 2007 | 554 |
| 2008 | 609 |
| 2009 | 174 |
| 2010 | 232 |
| 2011 | 695 |
| 2012 | 648 |
| 2013 | 359 |
| 2014 | 343 |
| 2015 | 136 |
| 2016 | 182 |
| 2017 | 128 |
| 2018 | 122 |
| 2019 | 120 |
| 2020 | 58 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 19 |
| 2026 | 5 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing door.
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Stopped at grocery store, (Stationary), opened drivers door and would not shut, door latch (Actuator) broke and will not let you shift or lock door for safety....Dodge dealer expects you to drive this unsafe vehicle to them to see what is wrong with...
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-10-05
Also filed under Latches/locks/linkages
Latches/locks/linkages
1 of 3 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages.
Exterior lighting
1 of 3 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
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Tl* the contact owns 2001 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the passenger's side headlight failed. While replacing the bulb, the contact noticed that the wiring harness was melted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-13
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2001 Dodge Charger — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2001 Dodge Charger 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 2001 Dodge Charger?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2001 Dodge Charger have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.