Is the 2009 Dodge Charger reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Dodge Charger is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Dodge Charger?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Dodge Charger have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2009 Dodge Charger

● Typical for this model

2009 Dodge Charger
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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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 174
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 2
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2009: 174 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

26% · 46 reports

Most commonly citing fuel gauge and ignition.

FIRE

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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Dodge Charger. The contact was driving at 35 MPH, when all of the warning lights illuminated then stopped. The vehicle stalled but the contact was able to pull over on the side of the road.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-05-12

Also filed under Engine

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under a recall and the driverâs side air bag was replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-05

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle had shut off unexpectedly. The vehicle was restarted and operated normally, but the failure persisted.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-05

Air bags

26% · 45 reports

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact's son owns a 2009 Dodge Charger. While driving approximately 30 MPH in the rain, the contact's son crashed into a fallen tree in the road. The front end of the vehicle was severely damaged. The air bags deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-11-25

I was taking a left hand turn at aprox 15 MPH an oncoming car changed lanes from a turn only lane and sped up through the intersection ( Police estimated her speed at 35-45 MPH ) she t boned into my passenger side. My car is being totaled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-05

Also filed under Structure and suspension

ORC passenger seat deployment squib 1 reads a open circuit 1. Has been like this since the last airbag recall in 2019. Was supposed to had been fixed then and dealer was never able to fix the issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-04

Engine

18% · 32 reports

CRASHFIREINJURY

Tires

11% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems and valve.

INJURY

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Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Dodge Charger with goodyear integrity tires. While driving at 69 MPH, the front passenger tire became separated from the rim. The driver sustained minor injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-03-29

Steering

10% · 18 reports

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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2008-09-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-11-10 Prndl misalignment
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2008-11-10Power train08V583000 Chrysler is recalling 20,283 my 2006-2009 Charger and Magnum vehicles built with the police package and equipped with a column shifter. The gearshift cable may become disengaged from the steering…

Remedy: Dealers will add a redundant locking mechanism to the gearshift cable at the mounting bracket to ensure proper retention and shift linkage function. The recall began on November 10, 2008. Owners…

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2009-02-09Tires08V642000 Chrysler is recalling 175 my 2009 Dodge Charger, challenger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The tire pressure monitor (Tpm) sensors may not transmit the actual tire pressure. This could result in the…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the tpm sensors. The recall is expected to begin on February 9, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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2009-11-09Wheels09V420000 Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2010 passenger vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive. These vehicles may have been built without a front wheel spindle nut.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tire and wheel assembly and if found without a spindle nut it will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at…

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2015-06-08Air bags15V313000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and...

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners.

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2017-03-27Air bags16V352000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company.

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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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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2009 Dodge Charger — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 46 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 45 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 32 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 08V583000 · Power train
Recall 08V642000 · Tires
Recall 09V420000 · Wheels
Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
Recall 16V352000 · Air bags
Recall 18V021000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2009 Dodge Charger reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2009 Dodge Charger is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Dodge Charger?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Dodge Charger have?: 6 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.

2009 Dodge Charger

Complaints per year

Known problem areas

Electrical system

Air bags

Engine

Tires

Steering

Safety timeline

Buy-smart checklist

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