2015 Dodge Charger

▲ Better than typical
2015 Dodge Charger
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:45:50.580Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
136
Recalls
8

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

24% of complaints

Complaints per year

1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 0 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 1,294 complaints 2007: 554 complaints 2008: 609 complaints 2008 2009: 174 complaints 2010: 232 complaints 2011: 695 complaints 2012: 648 complaints 2013: 359 complaints 2014: 343 complaints 2015: 136 complaints 2015 136 2016: 182 complaints 2017: 128 complaints 2018: 122 complaints 2019: 120 complaints 2020: 58 complaints 2020 2021: 34 complaints 2022: 16 complaints 2023: 26 complaints 2024: 9 complaints 2024 2025: 19 complaints 2026: 5 complaints 2027: 0 complaints
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 1,294 complaints 2006 2007: 554 complaints 2008: 609 complaints 2008 2009: 174 complaints 2010: 232 complaints 2010 2011: 695 complaints 2012: 648 complaints 2012 2013: 359 complaints 2014: 343 complaints 2015: 136 complaints 2015 136 2016: 182 complaints 2017: 128 complaints 2018: 122 complaints 2018 2019: 120 complaints 2020: 58 complaints 2020 2021: 34 complaints 2022: 16 complaints 2022 2023: 26 complaints 2024: 9 complaints 2024 2025: 19 complaints 2026: 5 complaints 2026 2027: 0 complaints
1984: 1 complaint 1984 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2005: 0 complaints 2006: 1,294 complaints 2006 2007: 554 complaints 2008: 609 complaints 2008 2009: 174 complaints 2010: 232 complaints 2010 2011: 695 complaints 2012: 648 complaints 2012 2013: 359 complaints 2014: 343 complaints 2015: 136 complaints 2015 136 2016: 182 complaints 2017: 128 complaints 2018: 122 complaints 2018 2019: 120 complaints 2020: 58 complaints 2020 2021: 34 complaints 2022: 16 complaints 2022 2023: 26 complaints 2024: 9 complaints 2024 2025: 19 complaints 2026: 5 complaints 2026 2027: 0 complaints

2015: 136 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19830
19841
19852
19860
19870
20013
20050
20061,294
2007554
2008609
2009174
2010232
2011695
2012648
2013359
2014343
2015136
2016182
2017128
2018122
2019120
202058
202134
202216
202326
20249
202519
20265
20270

Known problem areas

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

Power train

24% · 32 reports

Most commonly citing driveline and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

CRASH

Engine

18% · 24 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Cylinder head

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-08

There is a manufacturing defect in the car, after it has driven 120,000 kilometers or 200,000 kilometers, it causes problems in the engine’s cooling systems, which causes the car’s temperature to rise.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-23

Electrical system

17% · 23 reports

Most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and speedometer/odometer.

FIRE

Service brakes

11% · 15 reports
CRASH

Steering

10% · 13 reports
CRASH

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2015-04-23Engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline15V114000 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.

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    2015-07-24Recall queryClosed 2016-01-05 Software security vulnerability
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    2015-08-25Equipment15V461000 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.

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    2016-03-21Structure16V043000 FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will provide owners with wheel chocks and instructions for their use, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

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    2017-04-07Power train17V097000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD).

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.

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    2018-06-04Electrical system, vehicle speed control18V332000 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.

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    2018-06-27Power train18V281000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.

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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

2015 Dodge Charger — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 32 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 24 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 23 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V114000 · Engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 15V461000 · Equipment
  • Recall 16V043000 · Structure
  • Recall 17V097000 · Power train
  • Recall 18V332000 · Electrical system, vehicle speed control
  • Recall 18V281000 · Power train
  • Recall 18E053000 · Power train
  • Recall 19V018000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2015 Dodge Charger reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Dodge Charger is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Dodge Charger?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Dodge Charger have?
8 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.