MULTI-YEAR DEFECT AUDIT (2014–2025)12 Model Years Audited
Dodge Charger Common Problems & Year-by-Year Reliability Guide
Comprehensive historical defect intelligence across 1,159 total NHTSA owner complaints and 49 federal recall campaigns for the Dodge Charger.
Best Charger Years to Buy (Highest Reliability)
Years with Highest Defect Reports (Inspect Closely)
Year-over-Year Matrix
All Charger Model Years (2014–2025)
| Model Year | Reliability Index | NHTSA Complaints | Recalls | Safety Severity | Detailed Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Charger | 9.5 / 10 | 00 | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2025 |
| 2024 Charger | 9.5 / 10 | 1(0.1/10k) | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2024 |
| 2023 Charger | 7 / 10 | 26(3.5/10k) | 2 | Critical Risk | Audit 2023 |
| 2022 Charger | 5.8 / 10 | 13(1.7/10k) | 3 | Critical Risk | Audit 2022 |
| 2021 Charger | 7.7 / 10 | 32(4.3/10k) | 2 | Elevated Risk | Audit 2021 |
| 2020 Charger | 5.1 / 10 | 57(7.6/10k) | 3 | Critical Risk | Audit 2020 |
| 2019 Charger | 4.8 / 10 | 120(16/10k) | 5 | Critical Risk | Audit 2019 |
| 2018 Charger | 5 / 10 | 122(16.3/10k) | 6 | Critical Risk | Audit 2018 |
| 2017 Charger | 5 / 10 | 128(17.1/10k) | 4 | Critical Risk | Audit 2017 |
| 2016 Charger | 4.8 / 10 | 182(24.3/10k) | 6 | Critical Risk | Audit 2016 |
| 2015 Charger | 5 / 10 | 135(18/10k) | 8 | Critical Risk | Audit 2015 |
| 2014 Charger | 2.4 / 10 | 343(45.7/10k) | 10 | Critical Risk | Audit 2014 |