Dodge is a USA carmaker founded in 1900, now part of Stellantis. The cars themselves are another matter: across 91 VIN prefixes on record they came off lines in 4 countries — the United States 56.7%, Canada 30.4%, Mexico 12.2%. 43 models are tracked here (1981–2026). Reliable? yes, on balance — 3.9 out of 5 across 43 rated models, though the spread between model years is far wider than the badge suggests (every model ranked →).
Who makes Dodge
Dodge is an American automobile brand owned by Stellantis, headquartered alongside its parent in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Founded by brothers John and Horace Dodge as a precision parts supplier to Ford in 1900, Dodge Brothers Motor Company built complete vehicles starting in 1914. After the deaths of both Dodge brothers in 1920, the company was acquired by Chrysler in 1928. Dodge has been the muscle-car arm of its parent since the 1966 Charger and 1968 Challenger, and the brand currently produces some of the most powerful production vehicles ever sold. The Challenger SRT Demon 170 (2023) achieved 1,025 horsepower from a 6.2-liter supercharged Hemi V8 — the highest output of any production car at its launch — and the Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye matched that mission for sedans. The 2024 Charger Daytona EV launched as Dodge's first battery-electric muscle car. Dodge's parent Stellantis trades on the NYSE under STLA. Recall data for every Dodge VIN is reported to NHTSA. EPA fuel-economy ratings, IIHS scores and J.D. Power studies provide independent benchmarks. ForCar.org decodes any Dodge VIN to surface trim, factory options, open recalls and original window-sticker MSRP.
John and Horace Dodge founded Dodge Brothers Company in 1900 in Detroit and supplied transmissions and engines to Olds Motor Vehicle Company and then Ford Motor Company. Both brothers died in 1920 — John from influenza in January, Horace from cirrhosis in December. The widows sold the company in 1925 to Dillon, Read & Co., which sold it to Walter Chrysler in 1928. The 1966 Charger and 1968 Challenger established Dodge as a muscle-car brand.
| Dodge | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1900 |
| Founded by | Horace Dodge, John Dodge |
| Headquarters | Auburn Hills, USA |
| Owned by | Stellantis |
| Listed as | STLA |
| Slogan | «Domestic. Not Domesticated.» |
| Models tracked here | 37 (1981–2026) |
| Assembled in | 4 countries |
Technology it is known for: Hemi V8 engines, SRT performance tuning, Hellcat supercharged 6.2L V8, Demon 170 (1,025 hp), Charger Daytona EV with eRupt simulated shifts.
This page covers Dodge, the Stellantis brand — not the dodge maneuver, Dodge City, Kansas, or any unrelated Dodge surnames.
Where Dodge cars are actually built
A badge says where a company is registered, not where its cars were bolted together. The first three characters of any VIN — the world manufacturer identifier — say the second thing, and that is what we counted: 70,042 vehicles on record, 91 distinct manufacturer codes.
| Assembled in | Share | VIN starts with | Years seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| the United States | 1B3, 1B4, 1B7, 1D4 | 1981–2026 | |
| Canada | 2B3, 2B4, 2C4, 2C3 | 1984–2026 | |
| Mexico | 3B7, 3C4, 3D4, 3B3 | 1984–2020 | |
| Japan | JB3, JP3, JB7, JB4 | 1982–2005 |
Read your own: the first character is the region, the first three together identify the plant's manufacturer. A Dodge beginning 1B3 was assembled in the United States.
All Dodge models 43
Every Dodge model we track, grouped by body type. Click any model for its VIN decoder, recalls, MPG, safety and ForCar Reliability Score — broken down by year.
Dodge SUVs & crossovers 6
| Model | Years | Recalls | Complaints | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Durango | 1995–2026 | 160 | 14,034 | 21 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Journey | 2009–2023 | 53 | 5,520 | 22 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Hornet | 2023–2026 | 15 | 50 | 29 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Magnum | 2005–2008 | 22 | 1,162 | 21 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Caliber | 2006–2012 | 12 | 1,939 | 27 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Nitro | 2007–2012 | 18 | 1,456 | 19 mpg | 4.0/5 |
Dodge Cars & sedans 20
| Model | Years | Recalls | Complaints | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Charger | 1983–2026 | 133 | 5,778 | 98 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Challenger | 1981–2026 | 77 | 1,691 | 23 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Dodge Dart | 2013–2016 | 16 | 2,312 | 32 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Dodge Avenger | 1995–2014 | 55 | 3,271 | 24 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Neon | 1994–2005 | 76 | 3,949 | 29 mpg | 3.0/5 |
| Dodge Daytona | 1984–1993 | 25 | 172 | 26 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Stealth | 1991–1996 | 12 | 262 | 19 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Stratus | 1995–2006 | 94 | 3,006 | 27 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Intrepid | 1993–2004 | 48 | 6,803 | 22 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge ARIES | 1981–1989 | 22 | 60 | 26 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Monaco | 1981–1992 | 16 | 70 | 19 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge OMNI | 1981–1990 | 23 | 42 | 30 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Spirit | 1989–1995 | 11 | 573 | 25 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge DIPLOMAT | 1981–1989 | 10 | 7 | 18 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Shadow | 1987–1994 | 22 | 571 | 26 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Colt | 1981–1995 | 18 | 323 | 34 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Dynasty | 1981–1993 | 15 | 590 | 22 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge 600 | 1981–1988 | 19 | 22 | 25 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge LANCER | 1981–1989 | 14 | 29 | 26 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Conquest | 1981–1988 | 1 | — | 19 mpg | 4.5/5 |
Dodge Trucks 4
| Model | Years | Recalls | Complaints | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Ram | 1994–2012 | 188 | 10,629 | 17 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Dakota | 1987–2012 | 152 | 7,097 | 22 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Rampage | 1982–1984 | 2 | 1 | 23 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge RAM 50 | 1987–1993 | 5 | 32 | 23 mpg | 4.0/5 |
Dodge Minivans & vans 2
| Model | Years | Recalls | Complaints | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Grand Caravan | 1988–2023 | 103 | 7,180 | 22 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Ram Wagon | 1981–2003 | 8 | 2,188 | 14 mpg | 4.0/5 |
Dodge More models 11
| Model | Years | Recalls | Complaints | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Viper | 1992–2017 | 45 | 81 | 16 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Caravan | 1984–2008 | 208 | 11,285 | 35 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Ramcharger | 1981–1997 | 15 | 29 | 14 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Ram Van | 1981–2003 | 10 | 4,602 | 23 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Sprinter | 2003–2026 | 26 | 202 | — | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Raider | 1985–1989 | 8 | 33 | 16 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Shelby Charger | 1983–1988 | — | — | — | 4.5/5 |
| Dodge D50 | 1981–1986 | 2 | 2 | — | 3.5/5 |
| Dodge Mirada | 1981–1983 | 3 | — | — | 4.5/5 |
| Dodge D-Series | 1981–1993 | 1 | 1 | — | 4.5/5 |
| Dodge Mini Ram | 1984–1988 | 3 | — | — | 4.5/5 |
Dodge by the numbers
What the federal records say about the marque. Each line links to the full breakdown by model and year.
| Topic | Dodge | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Recalls | 1,766 campaigns | Most recalled: Exterior Lighting |
| Owner complaints | 76,877+ filed | Most reported: Durango |
| Fuel economy | 98 mpg best | Leader: Charger |
| Crash safety | ★★★★★ top rated | 8 models tested by NHTSA |
| Insurance | $2,297/yr typical | Cheapest: Caravan |
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Dodge hybrids & electric models
Dodge's electrified lineup — 1 hybrid and 2 electric / plug-in. Click any model for its full powertrain, MPG and range by year.
Dodge hybrids 1
| Model | Years | Best figure | Recalls | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Durango | 1995–2026 | 21 | 160 | 4.0/5 |
Dodge electric & plug-in 2
| Model | Years | Best figure | Recalls | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Charger | 1983–2026 | 98 | 133 | 4.0/5 |
| Dodge Caravan | 1984–2008 | 35 | 208 | 3.5/5 |
Electrified variants from EPA fueleconomy.gov powertrain data. A model may offer gas, hybrid and electric versions across years.
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Dodge window stickers →How to read a Dodge VIN
Every Dodge built since 1981 carries a unique 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). It encodes where and when the vehicle was made, its engine and body — here's what each part means:
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Dodge and the country it was built in.
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled it.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
The remaining digits — engine (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard. You can decode any VIN for free and get the year-code table, the country codes and the exact spots where the number is stamped.
Who owns Dodge, and what you get
Dodge belongs to Stellantis. Dodge within Stellantis serves the American performance enthusiast segment with rear-wheel-drive muscle cars and high-performance SUVs. The Challenger and Charger competed with Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro for two decades, and the SRT Hellcat Redeye and Demon variants pushed power output beyond all production-car competitors. The 2024 transition to electric Charger Daytona variants extends muscle-car identity into Stellantis's STLA Large EV platform.
| Dodge | |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | USA |
| Ownership | Stellantis |
| Stock ticker | STLA |
| Basic warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
| Assembly countries | United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan |
⚠ Worth knowing before you rely on it: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, while basic cover here runs 3 years / 36,000 miles. See when Dodge models actually start to break →
Dodge — frequently asked
Is Dodge usa?
Dodge is a USA company, headquartered in Auburn Hills and founded in 1900. The cars are a separate question: 56.7% of the Dodge vehicles in our records were assembled in the United States.
Where are Dodge cars made?
Across 91 manufacturer codes on record, assembly splits as: the United States (56.7%), Canada (30.4%), Mexico (12.2%), Japan (0.6%). The first three characters of a VIN identify the manufacturer and plant country — that is where these shares come from.
Who owns Dodge?
Dodge is part of Stellantis.
How many Dodge models are there?
We track 43 Dodge models spanning 1981–2026. The full list is above, ordered by how often each is searched.
What is the Dodge warranty?
New vehicles come with 3 years / 36,000 miles basic cover and 5 years / 60,000 miles on the powertrain. Terms vary by model year and market — confirm with a dealer.
Is Dodge reliable?
It depends far more on the model and year than on the badge. Every Dodge model is ranked by complaint rate here, along with the age at which each starts to fail.
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