2012 DODGE Charger Problems & Complaints
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
207 complaints
Headlight pigtail assembly burned out as described in the 2014 safety recall. 14V-101 / P08 Recall Summary The wiring sub-harnesses for the headlights may overheat, and the low beam headlights may fail. Dealers will replace the headlamp jumper harnesses and bulbs or the headlight assemblies as needed free of charge to resolve the concern.
Nov 25, 2025
My vehicle has been experiencing electrical issues causing my radio to cut off and my car to cut off and lose power while driving. When the car is moving and loses power it's causes the vehicle to shift into neutral.
Apr 30, 2025
The battery keeps dying. The vehicle is draining the battery while it is not running.
Sep 09, 2024
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he became aware that the air conditioning system was inoperable. Additionally, the contact became aware that the 10-AMP air conditioning clutch fuse was loosened. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was due to the loosened air conditioning clutch fuse. The vehicle had been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 84,000
Oct 06, 2023
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The driver was able to coast to the side of the roadway and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed the failure as an alternator diode-thermal fatigue in which the alternator needed to be replaced. The alternator was replaced along with the water pump, caskets, and thermostat. The contact stated that prior to the failure, the vehicle was overheating and was taken to the dealer where the same failure cause was determined, and a thermostat was replaced in January. The contact stated that the paperwork stated that an alternator was not available. The contact stated the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V435000 (Electrical System) in March 2018. The contact stated that the vehicle continued to experience overheating failure and the dealer was unable to remedy the failure, causing the water pump and head gasket to fail. The contact stated that the vehicle remained at the dealer awaiting the repair. The contact stated that the dealer had the vehicle for months at a time. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
Oct 25, 2022
+ 202 more complaints for this component
AIR BAGS
76 complaints
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger's side air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the passenger's side seat wiring harness. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who confirmed the diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 67,000.
Jul 19, 2024
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V018000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The contact stated that she was approached by a door-to-door representative of the manufacturer to schedule a home visit by a technician to replace the air bag inflator however, the representative never returned. Parts distribution disconnect.
Nov 29, 2023
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the air bags wiring harness to be reconnected. The vehicle was repaired but continued to experience a failure. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
Mar 06, 2023
My “Airbag” light started coming on about two weeks ago out of the blue… it comes on, then it goes off. My vehicle only has 106,000 miles on it. Never been in an accident.
Nov 03, 2022
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated after the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired und NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V018000 (Air Bags), he noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the warning light was not illuminated before the vehicle was taken to be repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was an electrical connector that was not compatible with the air bag. The contact was informed that the part was not covered under warranty and had to be replaced out-of-pocket. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 201,000.
Aug 26, 2022
+ 71 more complaints for this component
ENGINE
35 complaints
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with timing chain failure. The contact was informed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact referenced Customer Satisfaction Program: P01; however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
Sep 12, 2024
Had catastrophic engine failure at 100k miles doing 70mph. I believe it was timing chain failure. Replaced the engine with a refurbished engine and now have the exact same problem. It seems like the MDS system is the main cause for this to keep happening so why isn’t this a recall issue. These engines are not cheap to replace
Feb 15, 2024
At idile, the car shuts off
Mar 17, 2023
Having lifter failure on 2012 Dodge Charger srt8 6.4 mds hemi Loud ticking noise coming from passenger side head, can be heard in the engine bay but even more so from passenger side wheel well. Complete loss of power or bucking with any real kind of acceleration. No misfires also still idles smooth. Threw back pressure sensor code P0471. Was told by dodge it was warped exhaust manifold. Had full exhaust system replaced including all sensors just to be safe (3g$). Got car back still ticking but even louder now. Took car to non dealership and the mechanic said immediately that’s lifter noise. VVT was pulled and checked for metal (it was present). Was told it’s suggested to replace entire motor and with absolutely no help from dodge. The shop that found the lifter issue said he’s had multiple 5.7 and 6.4 hemis all in the shop all with the same problem and dodge will do nothing to fix it and I was also told don’t just throw parts at it cause it will just keep failing and costing money it needs to be replaced completely with better parts to avoid continued problems. It will cost nothing short of 10g$ to do this repair and losing my only means of transportation for however long not to mention it putting my life and others at risk when the car decides to just cut power or turn off completely. I’ve already limited my driving due to this problem and worries of complete engine Failure and now I won’t even let my family ride In the vehicle for fear of it shutting down especially at highway speeds. Dodge needs to address this problem ASAP!!
Aug 29, 2022
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, she saw steam exiting the hood. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to her residence. The contact stated she continued to see steam exiting from the engine. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the engine was misfiring and the ignition wire for cylinder #2 to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 147,957.
Sep 28, 2021
+ 30 more complaints for this component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
31 complaints
NO LIGHTS
Dec 24, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AT NIGHT, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS UNINTENTIONALLY WENT OUT. DULUTH DODGE INC (4755 MILLER TRUNK HWY, DULUTH, MN 55811, (218) 720-6123) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V101000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 148,000.
Dec 26, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY THE PREVIOUS OWNER PER AN UNKNOWN RECALL REGARDING THE PLUG IN PART FOR THE HEADLIGHT, WHICH WAS MELTING. AFTER THE CONTACT TOOK OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT CALLED JIM COGDILL DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM (8544 KINGSTON PIKE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37919, (865) 690-1611) AND WAS INFORMED THAT NOTHING COULD BE DONE SINCE THE RECALL REPAIR WAS ALREADY PERFORMED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 45,000.
Oct 19, 2018
I HAVE REPLACED 6 PASSENGER SIDE LOW BEAM WIRING HARNESSES IN THE LAST 5 MONTHS DUE TO THE HARNESS MELTING AT THE LIGHTBULBS CONNECTOR. ALSO REPLACING LIGHTBULBS EACH TIME BECAUSE ONCE THE HARNESS MELTS THEY CANNOT BE SEPARATED CAUSING AN ADDED ADDITIONAL COST EACH TIME TO THE PROBLEM. I PURCHASED A NEW LIGHTBULB HARNESS 3 WEEKS AGO & HAD IT INSTALLED DUE TO MY LOW BEAM GOING OUT YET AGAIN, & YESTERDAY EVENING NOTICED IT WAS OUT AGAIN!!!! AFTER ALL THE TIME AND MONEY SPENT, I'M GETTING TIRED OF THIS AND FRANKLY IT'S EXTREMELY DANGEROUS TO KNOW ELECTRICAL STUFF IS BURNING UP UNDER YOUR HOOD THAT SHOULD BE SAFE! ALSO IT IS AGAINST THE LAW TO HAVE HEADLIGHTS OUT IN MY STATE GEORGIA.
Aug 22, 2018
LOW BEAM HID HEADLIGHTS FAIL (TURN OFF COMPLETELY) WHEN ON FOR PERIOD OF TIME REGARDLESS OF IF VEHICLE IS STOPPED OR IN MOTION. THERE IS AN EXISTING RECALL, RECALL NUMBER P08 DATED 04/2014 HOWEVER MY VIN AND OTHER VEHICLES WITH HID LOW BEAM LIGHTNING WERE "NOT INCLUDED" IN THE AFFECTED VINS FOR P08.
Jul 24, 2018
+ 26 more complaints for this component
POWER TRAIN
26 complaints
Lifter failure is causing metal shavings from the cam to fall into the engine block and cause the engine to fail. This is a known problem with these cars and nothing is being done about it by the manufacturer.
Dec 24, 2023
Vehicle will shift into Neutral while driving while the gear shift is still in Drive. This happens multiple times throughout the week with speeds varying from 35-50 mph. I have not noticed if the road condition makes a difference, I have gone downhill, up hill, around corners, etc and it will randomly shift into neutral. I cannot recreate the issue, it just happens at random.
Dec 15, 2022
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V240000 (POWER TRAIN) AT SALT LAKE VALLEY CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (2309 STATE ST, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84115). THE CONTACT STATED AT START-UP AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, THE AUTO PARK DISABLED MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT SOME VEHICLES REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL HAD NOT RECEIVED THE COMPLETE SOFTWARE UPDATES. THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM WAS NOT UPDATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000. *DT CONSUMER STATED SEAT BELT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.*JB
Jun 12, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DOGE CHARGER. AFTER THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE IN THE DRIVEWAY, IT BEGAN TO ROLL AWAY AS THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ENGAGED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. ADDITIONALLY, WHILE SHOVELING SNOW, THE VEHICLE MOVED BACKWARDS WHILE THE GEAR SHIFTER WAS IN PARK. THE CONTACT JUMPED IN THE VEHICLE AND DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 109,919.
Dec 17, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED, JERKED FORWARD, AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER "STUCK OFF" (CODE NUMBER: P0741). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ANOTHER INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED THE CONTACT WITH A CASE NUMBER. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE CONTACT WOULD BE PROVIDED A RENTAL VEHICLE AND ASSISTANCE TOWARDS THE REPAIR COST. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED (YUCCA VALLEY CHRYSLER CENTER (760-228-1818, LOCATED AT 57909 29 PALMS HWY, YUCCA VALLEY, CA 92284). THE DEALER KEPT THE VEHICLE FOR EVALUATION. THE CONTACT WAS NOT CALLED BACK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 75,000.
Jul 17, 2019
+ 21 more complaints for this component
STEERING
17 complaints
POWER STEERING WENT OUT WHEEL IS HARD TO TURN
Nov 19, 2020
WHENEVER I TRY AND TURN MY STEERING WHEEL IT IS VERY HARD HAVE TO USE ALOT OF KUSCLE. DOESN'T MATTER IF YOU ARE STOPPED TRYING TO TURN OR GOING AN AVERAGE SPEED. IT IS WORSE WHEN NOT AT A COMPLETE STOP.
Aug 09, 2020
POWER STEERING FUSES KEEP BLOWING WHEN TURNING, WHICH CAUSING IT TO BE VERY DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER ESPECIALLY WHILE DRIVING. ALMOST CAUSE AN ACCIDENT .
Mar 14, 2020
THE POWER STEERING PUMP GRINDS WHEN TURNING AND SOMETIMES LOCKS UP. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I'VE FILED ABOUT THIS.
Jan 01, 2020
SO, I'VE HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE ELECTRIC P/S PUMP WITH IT MAKING GRINDING NOISES AS I TURN AND LOCKING UP. I DID END UP REPLACING IT BECAUSE THE DEALER NEAR ME NEGLECTED TO TELL ME THERE WAS A RECALL ON IT AND WANTED TO CHARGE ME TO FIX IT. THE PUMP I REPLACED IT WITH IS STARTING TO DO IT AGAIN... I WANT IT REPLACED WITH A BRAND NEW OEM PUMP.
Dec 21, 2019
+ 12 more complaints for this component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
15 complaints
CAR CONTINUES TO RUN HOT. REPALCED THE THERMOSTAT WATER PUMP. HAVE NOT DRIVEN CAR IN 2 MONTHS. AS LONG AS THE CAR IS NOT IN MOTIONIS DOES NOT RUN HOT. AFTER PUTTING MORE FLUIDIN THE CAR, NOW THE DRIP HAS BECOME LEAK. THERE IS A (Z) ELECTRICAL LOOKING SYMBOL ONTHE DASH IN RED. CITY STREET
Jul 22, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO START THE VEHICLE AND THE ACCESSORY INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MELLOY CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (357 EMILIO LOPEZ RD, LOS LUNAS, NM 87031, (505) 866-2900) AND THE KEY FOB WAS RESET; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AGAIN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 97,000.
Mar 18, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STOPPED OPERATING WITHOUT WARNING. ALL OF THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED IN THE VEHICLE WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED, AND THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO LANDERS MCLARTY DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM (533 UNIVERSITY DR NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35806 (256) 830-6450) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BATTERY WAS DEAD DUE TO ALTERNATOR FAILURE. THERE WAS AN OPEN RECALL FOR THE ALTERNATOR, NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V435000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000.
Dec 05, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE POWER SAVER MODE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE RADIO TURNED OFF. A PHOTO OF A BATTERY WAS SHOWN ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, AND THE TRACTION CONTROL AND WINDSHIELD WIPERS ACTIVATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT HAD TO WALK AWAY WITH THE KEY FOB UNTIL THE VEHICLE TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL DEALER (CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM SURPRISE, 13165 N AUTOSHOW AVE, SURPRISE, AZ 85388) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE AND THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO PAY $1,000 FOR THE REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 81,000.
Nov 17, 2017
TAKATA RECALL SENT A NOTICE ABOUT THE ALTERNATOR. IT WAS ON THE SECOND CARFAX I RECEIVED BUT NOT FROM THE ORIGINAL DEALER I GOT THE CAR. THEY NEVER REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR. SO I BOUGHT THE CAR WENT TO THE BANK AND I THOUGHT MY CAR WAS GOING TO BURN TO THE GROUND NOTHING BUT HEAVY SMOKE POURED FROM UNDER THE CAR AND UNDER THE HOOD. MY CAR WAS SITTING IN THE BANK OF AMERICA PARKING LOT.. NEEDLESS TO SAY I HAD TO REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR BECAUSE THE DEALSHIP GAVE ME A BOGUS CARFAX TO BEGIN WITH.
Nov 08, 2017
+ 10 more complaints for this component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
14 complaints
Loss of touchscreen functionality only works initially and then freezes completely making it unusable and making the most part of the internal features and climate control completely unavailable and increasing the risk of safety of the driver, Dealer stating to replace whole touch screen unit which is extremely expensive to replace, It should be standard and lot of functionality is used from the touchscreen And also Loss Of Low Beam Headlights seems like issue with electrical system recall issue that was done a long time back
Nov 14, 2022
THIRD TIME CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB AND THE WIRES FOR MY HEADLIGHT (LOW BEAM) AND STILL HAVING PROBLEMS, FEW FRIENDS OF MINE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. LOW BEAM GOES OFF WHILE DRIVING.
Dec 04, 2019
PASSENGER HID LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY SHUTS OFF. AFTER A PERIOD OF THE VEHICLE BEING SHUT DOWN AND RESTARTED THE LIGHT WILL COME BACK O BUT WILL SHUT OFF AGAIN AFTER A FEW MINUTES. THERE IS AN OPEN RECALL ON THE WIRING HARNESS, BUT NOTHING IS SHOWING ON MY PARTICULAR VEHICLE FOR THE RECALL.
Nov 28, 2018
MY 2012 DODGE CHARGER IS HAVING THE SAME LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT ISSUE AS THE RECALL POSTED 5/2/2014 FOR MY YEAR. HOWEVER, WHEN I LOOK UP MY VIN NUMBER, ITS SAYING THERE IS NO ACTIVE RECALLS.
Nov 13, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LOW BEAMS FAILED TO FUNCTION AND SHORTED OUT WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER REPLACED THE LIGHTS, BUT THE LOW BEAMS SHORTED OUT AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER AND THE LOW BEAMS WERE REPLACED AGAIN, ALONG WITH THE WIRING AND WIRING HARNESS. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 12V197000 (SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 12V042000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING) ALTHOUGH THE FAILURES WERE IDENTICAL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN IF REPLACING THE PARTS WITH THE SAME OEM PARTS WOULD CORRECT THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 79,097. *AS
Mar 15, 2017
+ 9 more complaints for this component
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
13 complaints
I BOUGHT A USED 2012 DODGE CHARGER AND HAD EVERYTHING CHECKED OUT BY BIG O TIRES PRIOR TO PURCHASE. A FEW DAYS LATER, MY HUSBAND WAS STUCK AT THE GAS STATION BECAUSE THE GEAR SHIFT WOULD NOT COME OUT OF PARK. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES IN VARIOUS PLACES AND WEATHER CONDITIONS AND THE DEALER CANNOT FIGURE OUT WHAT IS WRONG. THE BRAKE SWITCH IS GOOD, WE HAD THE WHOLE GEAR SHIFT ASSEMBLY REPLACED AND STILL HAVE THE PROBLEM. UPON WATCHING YOU TUBE VIDEOS, IT MUST BE THE TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK SWITCH (THE INFAMOUS PINK PLASTIC PIECE) THAT DODGE/CHRYSLER OWNERS ARE HAVING ISSUES WITH. THERE WAS A RECALL ON 2005-07 DODGE CHARGERS TO REPLACE THE PINK TRANSMISSION SHIFT INTERLOCK LATCH THAT BREAKS AND PREVENTS VEHICLES FROM SHIFTING OUT OF PARK. MY 2012 AND MANY VEHICLES AFTER 2007 ARE ALSO AFFECTED. I AM CURRENTLY WAITING FOR THE DEALER TO REPLACE THIS PART. I WOULD LIKE TO REQUEST THIS RECALL TO BE EXTENDED TO INCLUDE MODEL YEARS AFTER 2007, TO INCLUDE MY 2012 CHARGER.
Jan 11, 2020
TIMING CHAIN SNAPPED WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE THE 5.7 LITER V8 HEMI. I HAVE READ A LOT OF COMPLAINTS IN REGARDS TO THE SAME ISSUE. MY VEHICLE HAS ONLY 105K MILES ON IT.
Mar 05, 2019
IT WAS IN DRIVE AND WHEN I OPEN THE DOOR IT REFUSE TO GET INTO GEAR AND WENT BACK INTO PARK AND THEN WHEN I TRIED TO PUT IT IN GEAR OR REVERSE IT WOULDN'T DO EITHER AND THE SERVICE SHIFTER LIGHT AND ENGINE LIGHT BOTH CAME ON AND I HAD TO LET IT SIT FOR ABOUT 15 OR 20 MINUTES BEFORE IT WOULD GET INTO A GEAR FOR ME TO DRIVE IT....AND THIS WAS AFTER THE SAFETY RECALL FOR THE GEAR SHIFTER SO I FEEL THAT STILL HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH MY GEAR SHIFTER THAT THEY DID THE RECALL ON...IT DIDNT START HAPPENING UNTIL THAT SAFETY SHIFT WENT INTO PARK WHEN I OPEN MY DOOR AND IT WOULDNT GO INTO ANOTHER GEAR AFTER THAT....
Nov 30, 2018
TAKATA INFLATORS WE BROUGHT OUR CAR TO LAKELAND DODGE IN FLORIDA AS SCHEDULED, TO HAVE THIS RECALL FIXED. AFTER 4HOURS OF WAITING THEY SAID THEY DID THE REPAIR TO CORRECT IT. WE CHECKED THE DATABASE ON THIS SITE AND IT SAID THAT THE REPAIR IS WAS NOT CONDUCTED. I NEED TO GET THIS FIXED AND I DO NOT HAVE THE TIME TO WASTE. I ATTACHED THE INVOICE SO YOU CAN SEE WHAT THEY DID.
Sep 05, 2018
BATTERY SAVER MODE APPEARED ON MY DASH. THE NEXT DAY DRIVING HOME THE CAR STALLED AND SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY. IN THE OWNERS MANUAL. IT REALLY DOESN'T STATE DO NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE GET IT TOWED. I WAS ON MY WAY TO GET THE CAR DIAGNOSE. I WAS DRIVING WHEN MY CAR DECIDED TO STALL OUT. I WASN'T ON A MAIN ROAD BUT IT COULD HAVE BEEN WORSE. THE DEALER SAID THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR IS FIRED. THE CAR WOULD NOT RECOGNIZE NEITHER ONE OF MY FOB. I FEEL AS THOUGH THE VERBIAGE SHOULD BE UPDATED IN THE OWNERS MANUAL SPECIFICALLY ABOUT TH MESSAGE BATTERY SAVER MODE. IT MAY SAVE A LIFE.
Jul 05, 2017
+ 8 more complaints for this component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
8 complaints
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V739000 (Electrical System) and 16V352000 (Air Bags) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.
May 19, 2022
I HAVE RECALLS FOR AIRBAG INFLATOR AND ALSO ALTERNATOR. I HAVE BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP MANY TIMES IN KUWAIT AND YET THEY ARE TELLING ME THERE IS NO PARTS. I DO NOT WISH TO BE A VICTIM OF NEGLECTION BY DODGE. PLEASE HELP US HERE IN KUWAIT. ACCELERATING CAUSES BURN SMELL FROM ALTERNATOR AND THE GARAGES (OUTSIDE DEALSHERSHIP) HAVE TOLD ME THERE IS A RECALLS IN REGARDS WITH FAULTY ALTERNATORS. PLEASE HELP.
Jan 31, 2018
I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT 30 MILES AN HOUR HITTING THE FRONT LEFT OF MY VEHICLE. I HIT A CONCRETE BARRIER, AND NO AIRBAG DEPLOYED RESULTING IN MY HEAD SLAMMING INTO THE WINDOW AND THE STEERING WHEEL. AS WELL AS THE BATTERY NO LONGER WORKING AND THE TEMPERATURE SENSOR SEVERAL FUSES WERE BLOWN. IT WAS 10 BELOW AND HAD LIGHT BLOWING SNOW AND NEW TIRES. THE RESULTING DAMAGE IS IN THE RANGE OF 5000 TO $6,000. I ALSO MISSED 2 DAYS OF WORK DUE TO THE HEAD INJURY WHICH WAS A CONCUSSION. PICTURES ATTACHED ONLY SHOW SOME OF THE DAMAGE OTHER DAMAGE INCLUDED PUNCTURES TO THE RADIATOR, SWAY BAR AND LINKS SNAPPED, IMPACT BAR SHAVED IN WORD AND PUNCTURING THE AIR FILTER AND DAMAGING THE HOOD. *BF *BF *TR
Jan 07, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE HORN FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCK SPRING WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS NO WARRANTY FOR THE HORN ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 72,000.
Jul 31, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR A SAFETY INSPECTION, IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT SENSOR AND THE WIRING HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V118000 (AIR BAGS). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 29,600. UPDATED 12/20/16*LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WAS A RECALL ON SEAT SENSOR AND HARNESS BUT THE VIN # WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *TR
Sep 22, 2016
+ 3 more complaints for this component
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
8 complaints
FUEL LEAK FROM PASSENGER SIDE FUEL PUMP. AFTER FUELING VEHICLE. AND FUEL SMELL IN VEHICLE. I JUST HOPE NO ONE SMOKES NEXT TO MY CAR. FROM THE RESEARCH I HAVE DONE THIS IS A ON GOING PROBLEM. DODGE NEEDS TO FIX THIS PROBLEM FOR GOOD.
Jan 04, 2020
EVERY NOW AND THEN I HAVE AN ODER OF FUEL IN THE CABIN AND THEN ITS GONE RIGHT AWAY. THIS HAS HAPPENED 4-5 TIMES IN THE PAST SIX MONTHS IS THERE A FUEL PUMP PROBLEM OR A LEAK WITH THESE CARS
Jul 09, 2019
WAS PUTTING GASOLINE IN MY 2012 DODGE CHARGER AND IT WOULD ONLY TAKE A SMALL AMOUNT OF FUEL BEFORE SPITTING IT BACK OUT AT YOU WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS BUT NOT FOR THE 2012 MODEL CHARGER SXT 3.6 LITER. THE DEALER IS CHARGING ME OVER $1,700 DOLLARS TO FIX AND THE 2006 THROUGH 2011 HAVE THIS ISSUE. WE HAD THIS SAME EXACT ISSUE WITH OUR 2005 DODGE DURANGO AND IT WAS RECALLED AND FIXED TWICE. IT STARTED DOING IT AT AROUND THE SAME MILEAGE AS WE NOW HAVE ON THE CHARGER. IT IS DANGEROUS FOR FUEL TO BE SPIT OUT ON YOU AS YOU ATTEMPT TO FUEL THE VEHICLE.
Dec 10, 2018
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON COULDN'T PASS EMISSIONS TEST .I TOOK IT TO RHE DEALERSHIP AND IT NEEDED A CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND 02 SENSORS.ALSO HAD A TRANSMISSION LEAK/ COOLANT LEAK AND A OIL LEAK ALL WITHIN JANUARY 2018
Mar 26, 2018
NO MATTER WHERE WE ARE, WHETHER STATIONARY, OR IN MOTION, THE VEHICLE HAS AN OVERWHELMING SMELL OF GASOLINE AFTER WE HAVE FUELED UP THE CAR. TODAY, WE NOTICED GASOLINE LEAKING FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE UNDERCARRIAGE. A QUICK SEARCH ONLINE INDICATES INNUMERABLE SIMILAR COMPLAINTS, WITH CHRYSLER FAILING TO OFFER A REMEDY TO THIS SITUATION.
Dec 21, 2017
+ 3 more complaints for this component
SERVICE BRAKES
7 complaints
BRAKES ARE FAILING CAR WILL NOT SLOW DOWN FULLY WHEN BREAKS ARE APPLIED. THIS IS A SAFETY RISK DUE TO NEEDING TO STOP A LARGE VEHICLE TO AVOID HITTING OTHER PEOPLE'S CARS OR PERSONS. THIS CAR HAS HAD THE MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED ON 4/19 AS WELL AS BRAKE FLUID REPLACED. THE ISSUE STILL STANDS WHICH LEADS ME TO BELIVE IT IS A MANUFACTURER ISSUE. NO WARNINGS OR SYMPTOMS PRIOR TO FAILURE. ISSUE BEGAN ABOUT 4/10/22.
Apr 22, 2022
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE IN FRONT SUDDENLY STOPPED AND REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE AS THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE PREVIOUSLY TO PURCHASING AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRAKES WERE JUST SERVICED AS THE REASON FOR THE BRAKES BEING SLOW TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING THE TEST DRIVE THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A COLLISION REPAIR SHOP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE SUSTAINED BRUISING ON THE REAR OF THE LEG THAT REQUIRED NO MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THE ALL RECALLS HAD BEEN COMPLETED ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V197000 (SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AS A CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DEALER INFORMED HIM THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY USED AS AN UNDERCOVER POLICE VEHICLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 49,000.
Feb 03, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING ONCE IT STRUCK A CURB. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AFTERWARDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SWANTY'S CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM OF BULLHEAD CITY (LOCATED AT 2494 AZ-95, BULLHEAD CITY, AZ 86442, (928) 704-2222) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH NEEDING THE MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 83,097.
Oct 17, 2019
MY BRAKES ARE FAILING SOMETIMES THE PEDAL GOES DOWN TO THE BOTTOM AND LOSES THE BRAKE AND WHEN I TURN OFF THE CAR AND PUMP THE PEDAL IT WORKS AGAIN
Feb 14, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT FELT INTENSE HEAT EMERGING FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DAYTONA DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM AND FIAT (1450 N TOMOKA FARMS ROAD, DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA 32124) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE BRAKE ASSEMBLIES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 32,733.
May 29, 2018
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POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
7 complaints
FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW WILL STOP WHEN BY ITS SELF WHEN CLOSING OR USING AUTOMATIC CLOSING. HAPPENS WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED OR IN MOTION. DIFFERENTIAL BEARINGS HAVE BEEN WEARING DOWN QUICKLY.
Aug 26, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESTART DURING THE FIRST ATTEMPT. THE CONTACT ALLOWED THE VEHICLE TO SIT FOR AWHILE AND THEN IT RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V435000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE DEALER (NORTH POINT CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM FIAT, 7726 NORTH POINT BLVD, WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27106) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. THE CONTACT DID NOT SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT DUE TO THE DIAGNOSTIC FEE. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT HAD TO REMOVE THE BATTERY IN ORDER TO SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 120,000.
Sep 11, 2017
ALTERNATOR BEGAN RUNNING HOT AND STARTED BURNING THROUGH THE CASING. CAR SMELLED LIKE BURNT PLASTIC. ALSO, THE HEAT SLIGHTLY MELTED THE NEARBY RADIATOR, WHICH CAUSED A LEAK AND IT NEEDING TO BE REPLACED AS WELL. THIS SOUNDS EXACTLY THE SAME AS THE ALTERNATOR RECALL ON OTHER DODGE CHARGER MODELS IN THE 2012 YEAR...BUT MINE IS THE V8 ENGINE AND I WAS TOLD THE RECALL DID NOT APPLY.
Feb 16, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE EMITTED FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 49,000.
Mar 02, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. WHILE IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO OPERATE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 81,000.
Aug 19, 2014
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POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
6 complaints
Oct, 2022 my car did not shift out of park so I googled my car and the problem, So it said it was my monostable shifter modular. I towed it to A Transmission mechanic and they did a full body diagnostic test and I was told all I needed was to buy a new transmission shifter modular and a PCM to get my car running again. I did not have the $ 4,200 for them to fix my car so I had it towed back home. Now as of today my car is not running still because of the transmission shifter modular and PCM I bought brand new Installed myself and for some odd reason the electrical started flickering as if maybe the wiring is wrong or something. Now there was already a recall on the following repairs I've done and yet its documented in the recall system that all recalls were repaired by manufacture In 2017 Alternator Diode Thermal Fatigue, April 2016 TRANSMISSION ELECTRONIC SHIFT LEVER, Jan 2016 WHEEL CHOCKS, July 2015 REPROGRAM OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE, Dec 2019 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module, Oct 2012 EMISSIONS RECALL M30 POSITION VALVE/INTERNAL TEMP DIAGNOSTICS. So either the recalls weren't repaired as documented or it is a factory defect and my car needs the repairs done again at no charge. When I call to the dealers the management was a female and told me me my car was to old and they longer work on my car I've been told that several times. I also have all receipts for repairs and you will see that its the same issue as the recall that was apparently repaired.
Feb 14, 2023
My 2012 Dodge Charger was bought used and it had been recently repaired and recalls performed on it. (The dealership was nice to point that out to me.) in Dec 2020 Wa. state. I have had nothing but problems with it. About a month later I had smelled smoke. I had my car scanned and it said camshaft needed to be replaced. So I did. It has stalled and seized up without warning. I was only going 40 miles an hour when the steering went hard( could not move or control it) The dashboard went black and I tried to pull it to the shoulder. The engine was still on. I would put the gas on ... but it had died. There was one other vehicle on the road at that time following me. He went around just in time. This not only happened once but two times. Since the car was a dodge i went to that dealership. A couple of times telling then the problem. They just wanted to scan the vehicle for $85.00 PER SCAN. The young man that was helping me keep looking at the computer screen . I asked if I could have a copy of what he was looking at and he said "yes". This sheet of paper was called the VIP Summary report. I was not the VIP the dealership was There was a WARNING MESSAGES in bold print. It read ATTENTION "This vehicle may have had 9 visits, 42 days down and 7 repeat repairs. Service personal should contact management and engage FCA service parts resources ' This was at 5:09pm I left. I noticed a very well dressed man sitting in his car looking at me... HUMM... LEMON LAW PERHAPS
Oct 02, 2021
WHILE IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET, VEHICLE DISPLAYED WARNING LIGHTS AND STALLED. WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF INTO A PARKING LOT WHERE THE GEAR SHIFT WAS LOCKED IN PARK POSITION. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO MECHANIC WHO ADVISED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN HAD LOCKED UP. I AM AWARE THAT THERE WAS A CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION SENT OUT BY CHRYSLER, BUT WHEN I INQUIRED ABOUT IT AT MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP THEY SAID THAT MY VEHICLE DIDN'T FALL UNDER THAT NOTIFICATION.
Nov 28, 2018
DRIVING VEHICLE ON 55MPH ROAD. ALL ENGINE POWER SUDDENLY LOST. BARELY MANAGED TO FIND SAFE SPOT TO PULL OVER AND ENGINE DIED AND WOULD NOT RESTART. TOWED TO DEALER WHERE TECH REPORTED HE FOUND CHAFED BARE WIRES IN HARNESS NEAR FUSE BOX THAT WERE SHORTING OUT AND TRIGGERING 37 DIFFERENT OBD FAULT CODES, WHICH CAUSED CAR TO SHUT DOWN. FIXING BARE WIRE SITUATION CORRECTED PROBLEM. CAR IS CHARGER SXT MODEL, 3.6L ENGINE.
Feb 15, 2017
FIRST,I RECEIVED WARNING FOR "BATTERY SAVER MODE" ON DASHBOARD. LATER IN THE DAY, I TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP FOR A SERVICE VISIT AND THE CAR SHUT DOWN RIGHT THERE. ALL LIGHTS WENT CRAZY AND CAR PUT ITSELF IN NEUTRAL VERY VIOLENTLY. I AM AFRAID OF THIS CAR AND WHAT IT MAY DO IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN AT A HIGHER SPEED. ONCE THE CAR TOOK OVER CONTROL, I COULD NOT SHUT IT OFF, PUT IT IN GEAR, OR ANYTHING ELSE FOR THAT MATTER. DEALER SAYS ITS SIMPLY A BAD BATTERY AND I AM VERY LEERY OF THE DEALER'S DIAGNOSIS AT THIS POINT. *TR
Jun 24, 2014
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STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
6 complaints
I WAS PULLING INTO MY DRIVEWAY AND AS I WAS TURNING THE CAR ALL OF A SUDDEN DIED AND THE WHEEL WAS HARD TO TURN AND THE BRAKES LOCKED UP. I TRIED TO START IT AGAIN BUT IT WOULD JUST TURN OVER BUT START FULLY.
Aug 17, 2020
I BOUGHT MY DODGE CHARGER IN 2 YEARS AGO FOR A RECALL ON THE ALTERNATOR P60. MY CAR HAS BEEN GIVING ME PROBLEMS WOW. LITTLE THINGS HERE AND THERE. THEN A FEW MONTHS AGO THE CAR SHUT OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND AFTER A FEW MINUTES AND TURNED ITSELF BACK ON. WHICH IS PART OF THE RECALL FOR THE P60. IT'S BEEN SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY FOR A FEW MONTHS NOW BUT I FINALLY CALLED DODGE BECAUSE A FRIEND OF MINE TOLD ME THAT ALTERNATOR IN MY CAR IS A P60 SO MAYBE THEY FORGOT TO DO THE RECALL THEY BROUGHT THE CAR IN AND THERE WAS A MIX-UP. SO I WENT OVER THE DODGE AND I GOT PAPERWORK FOR THE DAY AND THEY SHOW THAT THEY SWAPPED MY ALTERNATOR OUT WITH A P 60. SO WHY WOULD THEY SWAP MY ALTERNATOR OUT WITH A DEFECTIVE ONE? BUT THEY WON'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT THEY TOLD ME THAT'S NOT THE RECALLED ONE BUT IT IS I HAVE A P602AA ALTERNATOR IN MY CAR. MY ABS BRAKES WEREN'T WORKING WHEN THE POWER WENT OUT AND A BUNCH OF STUFF THAT IT SAID HAPPENS IF YOU DON'T CHANGE THAT ALTERNATOR. I THINK THERE WAS A MIX-UP SOMEWHERE A FRIEND OF MINE WORKS FOR DODGE AND HE TOLD ME THAT'S A RECALLED ALTERNATOR. MAYBE HE SAID THERE WAS A MIX-UP ON THE SHELF AND SOMEBODY GRABBED THE WRONG ALTERNATOR BUT THEY WON'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT HE SAYS MISTAKES LIKE THAT HAPPEN BUT THEY WON'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT THEY WANT ME TO BRING THE CAR IN AND CHARGE ME $300 TO LOOK AT IT
Sep 07, 2017
THE RADIO TURNED OFF, EVERY LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LIT UP, WIPERS TURNED ON AUTOMATICALLY, LOST BOTH POWER BREAK AND POWER STEERING. ALL THIS AT OVER 50 MPH WITH OUR YOUNG SON IN THE BACK SEAT....EVENTUALLY MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE STOPPED, BUT EVEN AFTER MANY ATTEMPTS WAS UNABLE TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK. EVENTUALLY THE CAR JUST COMPLETELY DIED. SHE WAS STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF A TURNING LANE AND WASN'T EVEN ABLE TO TURN ON THE EMERGENCY FLASHERS. THE CAR ENDED UP BEING TOWED TO THE NEAREST CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP AND DIAGNOSED WITH A FAULTY ALTERNATOR TO THE TUNE OF ALMOST $900. FINANCIAL BURDEN ASIDE, THIS WAS A VERY FRIGHTENING EXPERIENCE FOR MY WIFE AND SON, AND ALTHOUGH THE CAR HAS BEEN REPAIRED NEITHER MY WIFE NOR I FEEL ENTIRELY COMFORTABLE DRIVING THE CAR BY OURSELVES MUCH LESS HAVING OUR YOUNG SON IN THE BACK SEAT.
Oct 07, 2016
I WAS HEADING TO WORK EARLY AM. HEADING DOWN THE FREEWAY, NOTICE THE BATTERY SAVE MODE ON THE DASH. BY THAT TIME THE RADIO SHUT OFF AND DIDN'T HAVE A/C, STARTED TO BLOW HOT AIR.I STARTED TO SMELL BURNING RUBBER. ALMOST DIDN'T MAKE IT OFF THE HIGH BEFORE THE CAR SHUT OFF. IT WAS HARD TO STEER, AND LOST BRAKES. ALMOST HITTING A COUPLE OF CARS. SO I LOOK UP WHAT BATTERY SAVE MODE WAS, THEN CHECK THE FORUMS. IT IS COMMON IN THE 2011-2012 CHARGERS. I HAD TO GET THE CAR TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. *TR
Sep 19, 2014
COMPLAINT CONCERNING: NHTSA PRELIMINARY EVALUATION #PE14022 ON SATURDAY 9/13/14 I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM THE STORE ON A RESIDENTIAL ROAD GOING 35 MILES PER HOUR AND MY VEHICLE BEGAN TO FLASH THE ABS LIGHT. THEN THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH, THE TOUCH SCREEN WENT BLANK. MY RADIO AND A/C SHUT OFF, THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL DOWN. THE MILEAGE METER READ 0, THAN STARTED TO READ MILES UP TO 80 MILES PER HOUR. I LOST POWER STEERING, AND THE POWER BRAKES!! MY CAR WAS 100% INOPERABLE!!! I TRIED TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, ALMOST HITTING SEVERAL MOTORIST AND PEDESTRIANS AS I HAD NOT CONTROL OVER THE BREAKS!!! MY DAUGHTER AND I WERE ALMOST KILLED B/C I WAS UNABLE TO STOP OR STEER AND ALMOST HAD A HEAD ON COLLISION!! I COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, WHEN MY CAR COMPLETELY DIED!! WOULD NOT RECOGNIZE THE KEY, COULD NOT OPEN THE TRUNK, ETC. I HAD MY CAR TOWED TO MY DODGE DEALER, THEY NOTIFIED ME THAT THE ALTERNATOR WENT OUT, DRAIN THE BATTERY COMPLETELY! THE ALTERNATOR ON THIS CAR IS TOO WEAK FOR THE SIZE OF THE VEHICLE! REPAIRS COST ME $1,500 TOTAL, NOT COVERED UNDER POWERTRAIN WARRANTY! THIS CAR IS ONLY 2 YRS. OLD! THIS SHOULD NOT HAPPEN WITH A NEW CAR! I CONTACTED CHRYSLER CORP. OFFICE AND THEY DID NOT OFFER ME ANY ASSISTANCE! SOME ONE WILL DIE DUE TO THIS TYPE OF VECHICLE FLAW! THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE!!!!!!!!!!! *TR
Sep 15, 2014
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
6 complaints
MY CAR TURNED OFF ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FREEWAY. IT WAS THE STARTER THAT WENT OUT AND THE ALTERNATOR.
Mar 15, 2020
MY VEHICLE IS GIVING A MESSAGE THAT SAYS 'BATTERY SAVER MODE.' THE BATTERY IN THE VEHICLE IS IN PERFECT CONDITION, THE ALTERNATOR HAS BEEN REPLACED AND I AM STILL GETTING THIS MESSAGE. ACCORDING TO BLOGS MANY PEOPLE HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE BEEN INFORMED THAT THE CAR IS AT RISK OF SPONTANEOUSLY CUTTING OFF WHILE IN BATTERY SAVER MODE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO. IT MAY BE A SENSOR ISSUE IDK AND MY LOCAL DODGE IS ALSO UNSURE
Aug 05, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS ACTIVATED AND ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER AS IT STALLED. AN EYEWITNESS PULLED OVER AND OBSERVED SMOKE COMING FROM THE HOOD OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DECIDED TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY DUE TO SMOKE FROM THE ALTERNATOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL DEALER (ATLANTIC CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM, 130 SUNRISE HWY, WEST ISLIP, NY 11795) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR FAILED. THE REMEDY PART FOR THE RECALL WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE DEALER OFFERED ANOTHER ALTERNATOR AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE COULD RECUR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 32419564. THE CASE WAS ESCALATED IT AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THEY WOULD HAVE A MANAGER RETURN THE CALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 92,000. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. ...UPDATED 11/12/17/*BF UPDATED 12/13/2017 *LN UPDATED 7/17/18*JB *TR
Sep 18, 2017
I WAS DRIVING HOME ON A FRIDAY NIGHT AROUND 10 P.M. ON THE HIGHWAY 101 GOING SOUTH. ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR ( DODGE CHARGER) STARTS MAKING A PECULIAR NOISE, SHORTLY MY CAR GAVE ME A MESSAGE SAYING " BATTERY SAVE MODE" MY CAR WAS BECOMING VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE AND VERY HARD TO WORK THE STEERING WHEEL, LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO EXIT ON THE NEAREST EXIT. MY I WAS DRIVING 35MPH ON THE ROAD SUDDENLY IT WENT FROM 30, 20, 10 MPH AND THAN STOPPED, MY CAR COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN I WAS NOT ABLE TO TURN IT BACK ON. I WAS VERY SCARED JUST THINKING WHAT WOULD HAVE HAPPEN IT MY CAR WOULD OF SHUT DOWN ON THE FREEWAY. I'VE BEEN READING ALLOT OF COMPLAINS ONLINE AND THIS IS NOT A RARE CASE. A LOT OF DODGE CUSTOMERS ARE COMPLAINING OF BAD ALTERNATORS COMING FROM DODGE, CHRYSLER, AND JEEP. I HOPE THIS GETS INVESTIGATED AND RECALL THIS CAR IT IS VERY UNSAFE! *TR
Aug 25, 2014
CAR WAS NOT IN MOTION, WENT TO TURN IT ON AND SPEAKERS FAIL TO COME ON AND HAVE NOT BEEN WORKING SINCE. DISPLAY IS FUNCTIONAL, ALL BUTTONS AND CONTROLS ARE ALSO FUNCTIONALS BUT NO SOUND PLAYS FROM SPEAKERS. *TR
Jun 27, 2014
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ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
6 complaints
THE ABS AND ESC LIGHT CAME ON AT THE SAME TIME WITH NO REASON/INCIDENT. STARTED THE VEHICLE GOING ONLY 20 MPH STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND LOOKED DOWN AND BOTH LIGHTS WERE ON. NO HEAVY BRAKING, OR ANYTHING THAT WOULD CAUSE A MALFUNCTION DUE TO DRIVER CARELESSNESS.
Jun 06, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE ABS AND THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 55,000.
Mar 31, 2015
VEHICLE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL CAME ON ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON BATTERY SAVER MODE TURN ON THEN OFF AGAIN RADIO SCREEN SHUT OFF RPM WENT UP DASH BOARD SCREEN TURN WHITE AND THEN THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING. *TR
Feb 22, 2015
I HAD THIS SAME PROBLEM FIXED IN AUGUST 2014 AT DUTCH MILLER IN SOUTH CHARLESTON,WV, AND TODAY THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AGAIN ,ABS AND ESC WARNING LIGHTS IN THE DASH. *TR
Sep 17, 2014
STARTED MY CAR FRIDAY MORNING AUGUST 1, 2014 AND THOSE 2 LIGHTS CAME ON AND HAVEN'T WENT OUT, CALLED A DODGE DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT WAS NOT A RECALL PROBLEM BUT I READ ON HERE THAT IT IS. *TR
Aug 02, 2014
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
5 complaints
I have called the dealerships in Fresno Ca and Clovis Ca asked them to check out my car because of all the recalls that were done by them I'm having problems with it or had to replace it again. I also told them since it was a recall and they supposedly repaired it I wanted them to check into it to see if the wrong was done because anyone could falsify a document I was turned away from both dealerships. I have receipts for parts I have replaced that were recalled, as diagnostics tests. This has been going on since 2022 one after another and then affects other parts I even asked them to do a software update for the electronic monostable gear they said no.
Jan 26, 2025
I WAS DRIVING IT AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN IT SHUT DOWN AND I COULDN'T PUSH THE BREAKS AND IT STARTED TO SMELL LIKE BURNT WIRING BADLY AND I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND ENDED UP HAVING TO PUSH IT ON TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN LEAVE IT WERE IT DIED FOR 2 DAYS UNTIL FINALLY I GOT AHOLD OF A TOW TRUCK AND NOW ITS SITTING IN MY DRIVE WAY DEAD.
Sep 25, 2020
THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IN THE CAR SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION , 180 AMP ALTERNATES FAILED, ALL SYSTEMS FAILED WHILE DRIVING.
May 07, 2017
I HAD HE EXACT SAME ALTERNATOR FAILURE AS DESCRIBED BY THE DODGE CHARGER P60 RECALL. I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY GOING ABOUT 60MPH WHEN MY RADIO AND FRONT PANEL FLICKERED, THEN CUT OFF FOR A FEW SECONDS BEFORE COMING BACK ON. MY TRACTION CONTROL AND ABS LIGHTS STAYED ON. ABOUT A MINUTE LATER, I LOST POWER AND MY CAR COMPLETELY STALLED. I WAS ABLE TO DRIFT TO THE CENTER LANE BEFORE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THIS WAS FRIGHTENING BECAUSE IT WAS DARK OUTSIDE, IT'S A POORLY LIT ROAD AND OF COURSE I HAD NO ELECTRICITY TO TURN ON MY HAZARD LIGHTS. WITH NO WAY TO POP THE TRUNK, I HAD TO CRAWL INTO IT VIA THE BACK SEAT TO GRAB FLARES (LUCKILY I HAD SOME-MOST PEOPLE DON'T). I WAS ALMOST STRUCK BY SEVERAL CARS DURING THIS TIME. ALAS, THE TOW TRUCK CAME AND I WAS TAKEN TO A SAFE LOCATION. THE AVERAGE QUOTE FROM MECHANICS IN THE DC AREA IS ABOUT $800. THE DEALERSHIP WANTS $970. THE 180AMP ALTERNATOR SHOULD BE RECALLED JUST AS THE 160AMP ALTERNATOR. ITS DEFECTIVE AND ITS A SAFETY RISK.
May 18, 2016
I WAS TRAVELING AROUND 30 MPH AND AS I WAS BRAKING TO STOP FOR A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE CAR TURNED OFF BY ITSELF. I WAS ABLE TO RE-START AFTER A MINUTE. I ALMOST REAR ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME AS MY BRAKES WERE DISABLED WHEN THE CAR SHUT OFF ABRUPTLY. *TR
Sep 25, 2014
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
5 complaints
WHEN STARTING MY CAR THE RADIO SOMETIMES DON'T COME ON. I HAVE TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK SHUT OFF THE CAR AND RESTART IT IN ORDER FOR THE RADIO TO COME ON. WHEN DRIVING AND LISTENING TO THE RADIO IT GOES IN AND OUT AS IF THE DJ IS TRYING TO BLOCK OUT PROFANTIY BUT THAT'S NOT THE CASE. ALSO, WHEN DRIVING AND I MAKE A U-TURN IT FEELS AS IF THE STEERING WHEEL IS TRYING TO LOCK UP.
Nov 06, 2020
DRIVING TO WORK, AT ABOUT 45 MPH, I SAW A MESSAGE ON MY DASHBOARD READ BATTERY SAVER MODE FOLLOWED BY A HUMMING NOISE THROUGHOUT THE CAR. I THEN STARTED TO PULL OUT OF THE FREEWAY AND MY ANTI-SKID LIGHTS FLASHED ON AND OFF, ALONG WITH OTHER UNIDENTIFIABLE DASHBOARD LIGHTS. I MANAGED TO GET INTO A GAS STATION RIGHT BEFORE MY CAR SHUT OFF COMPLETELY. PER THE DEALER, ALTERNATOR FAILURE CAUSED BATTERY TO SHUT DOWN. HOW DOES AN ALTERNATOR FAIL ON A CAR 2 1/2 YEARS OLD? I HAVE READ SO MANY COMPLAINTS ON THIS ISSUE YET NOT RECALLS. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE. I AM STILL WAITING TO SEE IF MY EXTENDED WARRANTY WILL COVER COSTS, AS I AM 1000 MILES OUT OF MY MANUFACTURER WARRANTY. *TR
Sep 22, 2014
WHILE DRIVING MY ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTED SHORTING OUT. BEFORE I WAS ABLE TO STOP MY CAR IT COMPLETELY DIED LEAVIN ME WITHOUT STEERING CAPABILITY. I COULDN'T EVEN OPEN THE TRUNK WHERE THE ACTUAL BATTERY IS. THE BATTERY WAS COMPLETELY DEAD. THE PROBLEM TURNED OUT TO BE THE ALTERNATOR. I HAD TO REPAIR THE ALTERNATOR ROTOR AND GET A NEW RECTIFIER AND BEARINGS. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT COVER THIS UNDER WARRANTY. I BELIEVE THIS PART WAS FAULTY AND SHOULD BE RECALLED. APPARENTLY THE PREMATURE FAILURE OF THIS PART IT IS COMMONPLACE FOR THIS VEHICLE. I WASN'T GOING VERY FAST AND WAS ABLE TO BEGIN PULLING OVER AND SLOWING DOWN. AS IT WAS I DID NOT HAVE ENOUGH INERTIA AND WAS STILL PARTIALLY IN THE ROAD WAY. HAD I BEEN ON THE FREEWAY, THIS COULD HAVE BEEN DEADLY. I DID NOT EVEN RECEIVE A BATTERY LOW WARNING PREVIOUS TO THIS INCIDENT. *TR
Sep 04, 2014
DRIVING ON A TURNPIKE WITH THE CRUISE SET AT 75MPH AND THE "BATTERY SAFE MODE" INDICATOR CAME ON. FROM THEN IN A MATTER OF SECONDS MY RADIO FIRST SHUT OFF, THEN MY FORWARD COLLISION SENSOR, THEN MY BLIND SPOT SENSOR. THEN IN THE NEXT FOLLOWING MINUTE OR SO, EVERY ELECTRONIC DEVICE SHUT OFF AND MY CAR WENT INTO "LIMP MODE". IT WAS RAINING AND MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING AND I HAD TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE TURNPIKE FAST. WITH RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ALL AROUND ME AND ME HAVING TO FIND MY WAY THROUGH THE TRAFFIC TO THE SHOULDER SAFELY WITH NO BLINKERS, POWER STEERING, WINDSHIELD WIPERS, AND MY CAR WOULD NOT RUN OVER 1200 OR SO RPM'S. MY CAR WAS SLOWING FAST. BY THE TIME I GOT TO THE SHOULDER MY CAR HAD DIED. I HAD IT TOWED TO MY HOUSE. TRIED TO JUMP IT WITH NO SUCCESS. I TOOK THE BATTERY TO GET IT CHECKED NOT THINKING ABOUT HOW I WOULD GET BACK INTO THE TRUNK. I HAD TO CRAWL THROUGH THE BACK SEAT ACCESS TO THE TRUNK AND PULL THE EMERGENCY TRUNK CABLE. BATTERY WAS FINE AFTER ALL, AND TURNS OUT IT WAS THE ALTERNATOR, WHICH I FIGURED FROM THE START, I WAS JUST COVERING MY BASES. NEXT LOOKING FOR A NEW ALTERNATOR OR TO GET IT REPAIRED, I COULD NOT DO EITHER. ALL PLACES, PEP BOYS, O'REILY'S, AUTO ZONE, AND NAPA DID NOT HAVE THIS ALTERNATOR AVAILABLE. I WENT TO GET IT REPAIRED AND THEY SAID THE PART I NEEDED WAS ON NATIONAL BACKORDER. MY ONLY WAY WAS TO GO TO A DEALERSHIP TO BUY A NEW ONE. LUCKILY NO ACCIDENT HAPPENED ON THE TURNPIKE, BUT IT WAS A DANGEROUS SITUATION AND COULD HAVE TURNED OUT VERY BAD FOR ME AND MY 2 YEAR OLD SON IN THE BACKSEAT. THIS IS A PROBLEM DODGE NEEDS TO RECALL OR COVER THE COST FOR IT BEFORE SOMEONE IS KILLED. THE MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN IS HOW THE CAR DEALS WITH THIS FAILURE AND MAKES IT COMPLETELY UNSAFE TO DRIVE WITHIN A MATTER OF MINUTES FROM THE FIRST INDICATION OF A PROBLEM. *TR
Sep 03, 2014
WHILE DRIVING MY SEVERAL OF MY DASHBOARD LIGHTS FLICKERED WHILE DRIVING OVER 50 MILES AN HOUR (NOTE: ALTHOUGH I SELECTED 50 MPH, I DROVE AT VARYING SPEEDS DUE TO START/STOP TRAFFIC - THE INITIAL ISSUES HAPPENED AT ABOVE 50 MPH), I STARTED SMELLING BURNING SMELL - LIKELY WIRES AND BECAME CONCERNED, I ALSO HEARD A STRANGE WHIZZING SOUND. I KEPT DRIVING WHEN GRADUALLY MY CAR BEGAN TO LOSE POWER, THE DASHBOARD NOTIFIED ME THAT IT WAS GOING INTO BATTERY SAVING MODE AND THEN LESS THAN A MINUTE OR TWO LATER, MY POWER STEERING WAS GONE INSTANTLY, THE CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC AS I WAS COMING AROUND A TURN, HOPING TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT IN THE MIDDLE OF RUSH HOUR. I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO THE HILL AHEAD AND LET GRAVITY PULL ME INTO A SAFER PLACE. I DID NOT KNOW WHAT HAPPENED. I CALLED FOR A TOW TRUCK AND HAD NO POWER LEFT, NOT EVEN ENOUGH TO TURN ON THE FLASHERS. THE CAR DID NOT RESTART. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO SEARS FOR A CHARGING SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC AND TURNED OUT THAT THE ALTERNATOR WAS DEAD. THE BATTERY WAS ALSO DEAD. I PAID FOR A NEW BATTERY AND CONFIRMED THAT THE ALTERNATOR WAS NOT CHARGING THE NEW DIE-HARD ADVANCED GOLD BATTERY I JUST PURCHASED. I HAD IT TOWED A SECOND TIME TO TAKE IT TO THE DODGE DEALER BECAUSE I WAS INFORMED THAT IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE IT, EVEN THOUGH THE DEALER WAS ONLY 16 MINS AWAY THAT SAME DAY. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THE ALTERNATOR WAS DEAD. WE WILL CONFIRM MAIN CAUSE TODAY. THIS CAR IS A 2012 AND I COULD NOT UNDERSTAND HOW A CAR THAT NEW EVEN WITH 101,000 (A LARGE % ARE HIGHWAY MILES) COULD HAVE A BAD ALTERNATOR GO THAT SOON. SO FAR, MY BILL WILL BE OVER $1000 JUST TO REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR IN ADDITION TO THE $233 I HAD TO PAY FOR THE BATTERY AT SEARS. MORE DIAGNOSTICS ARE BEING DONE AT THIS TIME. THEY MENTIONED THAT IT WAS UNRELATED TO ANY PRIOR RECALLS. *TR
Aug 12, 2014
WHEELS
4 complaints
I PURCHASED MY CAR BRAND NEW DECEMBER 11, 2011 AND IT IS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER SXT PLUS. I HAD NO ISSUE WITH MY WHEELS, THEN IN JULY 2018 ISH. I WAS HAVING WHAT I THOUGHT WAS TIRE PROBLEMS. LES SCHWAB LOOKED AT MY TIRES AND IT WAS A BENT RIM. I PAID ALMOT $400 FOR A NEW RIM. THEN 3 MONTHS LATER I HAD ANOTHER BENT RIM, THIS TIME THE REPLAEMENT WOULD HAVE BEEN A MOPAR PART FOR OVER $600.. I WENT TO AN ONLINE STORE AND PURCHASED 4 NEW RIMS FOR AROUND $800, ALMOST THE EXACT SAME RIMS. I AM PERPLEXED THAT I CAN DRIVE THIS CAR FOR OVER 6 YEARS AND THEN HAVE 2 BENT RIMS WITHIN 3 MONTHS OF EACH OTHER. IS THERE A RECALL FOR THESE.
Oct 01, 2019
TIRE RIMS SUBJECT TO CRACKING, WHICH WILL REDUCE TIRE PRESSURE. TWO OF FOUR RIMS HAVE MINOR CRACKS WHICH REDUCED TIRE PRESSURE
Sep 16, 2019
ANOTHER BENT RIM ON DODGE CHARGER SUPERBEE RESULTING IN LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE. DODGE CHARGER ONLY HAS 15,000 MILES AND I HAVE HAD SEVERAL BENT RIMS. CONTINUE TO NOTIFY CHRYSLER OF ISSUE TO NO AVAIL. *TR
Feb 27, 2015
I HAVE INCURRED TWO BENT RIMS WITHIN THE FIRST 3500 MILES OF THE VEHICLE'S OWNERSHIP. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE NEW. THIS RESULTS IN SIGNIFICANT FRONT END VIBRATION AT SPEEDS OVER 45 MPH. THE WHEELS ARE CAST ALUMINUM ON MY VERSION OF DODGE CHARGER. DODGE OFFERS FORGED ALUMINUM ON THE HIGHER END MODELS. *TR
Dec 07, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
4 complaints
BLEND ACTUATORS BEHIND DASH WENT OUT. LOUD CLANKING NOISE. KNOWN ISSUE BY DODGE WITH NO INEXPENSIVE SOLUTION.
Apr 17, 2018
MY VEHICLE HAS THE SAME ISSUES REGARDING P60 / NHTSA 14V-634 RECALL. THE ALTERNATOR DOES NOT PROVIDE ENOUGH VOLTAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND THE ENTIRE SYSTEM BEGINS TO FAIL. WHILE DRIVING ON A STREET TRAVELING AROUND 30 MPH I RECEIVED NO WARNING AND MY BEGAN TO SHUT DOWN. ALL OF THE LIGHTS BEGAN TURNING ON AND OFF, THE WIPERS TURNED ON, AND THEN MY CAR COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THIS CAUSED ME TO NEARLY HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE AND INJURE MYSELF. THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY CONCERN AND SOMEONE COULD BE HURT.
Jul 12, 2017
MY 2012 DODGE CHARGER SXT HAS APPROXIMATELY 81,000 MILES. I HAVE NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH IT, MAINTENANCE HAVE ALWAYS BEEN DONE ON TIME. I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT WHEN I STARTED HEARING A NOISE FROM THE HOOD. I TURNED OFF THE CAR AND RESTARTED IT, THE NOISE WAS STILL THERE AND BECAME LOUDER. THEN SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF THE HOOD. I TURNED OFF THE CAR AND WAITED FOR THE SMOKE TO SUBSIDE, WHICH WAS ABOUT 40 MINUTES. THEN I OPENED THE HOOD AND AND THE SMELL OF BURNT WAS VERY STRONG. THE CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER THAT. WE HAD IT TOWED TO OUR MECHANIC AND HE CONFIRMED THE ALTERNATOR HAD CAUGHT FIRE. HE COULD NOT FIX ANYTHING BECAUSE THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IN THE CAR WHERE ACTING UP AND HE DOES NOT KNOW THE SYSTEM. HE ADVISED US ABOUT THE ALTERNATOR RECALL P60 AND SO I CALLED CHRYSLER AND THEY WERE ADAMANT THAT MY CAR DOES NOT HAVE ANY RECALLS FOR THE ALTERNATOR. HOWEVER ALL SYMPTOMS OF THIS RECALL P60 WERE PRESENT IN MY CAR. WE TOOK IT TO FIRESTONE AND THEY REFERRED US TO THE DEALER BECAUSE THEY CONFIRMED THE COMPUTER WAS ALSO DAMAGED AND THEY SAID THAT ONLY THE DEALER COULD HELP WITH THAT. I CALLED THE DEALER AS WELL AND THEY SAID, THERE IS NO WARRANTY ON THE ALTERNATOR, COMPUTER OR ANY OF THE COMPONENTS THE OTHER MECHANICS HAVE CONFIRMED FAILED IN THE CAR. CHRYSLER WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE VEHICLE HAS THE SAME ALTERNATOR ISSUE UNDER RECALL P60 AND NOW WE ARE LEFT WITH AN EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE REPAIR, CAR RENTAL. I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY ASSISTANCE IN GETTING CHRYSLER TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR SELLING A CAR WITH A DEFECTIVE ALTERNATOR. MY VEHICLE IS RELATIVELY NEW AND I WAS NOT COUNTING ON HAVING TO PAY FOR SUCH A HEFTY REPAIR TO A NEW CAR.
Jan 18, 2016
DRIVING TO WORK WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE MESSAGE OF "BATTERY SAVER MODE" APPEARED ON MY MESSAGE SCREEN. AFTER THAT HAPPENED, I NOTICED A WHISTLING NOISE FOLLOWED BY THE RADIO GOING OUT AND AIR CONDITIONING STOPPED BLOWING. THEN ALL OF THE SENSORS STARTED GOING OFF IN THE DASHBOARD; TRACTION CONTROL, ABS, CHECK ENGINE, AND SEATBELT. I TRIED TO GIVE MY DODGE CHARGER 2012 SXT SOME GAS SO THAT I CAN GET OFF THE ROAD, BUT THAT CUASED THE RPM'S TO REV UP TO OVER 7 AND OTHER GAUGES DID THE SAME THING AT THE SAME TIME. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO COAST INTO A GAS STATION SINCE THAT IS WHERE MY CHARGER COMPLETELY STOPPED!! NOTHING WOULD TURN ON AND CAR WASN'T MOVING!! AFTER CALLING FOR A TOW TRUCK, I LOOKED UP THESE ERRORS FOR 2012 DODGE CHARGERS AND THERE A LOT OF THEM!! THE ESTIMATE TO REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY WAS OVER $800!!! WHO HAS THAT MONEY JUST LAYING AROUND FOR RAINY DAYS?!?!? DODGE KNOWS IT HAS THIS PROBLEM AS YOU CAN FIND THE RECALLS FOR IT, BIT ONLY IF THE VIN# MATCHES. OTHERWISE YOU PAY OUT OF YOUR OWN POCKET. I AM SO INFURIATED RIGHT NOW!! I WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER CHRYSLER VEHICLE AGAIN!! MY 2012 CHARGER ONLY HAS 57,000 MILES AND THE ALTERNATOR GOES!!! THIS IS NOT RIGHT NOR SHOULD IT BE ACCEPTED!!!
Jun 24, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
4 complaints
AS I EXITED THE FREEWAY MY VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHUT DOWN AND LOSE POWER. I WAS ABLE TO SPUTTER AT 10 MPH FOR ABOUT A QUARTER MILE TO A PARKING LOT. THE VEHICLES ELECTRONICS WERE SHUTTING DOWN THE WHOLE TIME AND WEIRD ELECTRICAL ACTIVATION'S STARTED OCCURRING OR FREEZING ON THEIR OWN SUCH AS LIGHTS, SENORS, WIPERS, RADIO ETC. I COULD ALSO SMELL A BURNT ODOR EMITTING FROM THE AIR VENTS. WHEN I PARKED THE VEHICLE IT DID NOT START AND HAD SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. I CHECKED THE ENGINE AND SAW SOME SMOKE COMING FROM THE ALTERNATOR AND SMELLED BURNT. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER ON 01-22-18 AND THEY DIAGNOSED IT AS THE ALTERNATOR FAILING DUE TO THE RECALL BUT THERE WAS NO FIX YET FROM CHRYSLER. THEY STATED THE QUICK FIX IS REPLACING THE ALTERNATOR BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD HAVE TO COME BACK UNTIL THEY DISCOVER WHAT NEEDS TO BE FIXED ON THE RECALL. TODAY IS 01-24-18 AND MY VEHICLE IS NOT REPAIRED BECAUSE THE DEALER IS WAITING APPROVAL FROM CHRYSLER TO INSTALL A NEW ALTERNATOR SINCE THERE IS NO EXACT FIX FOR THE RECALL YET. THEY TOLD ME IT MAY BE AN ELECTRICAL COMPUTER PROBLEM, WIRING PROBLEM OR ALTERNATOR PROBLEM. THEY TOLD ME THEY MAY INSTALL A NEW ALTERNATOR TODAY (01-24-18) AND THEY HAD TO ORDER IT. I HAVE BEEN WITH NO VEHICLE SINCE 01-18-18 DUE TO THE DEALER AND CHRYSLER NOT PROBLEM SOLVING THEIR MISTAKE. I'M GLAD I DIDN'T CRASH OR WAS IN THE FAST LANE OF THE FREEWAY WHEN I LOST POWER BUT MY SON WAS SCARED BECAUSE HE DIDN'T KNOW WHAT WAS GOING ON. I CANT IMAGINE THE CONSEQUENCES IF THINGS HAD NOT GONE THE WAY THEY DID. SOMEONE COULD SERIOUSLY GET INJURED AT THE EXPENSE OF CHRYSLER FAILING TO FIND A FIX. WOULD THIS FALL UNDER THE LEMON LAW?
Jan 24, 2018
DRIVING ON FLORIDA TURNPIKE AND SEVERAL CAR INDICATOR WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, STABILITY CONTROL, BATTERY AND SO MANY OTHERS THAT I CANNOT REMEMBER THEM. A HIGH PITCHED NOISE WAS EMITTED, CAR STARTED SMOKING FROM VENTS AND SMELLED LIKE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. I WAS PASSING A TURNPIKE STOP AND WAS ABLE TO UNSAFELY CROSS SEVERAL LANES OF TRAFFIC TO PULL IN TO THE STOP. I MADE IT INTO THE PARKING LOT JUST IN TIME AND THE CAR CUT OUT. HAD TO TAKE TO BE TOWED TO THE CLOSEST MECHANIC AND LEAVE OVERNIGHT BECAUSE IT WAS TOO HOT TO CONNECT TO COMPUTER TO TROUBLESHOOT. THE BATTERY CASING WAS MELTED. THE ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY HAD TO BE REPLACED. I AM VERY GRATEFUL THAT I WAS NEXT TO A TURNPIKE STOP WHEN THIS HAPPENED OR MY CAR WOULD HAVE SHUT DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY AND COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A SERIOUS ACCIDENT.
Jun 19, 2017
I WAS DRIVING MY 2012 DODGE CHARGER SXT (BLACKTOP EDITION) APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON A HIGHWAY WHEN SUDDENLY THE CAR'S ELECTRONIC SYSTEM STARTING GOING HAYWIRE. THE ABS LIGHT WHEN ON, THEN THE RED BRAKE LIGHT, THEN THE ENGINE LIGHT AND SO FORTH. THE ELECTRONICS STARTED FLICKERING ON AND OFF. I HEADED FOR THE NEAREST EXIT AND JUST I WAS EXITING THE CAR'S STEERING ABILITY LOCKED UP AND COAXED IT TO THE MIDDLE MERIDIAN OF THE ROAD WHEN IT THEN SUDDENLY LOST POWER, NARROWLY AVOIDING AN ACCIDENT IN A BUSY NY INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN ON AND I CALLED AAA. THEY TRIED TO GIVE THE CAR A BOOST BUT IT ONLY POWERED THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM AND IT WOULD NOT START. ONCE THEY TOOK OFF THE CABLES IT HAD NO POWER. THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED AND IS AWAITING REPAIRS.THE CAR HAS NEVER HAD ANY PREVIOUS ISSUES AND I HAVE MAINTAINED ALL REGULARLY SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE WORK WITH THE DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE.
May 26, 2015
I WAS DRIVING AND SUDDENLY BEGAN TO FAIL THE ENTIRE BOARD AND HEATING ALONE IS LIT IT AND I COULD NOT LOWER THE WINDOWS AND POWER WAS SHUT DOWN AND THE LIGHTS WENT OUT AND IT WAS NIGHT THE WHEEL WAS HARD AND CLEAN BREEZES SEIZED MY CAR MANOMETERS WENT CRAZY STARTED GOING UP AND DOWN AS I COULD UNTIL I STOP MY CAR AND REFUSED TO ENSENDER RISKED MY CHILDREN. *TR
Dec 10, 2014
POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS
3 complaints
While driving my 2012 dodge charger at times it pops out of driving going into neutral. It happens when I'm on the hwy or in town. And the air bags has illuminated on the dash and it is at the dealership, and I was told, I have to pay for everything out of pocket.To replace it, popping out of gear while driving and the airbags. The dealership is not going to warranty anything because it's past. It does it off and on, and I don't know when it's going to happen. Popping in and out of gear. So I took it to the [XXX] 4025 Cleveland Blvd Caldwell Idaho. 83605. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Oct 25, 2025
Can not put car into park i have took it to normals dealership and referred to me that it's a recall issue.
Sep 17, 2025
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V240000 (POWER TRAIN) AND 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
Aug 10, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
3 complaints
I am experiencing the same issue as identified with NHTSA ID NUMBER: 11525511, June 5, 2023. Dodge has a known issue with the wiring for the fuse for the a/c located in the front PDC. Technical Service Bulletin NUMBER: 08-040-14 REV. A. On or around June 2020, I took my 2012 Dodge Charger to my local dealership during the COVID pandemic for an issue with my AC not working. I had the car inspected by numerous mechanics who indicated there was an issue with the fuse for the a/c clutch (#12), They would replace the fuse numerous times, the AC would come on and blow warm air or cool air, but mostly warm. Replacing the fuse numerous of times did not resolve the issue. Neither did replacing all the cooling system and radiator and fan as well. My auto shop had a mechanic who specializes on the computer for cars take a look at my Charger and found technical service bulletins NUMBER: 08-040-14 and NUMBER: 08-040-14 REV. A which directly describes the issue I am experiencing with my vehicle. The mechanic has even placed a small nail in the cavity next to the fuse to hold it in its place and my AC is blowing fine and cold air until that fuse is moved or touched. This also caused issues with the fuse for the steering wheel on the car which the Dodge dealership addressed when I lost steering power on my vehicle. They did NOT repair the issue with NUMBER: 08-040-14 on my vehicle. I paid the $199.00 diagnostic fee just for the shop to put a new fuse in (which I repeatedly told them was not the issue at that time) and I am still having the same problem. I would like Chrysler/Dodge to contact Armory Dodge and authorize not only a refund for the $199.00 diagnostic fee I paid to have the issue identified (which they did not) and also authorize the repair needed as instructed on the TSB NUMBER: 08-040-14. The dealership has informed me that they do not even have the repair kit needed Part No. 68235388AA (wire harness kit) and would need to do a workaround to repair the issue.
Jul 12, 2023
A licensed mechanic did a diagnostic test and the code P1DB7 came up. The reason for calling the mechanic was after driving my car the next day it didn't want to start, there was recalls already repaired apparently yet the code states that it's a Faulty Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Faulty Transmission Control Module (TCM). there's still an electrical problem TPMS is still not reading the computer system correctly is just not right therefore it's not reading anything correctly. the original control arms w/ball JT including the steering column is all bad and will cause a wreck or someone killed caused of the instability.
Aug 07, 2022
TAKARA RECALL I WAS COMING HOME FROM WORK AND MY CAR SHUT THE RADIO OFF AND SLOWLY STARTED SHUTTING OFF OTHER ACCESSORIES TO THE CAR. I WORK 30 MILES FROM MY HOUSE. WHEN I GOT HOME, THE CAR WOULD NOT SHUT OFF, WOULD NOT GO INTO PARK. AND EVERYTHING WAS GOING HAY WIRE. I HAD TO PUT THE PARKING BREAK ON SO I WOULD MOVE, BECAUSE I COULDN'T GET IT TO GO INTO PARK. THANK GOODNESS MY WINDOW WAS DOWN BECAUSE I COULDN'T UNLOCK THE CAR. I HAD TO CRAWL THROUGH THE THE BACK SEAT TO PULL THE EMERGANCY LEVER TO OPEN THE TRUNK. AFTER THAT I DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY.I SOON FOUND OUT THE BATTERY DIED AND THE ALTERNATOR BURNT UP. I HAVE REPLACE THE BATTERY AND THE ALTERNATOR AND STARTED THE CAR. IT RUNS BUT ALL THE ELECTRONICS ARE STILL INOPERABLE.
Feb 22, 2016
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
3 complaints
My ac was working decent, not how it should be, when I first got the vehicle. Now, the ac just blows warm air, no recirculation for feet setting. I am getting the code P0741 and it doesn't change.
Jun 05, 2023
VEHICLE ELECTRONICS STARTED TO SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE CAR THEN TURNED OFF AND SHIFTED TO PARK ON ITS OWN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. CAR WOULD NOT TURN ON WITH OUT A JUMP START WHEN DISCONNECTED WOULD NOT SHIFT AND WOULD NOT IDLE RIGHT BEFORE SHUTTING OFF
Aug 07, 2017
DODGE HAS KNOWN ISSUES AND RECALLS FOR ALTERNATORS BEING DEFECTIVE IN THEIR 2012 CHARGER MODELS BUT CONTINUES TO MAKE CUSTOMERS PAY OUT OF POCKET TO FIX THE ISSUE. I PURCHASED A 2012 DODGE CHARGER APRIL 2012 CASH. RECENTLY MY ALTERNATOR STOPPED WORKING ON THE CAR. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE NEAREST DODGE IN MY AREA TO HAVE TEST RAN ON THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR, THE BATTERY TESTED GOOD BUT THEY WOULD NOT TEST THE ALTERNATOR UNLESS I PAID A $100 FEE WHICH I COULD HAVE DONE FOR FREE AT THE NEAREST PARTS DEALER (AUTOZONE, O'RIELY'S). I RECENTLY REPAIRED MY CAR OUT OF POCKET $300 WITH NO ASSISTANCE FROM DODGE, BUT BEFORE DOING SO I SAW THERE HAS BEEN OVER 450,000 RECALLS FOR THE SAME ISSUE OF ALTERNATORS PREMATURLY GOING BAD. I CALLED 8008531403 AND 8009921997 AND SPENT OVER 2 HOURS ON THE PHONE WITHOUT A RESOLUTION, THE FIRST REP ADVISED THE RECALL IS VIN SPECIFIC ANDNOTHING APPLIES TO MY VIN, I TRIED TO EXPLAIN TO THE REP THAT THIS HAS BEEN A KNOWN ISSSUE FOR DODGE MODELS MADE SINCE 2010-2013 AND MY CAR WAS PRODUCED WITHIN THAT TIME FRAME. THE REP ADVISED ME TO TAKE IT IN FOR A DIAGNOSTIC AND I COULD SUBMIT FOR A POSSIBLE REIMBURSMENT IF ITS DETERMINED ITS FAULT DODGE. I ADVISED I WAS NOT COMFORTABLE WITH DOING SO IF I CANT BE GARAUNTEED I WILL BE REIMBURSED, I THEN ASKED FOR A SUPERVISOR. THE SUPERVISOR PAMELA (ID PH314) WAS RUDE FROM THE START OF THE CALL CALL AND TOLD ME ITS NOT HER CONCERN IF MY CAR GETS REPAIRED. I LOVE MY CAR AND HAVE BEEN CONSIDERING PURCHASING MY FIANCE A 2015-2016 MODEL BUT AFTER HOW I WAS TREATED I AM STRONGLY CHANGING MY MIND.
Aug 12, 2015
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3 complaints
Service power steering warning comes on, causes my gauge cluster to go blank & dark, I lose A/C, power steering, headlights work intermittently, blinkers & all steering wheel button options stop working, and my transmission will start downshifting shifting erratically. It downshifts so hard I'm afraid I'll lose control of my car. Yesterday I had a message pop up saying it was going into Power Saving Mode. When the power steering warning is on, my A/C will have half the vents blowing cold air, the other half blowing hot heater air. During the winter my heated seats only worked intermittently. All of these issues are related to the past recalls on my car that were supposedly fixed; however, the problems are still occurring. Can somebody please contact me about these recalls and tell me what I should do? Thank you!
May 09, 2023
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING, WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. IN ADDITION, THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED TO PROVIDE THE ACCURATE READINGS AND ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT COASTED INTO A SERVICED STATION WHILE THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO TURN OFF AND THE GEAR SHIFT FAILED TO COME OUT OF DRIVE. THE CONTACT USED THE PARK BRAKE AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HALEY CHRYSLER DODGE DEALER, LOCATED ON 5400 S LABURNUM AVE, RICHMOND VA 23231, PHONE NUMBER: (804) 663-5337, WHERE IT WAS REJECTED TO BE SERVICED DUE TO THE REMEDY PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR NOT BEING AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V240000 (POWER TRAIN) AND 17V435000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED AT HIS EXPENSE AND DID NOT OFFER FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 78,000. PART DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PART NOT AVAILABLE.
Sep 14, 2017
I STARTED MY VEHICLE AND PULLED OUT OF MY GARAGE AS I DO EACH MORNING. AS I WENT DOWN THE DRIVEWAY AT ALMOST IDLE SPEED, I COULD FEEL A STRONG RESISTANCE (AS IF THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS ON) AND THE POWER STEERING TIGHTENED UP. SUDDENLY A STRONG BURNING SMELL FILLED THE CAR, ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH CAME ON AND THE AC FAN BLEW ON HIGH SPEED. I IMMEDIATELY REVERSED BACK TO THE GARAGE (100 FEET OR LESS) AND WAS BARELY ABLE TO PARK. THERE WAS OBVIOUSLY SOMETHING BURNING UNDER THE HOOD AS THE SMELL FILLED THE GARAGE. I TURNED OFF THE CAR. WHEN AAA ARRIVED TO TOW IT, THE CAR WAS COMPLETELY DEAD. THE DRIVER CHOSE NOT TO JUMP IT FOR FEAR OF DOING MORE DAMAGE. MY LOCAL TRUSTED MECHANIC ADVISED ME THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON 2012 DODGE CHARGER ALTERNATORS AND HE BELIEVED THAT IT WAS MY ALTERNATOR THAT HAD FAILED. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO ARRIGO SAWGRASS DODGE WHERE THEY CONFIRMED THAT THE ALTERNATOR HAD IN FACT FAILED AND WAS BURNING. HE SAID THE RECALL DID NOT INCLUDE MY VIN AND THAT CHRYSLER WOULD NOT COVER MY EXPENSES. MY 16 YEAR OLD SON AND I WERE LUCKY WE WERE IN THE DRIVEWAY, LUCKY THE FIRE DIDN'T IGNITE WHILE WE WERE SLEEPING AND LUCKY MY SON (A NEW DRIVER) WAS NOT FACED WITH A TOTALLY DISABLED VEHICLE ON THE ROAD. ACCORDING TO THE RECALL, THIS FAILURE CREATED A HIGH RISK OF CRASH. HAD WE BEEN ON ANY ROAD INSTEAD OF MY DRIVEWAY, WE COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED.
Dec 07, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
3 complaints
Abs light and traction light on. Alternator looses power. Alternator does keep the car running when disconnect from the battery.
Jun 09, 2022
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE "DRIVER ASSISTANCE NO LONGER AVAILABLE" MESSAGE APPEARED. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKES SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AS THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 85,000. UPDATED 01/11/2017*CT STATUS UPDATE. 03/24/17.*JB UPDATED 7/10/18*JB *TR
Nov 23, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THIS WAS A SAFETY ISSUE SINCE IT MEANT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM COULD NOT BE TURNED OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNKNOWN.
Jun 23, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
3 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DOGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, WARNING LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUDDENLY DISPLAYED AND THE VEHICLES SPEED SUDDENLY BEGAN TO REDUCE. THE CONTACT INDICATED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE WHILE PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE SPEED WOULD NOT EXCEED 10 MPH. ALSO WHILE DRIVING, SMOKE FROM THE AIR VENTS WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 165,000.
Aug 24, 2020
I HAD JUST GOT OFF OF THE HIGH WAY AND IT APPEARED THAT MY CAR WASN'T DRIVING TO IT'S FULL SPEED. AS I GOT A BIT CLOSER TO MY DESTINATION MY RADIO CUT OFF AND THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON. AS I PULLED IN THE DRIVEWAY THE CAR SHUT OFF AND I TRIED TO START IT BACK BUT THE POWER WAS OUT FROM THERE. I HAD NO CLUE WHAT HAPPEN I JUST FIGURED THAT A LIGHT MAY HAVE BEEN LEFT ON ACCIDENTALLY OR SOMETHING BUT THAT WASN'T THE CASE. I TRIED TO GET A JUMP BUT THE CAR STARTED LITERALLY FOR 10 SECONDS AND NO MORE AFTER THAT. *TR
Nov 18, 2014
I PULLED INTO AN INTERSECTION AND THE ELECTRICAL ON THE VEHICLE STARTED FLASHING OFF AND ON. DASHBOARD, WIPERS, RADIO, TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE STUTTERING AND STALLING. I MADE IT THROUGH THE INTERSECTION, AND ABOUT 20 FEET FROM IT BEFORE THE CAR SHUT OFF COMPLETELY. THERE WAS MINIMAL POWER, SO THE HAZARDS WORKED, BUT THE KEY FOB WAS NOT DETECTED (I JUST BOUGHT A NEW BATTERY FOR IT LAST WEEK), THE WARNING LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD CONTINUED TO FLICKER EACH TIME I TRIED TO RESTART IT. THE MIDDLE SCREEN CAME UP BLANK OR WHITE, AND IT WOULD TAKE SEVERAL SECONDS BEFORE THE BUTTON/START INDICATOR WOULD MOVE FROM THE "RUN" TO THE "OFF" POSITION. THE BATTERY WAS OBVIOUSLY DEAD, BUT WHEN A PASSERBY STOPPED TO HELP ME TRY TO JUMP IT, IT WOULDN'T TAKE A CHARGE. THE ELECTRICAL CAPACITY CONTINUED TO DIMINISH AS I TRIED TO START IT, OR TRY DIFFERENT THINGS TO GET IT TO WORK. THE GREAT SHIFT LOCKED UP SO I COULDN'T PUT IT IN NEUTRAL TO ROLL THE CAR OUT OF THE WAY. SINCE IT WAS 4:30 ON A BUSY, DIVIDED HIGHWAY DURING A TORRENTIAL DOWNPOUR, I WAS TERRIFIED SOMEONE WAS GOING TO HIT ME FROM BEHIND. FORTUNATELY OCSO ARRIVED TO HELP DIVERT TRAFFIC, AND HE HELPED ME FIGURE OUT WHERE THE EMERGENCY DISCONNECT WAS FOR THE TRANSMISSION SO WE COULD PUSH IT OFF THE ROAD. AAA CAME BUT IT WOULDN'T STAY CHARGED. I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT HOME WITH THE TRAVEL CHARGER ON IT. I TRIED TO JUMP IT AGAIN SEVERAL TIMES, WITH NO LUCK, IT WAS COMPLETELY DEAD. SO, $800 LATER, I HAVE A NEW BATTERY, NEW ALTERNATOR, AND FEEL LUCKY THAT I DIDN'T GET STUCK IN THE INTERSECTION, GET REAR-ENDED, OR HADN'T LEFT ON MY TRIP TO NORTH CAROLINA YET. IT WAS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION, THAT COULD HAVE BEEN A LOT WORSE, AND THERE WAS ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING OR INDICATION THAT THE ALTERNATOR HAD GONE BAD. I KNOW I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE THAT HAS EXPERIENCED THIS BASED ON A GOOGLE SEARCH, AND APPRECIATE THAT THE NHTSA IS INVESTIGATING. *TR
Oct 01, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
3 complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHORTED TWICE WHILE DRIVING. AUTO PARK DISABLED MESSAGE CAME ON, TOUCH SCREEN WENT ALL WHITE THEN CUT OFF, SPEEDOMETER AND GAS GAUGE FLUTTERING. HAPPENED TWICE WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY DURING 4 MILE STRETCH.
Dec 27, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE PARKED, THE VEHICLE JERKED, THE WIPERS ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY, AND THERE WAS A BURNING ODOR AND A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE RADIO ALSO FAILED TO FUNCTION. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE STARTER AND ALTERNATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE ALTERNATOR WAS REPLACED. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
Apr 01, 2015
WAS CRUISING AT 50MPH WHEN ALL ELECTRICS DIED.. WOULD NOT RESTART. DODGE OFFICIAL GARAGE HAS TOLD ME ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY FAILURE. THEY WANT TO BILL ME BUT I SEE THERE IS AN INVESTIGATION ALREADY UNDERWAY REGARDING THIS
Aug 05, 2014
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN IT WAS TURNED IN EITHER DIRECTION. ROBERT LOEHR CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (567 E MAIN ST, CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121, (770) 382-5885) WAS NOTIFIED, BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS NO WARRANTY. A LOANER VEHICLE WAS PROVIDED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK FOR THE STEERING WHEEL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT ISSUED A STEERING RECALL REMEDY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY SERVICED THE VEHICLE FOR AN UNKNOWN MANUFACTURER STEERING RECALL CAMPAIGN AND ISSUED SEVEN TSBS FOR THE STEERING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 40,000.
Mar 11, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND FAILED TO RESTART WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER (CHRYSLER, JEEP DODGE, 9207 ADAMO DRIVE EAST, TAMPA, FLORIDA, 813-620-4300) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V435000 (STEERING). VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 67,000.
Aug 24, 2017
MY DODGE CHARGER WENT DEAD WHILE I WAS DRIVING ONE DAY. THE BATTERY INDICATOR CAME ON AND CHARGING SYSTEM ON MY MONITOR, I WAS DRIVING WITH MY WIFE IN THE CAR AND I WAS LUCKY TO BE ABLE TO TURN ON A SIDE STREET AS THE WIPERS CAME ON AND SUDDENLY I HAD NO MORE POWER TO STEER THE CAR. I HAD MY HAZARDOUS LIGHTS ON TOO AND EVERYTHING THEN WENT DEAD. I WAS LUCKY THAT DAY AND GOD WATCHED OVER ME AND MY WIFE. WHEN MY ROADSIDE SERVICE GOT THERE AND HE TRIED TO GIVE ME A JUMP IT WOULD NOT START AND HE TESTED THE BATTERY AND IT HAD A FULL CHARGE ON IT. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO THE DODGE DEALER THAT NIGHT. THE NEXT DAY I WENT TO FIND OUT THAT THE ALTERNATOR WAS FRIED. I LOOKED UP AT THE TIME MY VEHICLE WAS DOWN BEFORE MY ROADSIDE SERVICE GOT THERE THAT NIGHT. I FOUNDED OUT THERE WAS A P60 RECALL ALTERNATOR (AMP 160) FOR DODGE CHARGER YEAR 2011-2014. I CALLED CHRYSLER CORPORATION THE NIGHT I WENT DOWN, AND THEY LOOKED UP AND SAID IT WAS NOT ON MY VEHICLE. THEY SAID I HAD A AMP 180, BUT AFTER GETTING A NEW ALTERNATOR IN MY DODGE CHARGER I'M STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH A BATTERY SAVE MODE THAT KEEPS POPPING UP ON MY MONITOR SCREEN. I PLEADED WITH THE CHRYSLER CORPORATION THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE ALTERNATOR AND THAT NIGHT I COULD HAVE DIED. IF I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY. I DON'T FEEL SAFE EVERYDAY DRIVING, BECAUSE I HAVE TO GET ON THE HIGHWAY TO GO TO WORK. I'M GOING BACK TO THE DODGE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TO GET THIS BATTERY SAVE MODE CHECKED OUT, BECAUSE THEY USED ONE OF THE P60 RECALL ALTERNATOR TO FIX MY VEHICLE. I THINK THEY DON'T HAVE A STABLE ALTERNATOR, BECAUSE IT IS PROBABLY DRAINING THE BATTERY. *TR
Dec 20, 2016
STRUCTURE
3 complaints
2 OF THE 4 BOLT HEADS SHEARED OFF OF THE REAR CONNECTING POINTS ON THE ENGINE CRADLE. DRIVERS SIDE TIME IS UNKNOWN. PASSENGER SIDE HAPPENED IN MY DRIVEWAY WHEN CAR WAS COMING IN TO PARK. SEE PHOTOS. IF THE PASSENGER SIDE BOLT HEAD HAD SHEARED OFF ON THE ROAD, I WOULD HAVE CONTINUED TO DRIVE THE CAR. COULD THIS HAVE CAUSED A SEVERE ACCIDENT WHILE DOING THE COMMON SPEED LIMIT OF 75MPH? THEN THE ACTUAL CAUSE OF THE ACCIDENT WOULD HAVE BEEN OVERLOOKED AS THE SHEARED BOLT HEADS WOULD HAVE BEEN CONTRIBUTED TO THE ACCIDENT. CAUSE OF FAILURE HAS BEEN ATTRIBUTED TO RUST, BUT I CANNOT SEE A 1/2 BOLT RUSTING THROUGH IN 7 YEARS, EVEN IF 5 YEARS WERE SPENT IN NORTHERN OHIO. REPAIRS COST OVER $3800.00
Feb 19, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V043000 (STRUCTURE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
Oct 06, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO CLOSE SECURELY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE DOOR CABLE PANEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 71,000. UPDATED 11/20/14*LJ THE CONSUMER WAS REQUESTING TO BE REIMBURSED FOR THE REPAIRS. UPDATED 8/17/2015*JS
Sep 24, 2014
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
3 complaints
THE OIL PUMP IS NOT GIVING ENOUGH PRESSURE FOR THE CAR TO ACCELERATE THEREFORE CAUSING PROBLEMS ON THE ROAD AND MANY TIMES DANGEROUS SITUATIONS. THERE IS ALSO A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. I REPLACED EVERYTHING THAT COULD BE WRONG WITH IT EXCEPT THE DUAL STAGE OIL PUMP. I'VE TALKED TO MANY TECHNICIANS AND THEY SAID THAT THAT IS THE ONLY THING IT CAN BE. PLEASE REVIEW THIS ON THE 2012 DODGE CHARGER SXT RWD 3.6L ENGINE. IT IS A SAFETY CONCERN.
Aug 30, 2018
CYLINDER MISFIRE CAUSED CONVERTER TO BE REPLACED. SERVICE CENTER ADVISED ME TO CALL DODGE TO INQUIRE ABOUT CONVERTER BEING COVERED BY DODGR BECAUSETHE CONVERTER WAS COLLATERAL DAMAGE. STILL WAITING FOR RESOLUTION. *NO ACCIDENT**
Sep 19, 2016
I SMELLED SMOKE AS I WAS PULLING INTO A CONVENIENCE STORE. I STOPPED THE CAR BESIDE A GAS PUMP. AT THAT TIME I SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. I POPPED THE LATCH TO LOOK UNDER THE HOOD. I WAS TRYING TO FIND THE LATCH TO OPEN THE HOOD AND COULD NOT FIND IT, SO I LOOKED UNDER THE UNOPENED HOOD AND SAW A FIRE. I THEN GOT BACK INTO THE CAR AND MOVED IT AWAY FROM THE FUEL PUMPS AND AWAY FROM THE BUILDING. I GATHERED UP MY PHONE AND PHONE CHARGER, POPPED THE TRUNK TO SEE IF THERE WAS ANYTHING I NEEDED TO GET OUT. I THEN BACKED AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE AT A SAFE DISTANCE AND CALLED 911. THE POLICE AND THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CAME AND PUT THE FIRE OUT. THE CAR IS TOTALED. THE INTERIOR IS BURNED UP, THE 2 FRONT TIRES ARE BURNED UP, THE WIND SHIELD AND BOTH FRONT WINDOWS SHATTERED, THE ENGINE IS BURNED UP AND THE FRONT HALF OF THE CARS PAINT HAS BEEN BURNED UP.
Aug 09, 2015
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
3 complaints
MY CAR WAS WORKING FINE I WAS HEADING THE FREEWAY ACCELERATION WAS FORCED SOME BURNT SMELL CAME OUT OF THE AIR VENT MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT TURNED ON BUT BEFORE I WASN'T ABLE TO SET CRUISE CONTROL ASWELL I HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE I TURNED MY CAR OFF TURNED IT ON AGAIN I TRIED TO ACCELERATE BUT IT SEEMS MY BRAKES WERE LOCKED 2 DAYS LATER A MASSAGE APPEAR ON MY ODEMETER SAYING SOMETHING ABOUT TRANSMISSION SHIFTER STILL CAN'T DRIVE IT AND IT STILL SMELLS BURNT I TRIED TO CHANGE GEARS AND MY CAR JUMPED THE CAR HARD
May 15, 2018
ON 7-14-15, I STARTED MY VEHICLE. AS IT STARTED, I HEARD A "DING" NOISE. I OBSERVED ON MY DISPLAY TWO WARNING LIGHTS ON. THAT BEING THE ABS, AND ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) LIGHTS CAME ON. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, I DISCOVERED THIS MAY BE THE RESULT OF A SPEED SENSOR GOING OUT. (THIS ALSO DISRUPTS USE OF CRUISE CONTROL.) I CONTACTED MY LOCAL DODGE DEALER, ADVISING THEM I NEEDED A "FRONT LEFT SPEED SENSOR". THE SERVICE MANAGER SAID THAT PART IS ON NATIONAL BACKORDER. AFTER GOING BACK TO MY MAIN MECHANIC, HE SAID HE TALKED WITH HIS PARTS DEALER ABOUT GETTING THE PART ALSO FOR MY CAR. HIS PARTS DEALER ALSO TOLD HIM THAT THEY WERE ON BACKORDER. (CLOSE TO 600 ON BACKORDER.) THIS IS ALSO WHEN I LEARNED THAT A SPEED SENSOR IS NOT UNIVERSAL. THEREFORE, A SPEED SENSOR FOR THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL, WON'T FIT ON THE FRONT LEFT SPEED SENSOR SPOT. THIS TELLS ME THERE IS A LARGE PROBLEM WITH THESE SENSORS GOING OUT, ACROSS THE COUNTRY. BEING THE FRONT LEFT SPEED SENSOR FOR THE 2012 DODGE CHARGER (OR OTHER SIMILAR VEHICLES THAT UTILIZE THE SAME PART)
Jul 17, 2015
I WAS DRIVING MY 2012 DODGE CHARGER ON THE INTERSTATE WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SET. ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON IT'S ON, CANCELING THE CRUISE CONTROL SETTING. I COULD NOT TURN THE CRUISE CONTROL SETTING OFF, I COULD RESUME MY PREVIOUS SPEED SETTING, NOR COULD I SET THE CRUISE TO A NEW SPEED. I HAD TO STOP, TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND THEN BACK ON FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL SETTING TO RESET. I FEEL THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND THAT DODGE SHOULD ISSUE A RECALL TO FIX THE PROBLEM. *TR
Oct 21, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY
3 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY STALLED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED MORE THAN THREE TIMES DUE TO THE FAILURE. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE ELECTRIC WINDOW FAILED TO GO UP AND DOWN INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE SEVERAL TIMES AND INDICATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN OF WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD BE REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V467000 (AIR BAGS AND SEAT BELTS), 16V043000 (STRUCTURE), AND 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
Sep 01, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE IGNITION KEY WAS TURNED TO THE START POSITION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE FAILED TO OPERATE AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW OPENED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
Sep 03, 2015
I HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH MY WINDOWS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. THE PASSENGER WINDOW WOULD GO HALF WAY UP THEN GO BACK DOWN, BACK WINDOWS WOULDN'T WORK AT ALL. THEY HAD TO CHARGE THE BATTERY BECAUSE IT WAS LOW AND WOULD GO INTO BATTERY SAVING MODE AT RED LIGHTS. THEY REPLACED THE CAR RADIO BECAUSE IT WOULD CHANGE CHANNELS FOR NO REASON. THEY SAY IT IS AN ISSUE WITH THE ALTERNATOR BUT DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS TO FIX IT. I HAVE CALLED THE RECALL ASSISTANCE LINE TWICE AND HAVE GOTTEN NO RESPONSE. THIS CAR COULD BE DANGEROUS TO ME AND OTHERS AND NOBODY IS TAKING IT VERY SERIOUSLY. I HAVE MY CHILDREN IN THIS CAR AND MY GRANDCHILDREN IN THIS CAR. PLEASE HELP. *TR
Mar 18, 2015
TIRES
2 complaints
tire size is 235/55R19 the tires had to be replaced because they were wearing unevenly and loosing tread quicker than we believe they should. The rims prematurely rusted and the caps rusted so badly they could not be put back on the vehicle after the new tires we purchased were put on the car.
Dec 12, 2024
Purchased four Cooper Adventurer Tour P235/55R18 tires from Pep Boys Oct 2018. Drove them 19,000 miles with no road hazard incidents. I rotate tires every 5,000 miles. One tire developed a slow leak presently on the right rear side and now losing a couple psi per week. Placed the tire in a water filled wheelbarrow. Found hundreds of tiny bubbles developing around the entire sidewall where the design impressions are located. Problem is not at the bead nor at the tread. Suspect this could lead to a blowout due to a flawed manufacturing problem. Question is are the others from the same batch about to have the same problem. Have road hazard warranty but this is a tire flaw.
Nov 17, 2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2 complaints
The contact's husband owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle shuddered, lost motive power, and failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a handheld diagnostic machine retrieved DTC: P0016 (Cam and Crank shafts signals error). The vehicle was taken to the residence where the cam shaft and oil sensors were replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000.
Jul 03, 2024
VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY EMITS A CHEMICAL ODOR FROM THE A/C VENTS. AT TIMES IT IS ALMOST INTOXICATING CAUSING HEADACHES AND SORE THROAT. AT TIMES IT IS A LIGHT ODOR OTHERS VERY STRONG TO THE POINT WINDOWS HAVE TO BE ROLLED DOWN......UPDATED 10/20/15 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE WATER PUMP WAS SLOWLY LEAKING AND THE ODOR WAS BURNING ANTI-FREEZE ON THE ENGINE. UPDATED 11/03/15.*JB
Jul 14, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
2 complaints
CODE: RFH B259E-01 TRUNK/LIFTGATE DOOR HANDLE SENSE-GENERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE. TRUNK OPENS WHILE DRIVING, THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE TO DODGE WITH THOUSANDS OF VEHICLE OWNERS EXPERIENCING THIS ISSUE.
May 06, 2021
ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON SEVERAL TIMES, LAST TIME ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON CAR STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE AND HAS FAILED TO WORK FOR A THIRD TIME; DOOR HAS OPENED WHILE DRIVING AND WOULD NOT CLOSE UNTIL SEVERAL TIMES CLOSING IT WOULD IT FINALLY ENGAGE AND CLOSE.
Aug 15, 2017
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
2 complaints
MAY 25 2020, 2012 DODGE CHARGER SE. I WAS PARKING THE VEHICLE IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA AND TRIED TO MAKE A LEFT TURN TO STRAIGHTEN THE CAR, THE SERVICE POWER STEERING LIGHT CAME ON AND I'M NOT ABLE TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL IN ANY DIRECTION. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE MECHANIC AND HE CHANGED THE FUSE 4 DIFFERENT TIMES AND IT POPPED ON HIM. NO ONE HAS ANY REMEDIES TO CORRECT THIS ISSUE THAT'S OBVIOUSLY NOW AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH DODGE CHARGERS THROUGHOUT DIFFERENT YEARS AND MODELS. PLEASE HAVE A RECALL PERFORMED FOR THE PARTS NEEDED TO REMEDY THIS SITUATION. THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE ON THE ROAD UNDER THESE CONDITIONS. *TR
May 26, 2020
BATTERY SAVER MODE APPEARED ON MY DASH. WASN'T SURE WHAT IT MEANT SO I TOLD MY HUSBAND TO TAKE THE CAR TO GET A DIAGNOSTIC TEST DONE. HE WENT TO AUTO ZONE TO GET IT CHECK AND UPON GETTING THIS DONE HE STATED "THE CAR IS GOING CRAZY" EVERY LIGHT IMAGINABLE WAS APPEARING. THE WINDOWS WOULDN'T GO DOWN, THE RADIO STOP PLAYING, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULDN'T MOVE. IN SO MANY WORDS THE CAR JUST DIED.... I HAD TO GET MY CAR TOWED TO A SERVICE CENTER ONCE THERE I HAD TO PURCHASE A BATTERY BECAUSE THEY SAID THE BATTERY WAS DEAD. ONCE THE BATTERY WAS INSTALLED THE CAR STARTED AGAIN, BUT THEY COULDN'T TEST MY CAR BECAUSE THERE SYSTEM WASN'T UP TO DATE. SO I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE MY CAR HOME. WHILE DRIVING HOME THE BATTERY SAVER MODE LIGHT APPEARED AGAIN THEN THE BATTERY LIGHT APPEARED. I CALLED THE DODGE DEALERSHIP NEAR ME AND SPOKE TO SOMEONE IN THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT WHO TOLD ME THAT LIGHT INDICATES A BAD ALTERNATOR AND THAT I WILL NEED TO REPLACE MINE AND BEING THAT MY WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED I WILL HAVE TO PAY OUT OF POCKET AND OF COURSE IT IS PRICEY. *TR
Sep 09, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),VISIBILITY/WIPER
2 complaints
ON APRIL OF 2018, MY CAR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON . I NOTICED MY CAR BARELY TAKING OFF AS I INCLINE A HILL OR MAKE A SUDDEN STOP. AFTER OBSERVING HOW MY CAR WAS DRIVING SUDDENLY SLOW, I THEN TOOK IT TO LANDMARK DODGE IN MORROW,GA.FOR A DIAGNOSTIC. THE CODE GIVEN WAS P06DD(DEALERS CODE). I HAD TO GATHER UP 2500.00 TO GET (VALVE BODY WORK) DONE. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYED OFF UNTIL OCTOBER 2019 WHERE I TOOK MY CAR TO AUTO ZONE FOR A FREE DIAGNOSTIC, BUT TO MY SURPRISE IT GAVE THE SAME CODE. I WORK BACK AND FORTH OUT OF TOWN SO THEREFORE I DIDN'T MAKE IT BACK IN TIME TO GET IT REINSPECTED AGAIN FOR THAT CODE. RECENTLY ON APRIL 1ST.MY CAR STALLED AND ALL LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD CAME ON INCLUDING WINDSHIELD WIPERS. I DO NOTICED FURTHER AHEAD A WEEK LATER THAT WHEN EVER I RUN OVER A POT HOLE OR BUMP IN THE ROAD IT DOES IT MORE OFTEN. AS OF NOW, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS STILL ON AND MY CAR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STILL IS FAILING. I'VE OWNED MY CAR FOR 7 1/2 YEARS NOW AND DO PLAN ON KEEPING IT AROUND FOR AT LEAST 10 MORE YEARS. THE CAR RUNS GREAT AND IS GOOD ON GAS. THANKS *TR
Apr 16, 2020
MY ALTERNATOR OR STARTER WENT OUT MY CAR STOPPED ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FREEWAY. IT WOULD NOT TURN OVER WHEN I TRY TO START. I HAD TO GET A TOW TRUCK TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO MY HOME. ALSO THE FRONT HEADLIGHT HARNESS BURNT OUT AND I HAD TO PUT ANOTHER OBE WHICH DOES NOT WORK SOMETIMES
Mar 12, 2020
SUSPENSION
2 complaints
FRONT RIGHT SUSPENSION SUPPORT BROKE TWICE ALREADY. PLEASE ISSUE RECALL!!!
Oct 31, 2019
MY CAR IS MAKING A CREAKING NOISE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT. WHEN PARKED AND OPENING THE DRIVER'S DOOR THE SAME NOISE CAN BE HEARD. WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR IT STARTED MAKING THE NOISE AND I TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER SO THAT IT CAN BE REPAIRED. A COUPLE OF WEEKS LATER IT STARTED BACK. WHEN I WENT ONLINE I FOUND THAT MY CHARGER WAS NOT THE ONLY ONE MAKING THIS TYPE OF NOISE AND THAT MANY PEOPLE HAD STRUTS, THE SUSPENSION AND OTHER PARTS REPLACED ONLY TO HAVE THAT SAME NOISE RETURN. I TOOK MY CAR TO A SHOP AND HAD IT LOOKED AT BUT THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING. WHEN MAKING TURNS IT DO NOT MAKE THE NOISE BUT WHEN DRIVING THE CREAKING NOISE CAN BE HEARD CLEARLY. CAN SOMEONE FIND OUT WHAT IS MAKING THIS CREAKING NOISE AND TELL ME WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE TO REPAIR IT. I DON'T WANT TO SPEND MONEY TO REPLACE PARTS HAT DO NOT NEED REPLACING AND STILL HAVE THE NOISE. THANK YOU. *TR
Nov 03, 2016
STEERING,SUSPENSION
2 complaints
TAKATA RECALL STEERING WHEEL LOCK UP WHILE TURNING
Aug 31, 2019
I'M A POLICE CHIEF HERE IN ALABAMA,MY DEPARTMENT HAS SIX CHARGERS AND THE FRONT SUSPENSION HAS BEEN REPLACED IN EVERY ONE OF THEM,SOME TWO OR THREE TIMES SINCE PURCHASED ALSO POWER STEERING PUMPS HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN SEVERAL. THIS IS RIDICULOUS...NO RECALL!!!!! *TR
Oct 08, 2014
VISIBILITY
2 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUN ROOF WOULD NOT OPEN PROPERLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO PRESS THE OPEN SWITCH MORE THAN A FEW TIMES. OCASIONALLY, THE SUN ROOF BECAME STUCK AND WOULD NOT OPEN OR CLOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TOM DAVIS DODGE CHRYSLER (214 TX-332, LAKE JACKSON, TX 77566, (979) 258-1519), BUT THE CONTACT DID NOT WANT TO PAY $100 FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
Mar 22, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THERE WAS A LOAD ABNORMAL NOISE FROM THE TOP OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 3,300.
May 30, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,ENGINE
2 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT BEGAN EXPERIENCING FAILURES WITH THE VEHICLE AFTER IT RECEIVED AN UNKNOWN RECALL REPAIR REGARDING THE AIR BAGS FROM GARY MATHEWS MOTORS (1100 NEW ASHLAND CITY ROAD, CLARKSVILLE, TN 37040). SHORTLY AFTER THE DEALER PROVIDED THE REPAIR, THE CRUISE CONTROL AND RADIO INTERMITTENTLY ACTIVATED AND WERE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. IN ADDITION, THE SERVICE ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. SISK CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (4599 FORT CAMPBELL BLVD, HOPKINSVILLE, KY 42240) AND GARY MATHEWS MOTORS WERE CONTACTED, BUT THE VEHICLE HAD NOT YET BEEN DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE VIN, FAILURE MILEAGE, AND RECALL INFORMATION WERE NOT AVAILABLE.
May 10, 2018
FIRST OF ALL THE CUSTOMER SERVICE AT THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP! SUCKS! WHEN YOU CALLED THEY (IT'S A CALL CENTER), AND THEY TRANSFER WHERE NO ONE EVER PICKS UP. MY PROBLEM OCCURED ON 8/6/2014. MY CAR WAS DRIVING IN BATTERY MODE (WHICH IS NOT LISTED IN THE MANUAL BY THE WAY). SO, I CALLED THE DODGE CHYRSLER CUSTOMER SERVICE TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS GOING ON 1-800-423-6343. ONLY THING THEY ADVISE WAS TAKE TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING (WHICH YOU THE CONSUMER HAVE TO PAY FOR). NOW REMIND YOU I HAVE ONLY HAD THIS CAR FOR ONE YEAR AND I AM THE SECOND OWNER. I HAVE KEPT UP ALL MY OIL CHANGES AND REGUALR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FOR MILEAGE, BUT ALL ALL OF SUDDEN THE FREAKING ALTERNATOR GOES OUT ON A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. OF COURSE THIS DOES NOT SOUND RIGHT. SO, I GET A CALL BACK FROM THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP AND THEY ADVISE ME THAT IT WILL BE $655 PLUS DIAGNOSTIC. I HAVE BEED ADVISED BY THE DEALERSHIP AS WELL AS THE CHYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER CENTER THEY CAN NOT ASSIST WITH COST DUE TO DECLINE MATRIX AND THE HISTORY OF THE VEHICLE. I HAVE GOTTEN NOTHING BUT BS FROM EVERYONE IN REGARDS TO THE SO CALLED CASE NO. THEY GAVE ME. THE CUTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE HAVE BEEN EXTREMELY RUDE. I ASK FOR A MANAGER WHICH THEY ADVISED ME THEY COULD NOT GIVE ME. (REMIND YOU AGAIN I USE TO WORK FOR A CALL CENTER) I HAVE NOT NEVER HEARD A REP TELLING A CUSTOMER YOU CAN NOT SPEAK TO A MANAGER. BULL CRAP! ALSO, I WAS TOLD THEY ARE NOT ALLOWED TO GIVE OUT HEADQUARTERS NUMBERS OR INFORMATION OF ADDRESS (WHICH I ENDED UP GOOGLE THE INFORMATION). I PLANNED ON TAKING THIS MATTER UP. I HAVE ELECTRIC ISSUES, AIRBAG ISSUES, AND MORE SINCE I GOT THIS VEHICLE. EVERYONE TRIED TO WARN ME ABOUT BUYING A DODGE, BUT I GUESS THEY WERE RIGHT ANG I WAS WRONG. THANKS, A CONCERN OWNER OF A DODGE CHARGER. *TR
Aug 12, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
2 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER (EXTENSIVE FOG), THE CONTACT REACHED DOWN TO PICK UP AN ITEM, AND THE VEHICLE VEERED SOUTHBOUND INTO NORTHBOUND TRAFFIC. A CRASH OCCURRED. THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG AND FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITH FORCE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED LACERATIONS TO THE FACE AND EYES, FRACTURES TO BOTH WRISTS, AND INJURIES TO THE BACK AND SPINE. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. THE CHILD PASSENGER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL TREATMENT. THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN IF THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), 15V467000 (AIR BAGS), 16V352000 (AIR BAGS), AND 16V043000 (STRUCTURE). THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
Jul 18, 2017
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VIN WAS EXCLUDED FROM NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 16V739000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS), 15V467000 (AIR BAGS), AND 16V043000 (STRUCTURE). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
Feb 15, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
2 complaints
MY VEHICLE HAS 3 DIFFERENT RECALLS. THESE SAFETY HAZARDS ARE DANGEROUS FOR MY CHILDREN AND I. WHEN I PARK MY CAR STILL ROLLS. I LIVE IN TEXAS SO THE CHANCES OF MY AIRBAGS EXPLODING DUE TO HEAT AND HUMIDITY ARE VERY HIGH. THERE IS ALSO A RECALL ON THE CAR JACK WHICH IS DANGEROUS AS WELL. YOUR ATTENTION TO THESE MATTERS ARE GREATLY.APPRECIATED.
Jun 23, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE BEING OPERATED. THE BRAKE AND AIR BAG WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE FIRST DEALER STATED THAT THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO ANOTHER DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR SHORTED OUT THE BATTERY. ADDITIONALLY, THE ALTERNATOR MALFUNCTIONED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 100,000. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
Jul 21, 2016
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
2 complaints
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE CAR SOUND LIKE I HAD A FLAT TIRE . GOT OUT THERE WAS NO FLAT TIRES. KEPT DRIVING AND THE CAR SHUT OFF AT THE LIGHT . STARTED AGAIN AND DIED ON THE STREET WITH NO WARNING . GOT THE CAR TOWED TO DODGE OF PEMBROKE PINES FLORIDA . THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT'S WRONG . FIRST THEY SAID THE PCM GOT MESSED I BY THE ALTANATOR THEN GOT A CALL SAYING THAT'S NOT THE PROBLEM . NEVER HEARD BACK FROM DODGE SINCE FRIDAY , IT'S MONDAY NOW . I COULD HAVE DIED IF THE CAR CUT OFF ON ME ON THE HIGHWAY . I KEEP UP WITH THE SERVICE AND THE CAR DIED . THEY SAY THE BATTERY IS GOOD . WHILE DRIVING THE WIPERS CAME ON AND THREW ME 10 DIFFERENT CODES THEN TURNED OFF.
May 08, 2017
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BATTERY AND LOW BATTERY VOLTAGE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ONCE THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN STARTED AND PUT IN MOTION. WHILE DRIVING, VARIOUS WARNING INDICATORS FLASHED, THE RADIO SHORTED, AND THERE WAS A LOSS OF POWER AND STEERING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO A REPAIR SHOP. A MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SHIFTED FROM PARK INTO ANOTHER GEAR AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE BEING SERVICED AT THE REPAIR SHOP. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT THE CONTACT HAD NOT YET RECEIVED A RESPONSE FROM THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V240000 (POWER TRAIN) AND 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 79,000. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
Mar 09, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
2 complaints
WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STARTED MAKING A WHINING NOISE. SOON AFTER, WE SMELLED AN ODOR OF BURNING RUBBER. WITHIN 10 MINUTES, A VEHICLE WARNING LIGHT APPEARED INDICATING THE CHARGING SYSTEM WAS MALFUNCTIONING. ABOUT 5 MINUTES LATER, THE BATTERY SAVE MODE LIGHT CAME ON, WE LOST ABS AND ESC, AND THE CAR SEEMED TO HAVE LOST POWER. WE WERE CLOSE TO A DODGE DEALER SO WE HAD THE CAR LOOKED AT. DEALER HAD TO REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR. I ASKED ABOUT A RECALL OR SERVICE BULLETIN AND THE SERVICE AGENT SAID THERE WASN'T ANYTHING ON THE CAR. THIS CAR WAS IN OTHERWISE PERFECT CONDITION, ALL SERVICES PERFORMED ON TIME, WITH UNDER 61000 MILES.
Jan 26, 2016
WHILE PARKED AND WHILE DRIVING, THE ABS, ESC, AND BRAKE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMPS ILLUMINATE WITH A DOUBLE WARNING CHIME. AFTER 1 TO 2 MINUTES, THE INDICATORS TURN OFF. WHILE THE INDICATORS ARE ILLUMINATED, THE RESPECTIVE SYSTEMS ARE NOT ENABLED. THIS WAS TESTED IN WINTER WEATHER BY BRAKING ON SLIPPERY ROADS WITH NO ANTI-LOCK INTERVENTION, AND ACCELERATING AROUND A CORNER WITH NO TRACTION CONTROL OR STABILITY CONTROL INTERVENTION. THE ISSUE ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR HAS BEEN IN OPERATION FOR MORE THAN 30 MIN, AND IS AGGRAVATED BY WET CONDITIONS, OR A CAR WASH WITH UNDERCARRIAGE SPRAY. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP WITH THE SAME RESULTS. "COULD NOT REPRODUCE THE PROBLEM". *TR
Feb 13, 2015
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
2 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V467000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
Sep 14, 2015
TL * THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE OTHER MOTORIST LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, STRUCK THE FRONT END OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE, AND BECAME AIRBORNE UNTIL IT CRASHED INTO AN EMBANKMENT. THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN THE CONTACT AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUFFERED INJURIES TO THE FACE, NECK, AND BACK. THE REAR SEAT BELT ALSO FAILED TO RESTRAIN THE PASSENGER. AS A RESULT, NECK AND BACK INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S INSURANCE COMPANY FOR FURTHER INSPECTION. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT AND AIR BAG FAILURES WERE NOT CAUSED BY A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,837.
Aug 05, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM,ENGINE
2 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AS THE ABS, BATTERY, AND TRACTION WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
Aug 24, 2015
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 15MPH AND THE TPMS LIGHT AND TRACTION LIGHT FLASHED ON THE DASH AND THAN I STARTED SMELLING SMOKE AND HEARING A LOUD HIGH PITCHED NOISE, CAR STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF ROAD CREATING A HAZARD, I GOT OUT QUICKLY AND POPPED THE HOOD AND SMOKE FLEW OUT OF THE ALTERNATOR AREA. TOOK CAR IN AND DODGE IS TRYING TO CHARGE 790.00 TO FIX THIS VERY COMMON ISSUE ON THE 3.6 2012 DODGE CHARGER SE. *TR
Jun 22, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
2 complaints
WHILE I WAS DRIVING AROUND 20 MPH, MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO LOSE POWER. THE ESC, ABS, ETC AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ALL AT ONCE AND I HAD TO QUICKLY GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT THE USE OF GAS. THE GEAR SHIFT WAS STUCK AND THE SCREEN ON MY DASHBOARD INFORMED ME THAT I NEEDED TO PUSH THE START BUTTON TO PUT MY VEHICLE IN PARK. I SAT WITH MY CHILDREN ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR 10 MINUTES BEFORE THE CAR STARTED AGAIN. LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD WERE STILL ON BUT I WAS ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY DIAGNOSED IT AS A FAULTY TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR AND SOME ISSUE WITH A CYLINDER NOT FUNCTIONING. I PAID OUT OF POCKET FOR THE COST OF REPAIR. A MONTH LATER, I RECEIVE THE P60 RECALL LETTER AND IT SEEMS TO DESCRIBE THE ISSUE I HAD. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY MADE ME FEEL LIKE I WAS INCOMPETENT. I LEFT THE ISSUE ALONE AND HAD THE RECALL ON THE ALTERNATOR REPAIRED IN APRIL. LAST WEEK, AUGUST 1ST, MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND THE EXACT SAME THING HAPPENED TO HIM AGAIN WITHOUT WARNING. ESC, ABS, ETC AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND HE HAD TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SAFELY WHILE HE LOST POWER IN THE CAR. GEAR SHIFT WAS STUCK AND HE HAD TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK BY PRESSING THE START BUTTON. SAT ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR 20 MINUTES BEFORE HE WAS ABLE TO RESTART AND DRIVE TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE SAME DODGE DEALERSHIP IS NOW TELLING US TO REPAIR THE LEFT REAR SPEED SENSOR, FOR THE SAME ISSUE WE HAD IN OCTOBER.
Aug 04, 2015
VEHICLE'S ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, BATTERY SAVER MODE TURNED ON THEN OFF AGAIN, RADIO DISPLAY SCREEN SHUT OFF, RPM'S SPIKED, DASH DISPLAY SCREEN TURNED WHITE THEN ALL POWER TO VEHICLE SHUT OFF. *TR
Feb 19, 2015
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
2 complaints
IN NOVEMBER OF 2014 I RECEIVED A LETTER INDICATING THAT MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN RECALLED DUE TO ISSUES WITH THE ALTERNATOR. THE RECALL STATED THAT THE ABS, ESC,EMC, AND CBC SYSTEMS COULD/WOULD EXPERIENCE ISSUES DUE TO THE FAILING ALTERNATOR. RECENTLY, MY VEHICLE'S INDICATOR LIGHTS APPEARED SHOWING THAT I WAS EXPERIENCING FAILURES TO A FEW OF THOSE SYSTEMS. THE DEALERSHIP WAS CLOSED AT THE TIME, SO I IMMEDIATELY CALLED THE DODGE 24 HOUR HOTLINE TO INQUIRE ABOUT THE STATUS OF THE RECALLED PARTS. ON THAT DAY, I WAS TOLD THAT ONLY A TEMPORARY FIX COULD BE OFFERED BECAUSE THE PARTS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR MONTHS. A FEW DAYS LATER, I WAS ISSUED A LETTER STATING THAT THE DEALERSHIP WILL BE ABLE TO FIX MY RECALLED ALTERNATOR. I SET UP AN APPOINTMENT IMMEDIATELY AND CALLED DODGE HEADQUARTERS TO VERIFY THAT THIS IS A PERMANENT FIX. AT THAT TIME I WAS AGAIN TOLD THAT THE FIX IS ONLY TEMPORARY. WHEN I WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP I WAS TOLD THAT I WAS RECEIVING A PERMANENT FIX. OVERALL, I AM UNSURE IF MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN TEMPORARILY FIXED OR IF I'VE RECEIVED A PERMANENT FIX. IN ADDITION, THE DEALERSHIP TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY IN ASSISTING TO FIX THE SYSTEMS THAT FAILED AS A RESULT OF THE RECALLED ALTERNATOR. I WAS TOLD THAT I WOULD HAVE TO PAY $75 JUST FOR THEM TO INSPECT THE REST OF THE VEHICLE AND THEN PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR THE SYSTEMS THAT WERE AFFECTED BY THE RECALL. I FIND THAT TO BE ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS. THERE IS A DIRECT LINK AND THE DEALERSHIP/DODGE SHOULD TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY ISSUES WITH THE ABS, ESC, EMC, AND/OR CBC SYSTEMS. I AM DISHEARTENED BY THIS HORRIBLE INTERACTION WITH DODGE AND THE COMPANY'S DEFIANCE IN FIXING ALL ISSUES THAT ARE DIRECTLY LINKED TO THEIR MISTAKE. ALL IN ALL, I HAVE NO CLUE IF MY CAR HAS BEEN PROPERLY FIXED BECAUSE I'VE GOTTEN AN INFLUX OF DIFFERENT INFORMATION AND I AM BEING HELD RESPONSIBLE TO PAY FOR DODGE'S MISTAKE. *TR
Mar 26, 2015
I WAS DRIVING 55MP AND THE CARS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM JUST WENT CRAZY (RADIO,LIGHTS ETC.) AND THE CAR CUT OFF I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO WALDORF DODGE. I GOT A CALL SEVERAL HOUR LATER WITH A $1200.00 EST. TO FIX IT. I REFUSED ONLY TO FIND OUT THE PART (ALTERNATOR WAS ON THE RECALL LIST. *TR
Jan 12, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
Says that my car is simply just dead smells like gas when trying to start up and shakes but doesn’t start up
Jan 31, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
My insuramce claim is [XXX]. [XXX] afternoon. My car was parked on hill parking lot. I put on drive, was getting ready to leave and go home. Car has no acceleration, start sliding down while i stepped on gas. So I stepped on brake and no brake, car kept sliding downhill and hit another subaru. Nothing worked then I stepped on e brake and saved my life. My car computer has a malfunctioning.This car and accident has causes me so much emotional stress, i was shaking up and i will not ever get into that car again. Please contact me [XXX] . Id like you guys to get into my car computer box to tell me what caused my car out of control before i take my car to dodge. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Dec 09, 2024
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
I purchased a 2012 Dodge Charger shortly after tha it just stopped working. It was perfectly fine and then it just wouldn't start. It only turned on to accessory mode. The lights ,radio,ac, ect. turned on but the vehicle did no. The brake pedal was very hard couldn't be pushed down. On the dashboard a red lightning bolt symbol with two parentheses appeared. I got it towed the dealership send the problem was the battery and the key fob. I picked it up it was fine and then a few days later while driving on the highway it suddenly started to lose power and completely stopped. same red lightning bolt symbol appeared.I barely made it to the side of the road. I had my son with me. It was a very scary situation our lives were in danger as well as the other drivers behind me because of the sudden decrease in speed. I had to get it towed for the second time. The dealership said that they changed the fuel pump. It was fine after that then couple weeks later I noticed the check engine light come on for about half a day then turn off. 2 Days later I went to turn it on and it did not start, same red lightning bolt symbol appeared again. I got it towed to the manufacture dealership for a recall and they did diagnostic and are telling me that it is the starter switch. They didn't mention anything about the red lightning bolt and it still doesn't turn on
Jun 04, 2024
ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
Was just driving and the engine just cut off now it want start. I carried it to a certified mechanic he said the motor locked up. He also said it's common for this 3.6 to do this. Something about stuff getting in the engine and causes the bearings to mess up and the pistons.
Jun 02, 2024
Other/I am not sure
1 complaint
It is not staying in the proper level
May 11, 2024
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 complaint
When I purchased the car it had been used as a police car in the state of Mississippi. So after I bought the car I checked for any recalls and found it to have 2 open recalls. 1 was a passenger side airbag and the other was the alternator. So I contacted Moss motor company in South Pittsburg Tennessee and they agreed to do the recalls. After they had finished installing the air bag they told me the alternator wasn't required for change out because the part number listed on it wasn't warranted. So I did some investigating and found my part number to be 7030. The part numbers not required for change out is 7051-7031-and 7170.. It's listed under the NHTSA S68/16v-739 recall. Since I've had the car I have had blinking headlight issues.. I have a little bit of automobile knowledge and I knew it had to be a grounding problem or a alternator problem. So I even added a couple of grounds from the engine to the chassis with no improvement. So I contacted a good friend of mine whom is a retired Dodge Chrysler master technician and he agreed to check my alternator for fluctuating amperage. He placed a device around the lead wire coming from the alternator to the battery and when he did the needle was constantly fluctuating very rapidly probably 2/3 across the entire dial. So there is no question whatsoever the alternator is the source of the problem. There's one more issue I would like to report. When I carried my car in for the recalls to be performed the technician didn't even bother to raise the hood of the car to check the part number on the alternator.. The reason I know this is because he didn't take my car to the shop area, he pulled my car in front of the high bay doors and installed the passenger side airbag.. I did witness this.. But not 1 time did I see him raise the hood. It took me a 30x magnifying glass and a flashlight to take the photo clearly showing the part number on my current alternator that was supposed to be changed. Photo attached is part number.
Jun 30, 2023
STEERING,SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
1 complaint
Almost caused a accident because coming to a fast braking my wheels were uncontrollable and swerving .
Mar 13, 2022
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
service shifter error and powerstwering warning light turned on
Dec 23, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
The contact owns a 2012 DODGE CHARGER. The contact stated that a fluid leak would circulate through the engine block. Due to this failure, the contact stated that the vehicle would stall out without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to several independent mechanics and each time the failure persisted. The contact then took the vehicle to a dealer where he was informed that there were 2 recalls on his vehicle NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V435000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) and NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V197000(SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The contact stated that his vehicle was then towed to the dealer for repair; however, the contact was informed that the parts for the repair were on backorder. The manufacture was notified of the failure and have not given him an update. The vehicle remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was 160,000.
Jun 21, 2021
TIRES,ENGINE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE ROSE WITH THE OVERHEAT MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V487000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM RANDOMLY ACTIVATED, DISPLAYING INCORRECT INFORMATION STATING THAT THE AIR PRESSURE WAS EITHER TOO HIGH OR TOO LOW. ADDITIONALLY, AFTER HAVING AN OIL CHANGE PERFORMED, THE LOW OIL LEVEL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURES WERE NOT DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 51,000.
Nov 30, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
1 complaint
I'M GETTING NOTIFICATIONS OF RECALLS
Jul 24, 2020
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
EVERY NOW AND AGAIN I HAVE AN ISSUE WITH MY CAR WHEN I'M DRIVING. I CAN JUST BE DRIVING AND NEXT THING YOU KNOW MY CAR WILL GO INTO NEUTRAL ON ITS OWN AND I WILL LITERALLY HAVE TO PULL OVER WHEREVER I'M AT. ONCE I'M PULLED OVER I PUT THE CAR INTO PARK AND CUT IT OFF. IT WON'T START BACK UP RIGHT AWAY CAUSE THE BRAKE BE FEELING LIKE IT'S LOCKED. AFTER A FEW MINUTES IT WILL START BACK UP AND DRIVE LIKE NOTHING HAPPENED. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT CAUSES THIS PROBLEM BUT IT'S DANGEROUS. MAJORITY OF THE TIME THIS HAPPENED I WAS IN CITY LIMITS BUT THIS LAST TIME IT HAPPENED WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY GOING 70MPH. *TR
Jun 22, 2020
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
1 complaint
I HAVE AN ENGINE LIGHT TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC, THE OIL SENSOR WAS CHANGED 2 TIMES, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS DELETED TWICE AND STILL COME BACK ON, AS RESULT I CANT USE THE REMOTE STARTED AND EVEN THE DEALER DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO. AM I THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS ISSUE>? *TR
Apr 06, 2020
SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
1 complaint
ENGINE MAKES A WEIRD NOISE WHEN YOU TURN IT ON AND HAVE IT RUNNING SORTA SOUNDS LIKE A TRUCK. BRAKES DON'T WORK SOMETIMES YOU GOTTA STEP ON THE BREAK PETAL ALL THE WAY IN IF NOT YOU COULD POSSIBLY CRASH OR HIT ANOTHER CAR PARKED NEAR BY. THE CONTROL ARMS GET STOCK A BIT WHEN DOING A TURN ON 25MPH-30MPH
Jan 12, 2020
STEERING,SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
IVE HAD TO HAVE BRAKE WORK THREE TIMES. THE CAR ACTS LIKE IT DOESNT W ANT TO STOP.. NOW IM GETTINGG THIS CLICKING GRINDING SOUND WHEN IA RE TURN LEFT OR RIGHT.REALLY. IVE HAD THIS ISSUE FOR MORE THAN TWO YEARS. KNOW BODY WANTEDA RECALL TO LISTEN. I GUESS MY FAMILY WILL REAP THE BENIFITS ONCE I GET KILL FOR DRINING A FAULTY CAR. LET ALL JOIN TO REPORT OUR CONCERNS. THIS IS A A RECALL. .
Jan 02, 2020
STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
POWER STEERING FAILS, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER HARD TURNS. THIS HAS CAUSED ME TO GO OFF THE ROAD AND NEARLY WRECK/STRIKE OTHER CARS. AFTER MUCH RESEARCH THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE IN THESE CARS. IT OCCURS AT CITY AND HIGHWAY SPEEDS. IT'S HARD TO STEER AT HIGH AND LOW SPEEDS.
Dec 14, 2019
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
AIR BAG ALERT, CAR IS VIBRATING AFTER 70 MPH.
Nov 27, 2019
VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE WIPERS WENT ON WITHOUT ME TURNING THEM ON. THEY CONSTANTLY STAY ON WHILE THE VEHICLE IS ON UNLESS I PULL THE RELAY OUT. THE TURN SIGNAL/WIPER CONTROL SWITCH DOES NOT HAVE ANY CONTROL OVER THEM BEING ON/OFF, THE SPEED, AND THE WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID.
Nov 24, 2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
1.THE WIRING TO THE HEADLIGHTS KEEPS BURNING INTO AND IT HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE ALREADY. 2. THE RADIO DOESN'T COME ON WHEN I START THE CAR; I HAVE TO SHUT IT OFF AND RESTART IT SOMETIMES SEVERAL TIMES TO GET EVERYTHING CONNECTED. 3. I HAVE HAD TO HAVE MY CAR ALIGNED 4 TIMES IN 9 MONTHS AND BOUGHT 2 SETS OF TIRES BECAUSE IT WILL NOT KEEP THE ALIGNMENT. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR OVER A YEAR AND THE RADIO AND LIGHTS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR MUCH LONGER. WHAT CAN YOU TELL ME ABOUT THESE PROBLEMS?
Oct 08, 2019
POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS,ENGINE
1 complaint
HAD THE AIR BAG RECALL FIXED BUT YET THE AIR BAG LIGHT STILL COMES ON ALL THE TIME AND AND OUT OF NO WHERE MY CAR FILLS LIKE THE TRANSMISSION IS BOUT TO GO OUT IT JERKS WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE GAS COUNTRY ROADS AND WHEN STOP IT IDLES LIKE IT'S TRYING TO STALL OUT
Sep 30, 2019
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
1 complaint
I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT IN REGARDS TO THE ISSUE PREVIOUSLY, BUT NEW INFORMATION THAT MOPAR ISSUED A CAMPAIGN TO RECALL THE TIMING CHAIN ON OVER 50K VEHICLE FOR THIS ISSUE BUT MOPAR REFUSED TO COVER MY TIMING CHAIN DUE TO MY VEHICLE HAD TO MANY MILES AND I AM NOT THE FIRST OWNER. I FIND IT COMPLETELY UNSAFE TO HAVE A TIMING CHAIN SNAP WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. I WAS ATTEMPTING TO TURN ON A MAIN STREET WHEN THIS ISSUE OCCURED. PLEASE ADVISE IF ANYTHING FURTHER COMES. I ATTACHED A COPY OF THE PREVIOUS RECALL ON THIS ISSUE
Mar 12, 2019
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLICKING NOISE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED LEFT OR RIGHT. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT EXTRA STRENGTH WAS NEEDED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE COMING TO A STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ROTORS NEEDED TO BE TURNED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR THE BRAKE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 82,000.
Dec 14, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 103,000.
Nov 27, 2018
POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AND THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED WITH FORCE, BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE HEAD, BACK, ARM, CHEST, AND WAS UNCONSCIOUS. THE CONTACT WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL BY AMBULANCE FOR MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND WAS UNCERTAIN AS TO WHICH FAILURE MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE BEEN RELATED TO THE COLLISION. THE DEALER (GANAS AUTO SOUTHGATE, 4730 FIRESTONE BLVD, SOUTHGATE, CA 90280, 323-364-5004) FAILED TO INFORM THE CONTACT, AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE, THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V043000 (STRUCTURE), 16V240000 (POWER TRAIN), 15V467000 (AIR BAGS AND SEAT BELTS), AND 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW YARD AND THEN TOWED TO THE SAME DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES AND THE CRASH. THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING A RESPONSE FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Apr 23, 2018
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE OVER 3,500 RPMS. ALSO, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 103,000.
Feb 13, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
1 complaint
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START AT TIMES AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS APPLIED, THE VEHICLE WAS SLOW TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED MORE THAN ONCE AND WAS INSPECTED AS WELL AS DIAGNOSED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC ALSO PROVIDED REPAIRS AS THE FAILURES PROGRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), 16V352000 (AIR BAGS), 15V467000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS), AND 16V043000 (STRUCTURE). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 132,000. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
Nov 13, 2017
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE STEERING BECAME UNSTABLE AND THE ABS, BRAKE, ENGINE, AND ESC WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO EFIRD CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE (LOCATED AT 1711 W LUCAS ST FLORENCE, SC 29501) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRICAL AND POWER STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 95,340...UPDATED10/04/17 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD OVER HEAT, SMOKED, AND THE AIR BLOWS EXTREMEMLY WARM. WATER POURS FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. UPDATED 10/17/2017*JS
Aug 10, 2017
STEERING,ENGINE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT'S WIFE OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING TOWED TO HIS RESIDENCE, HE NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED SCOTT ROBINSON CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM LOCATED AT 20900 HAWTHORNE BLVD, TORRENCE, CA 90503 AT PHONE NUMBER: (424) 299-8800 WHERE THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT TO CALL THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER BUT DID NOT OFFER ANY FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE APPROXIMATELY FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000.
Jul 26, 2017
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
I WAS DRIVING MY 2012 CHARGER SXT, AND THE CAR SUDDENLY WENT INTO BATTERY SAVER MODE. I HAD PULLED OVER TO GOOGLE IT ON MY PHONE, AND MY CAR WAS STARTING TO DISPLAY THE SYMPTOMS IN THE P60 RECALL. THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON, THE TRACTION CONTROL, ABS, CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS, THEY ALL CAME ON. THEN AS I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AT DODGE THE CENTER SCREEN SHUT OFF, I LOST POWER STEERING, THE CAR SHUT ITSELF OFF. SOMEHOW THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS RAN A FEW CYCLES. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED ME THAT MY CAR HAD A 180 AMPS ALTERNATOR, THAT IT WAS NOT PART OF THE P60. MY CAR HAD JUST REACHED 119000KM (74000MI), AND THE AVERAGE MILEAGE OF CHARGERS WITH 180 AMPS ALTERNATORS APPEARS TO BE AROUND 106000KM (66000MI). THE ROAD THAT I WAS ON, IT FOLLOWED THE A WINDING CLIFF. IF THE PROBLEM HAD BEEN MORE SEVERE I WOULD CERTAINLY HAVE DIED, EITHER GONE INTO THE ROCK FACE, OFF THE CLIFF, OR INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THE REPLACEMENT ALTERNATOR WAS OVER $800 CND, THAT'S BEFORE THE INSPECTION, BEFORE LABOR, AND IF THE BATTERY FRIED IN THIS ORDEAL, IT DOESN'T INCLUDE THAT EITHER. IT DOESN'T COVER THE RENTAL CAR I HAD TO GET. OBVIOUSLY, CHRYSLER-DODGE-FIAT HAD TO DO A MASSIVE RECALL WITH ONE ALTERNATOR, IS IT REALLY A STRETCH TO THINK THAT THE OTHER ALTERNATOR THAT THEY INSTALLED IN OTHER VEHICLES WERE DEFECTIVE AS WELL? I LOOKED UP THE COST OF A REPLACEMENT ONLINE ACCORDING TO OFFICIAL DODGE SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CHRYSLER 300 / CHARGER - THEY'RE LISTED AT ABOUT $200-250 CND, WHY IS THE ONE DODGE SELLING ME OVER $800? IS IT BECAUSE THEY REALIZED THEY HAVE TO PUT IN SOMETHING OF MUCH HIGHER QUALITY AND OUTPUT SO THAT THIS DOESN'T HAPPEN AGAIN? THERE HAD BETTER BE A RECALL ABOUT THIS - PEOPLE WILL GET SEVERELY HURT BECAUSE OF THIS.
Jul 14, 2017
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED AND DIMMED. IN ADDITION, THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED, THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO SHIFT GEARS, AND THE VEHICLE STALLED AND LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO ED VOYLES CHRYSLER DEALER (LOCATED ON 789 COBB PARKWAY SE, MARIETTA GA, 30060, (770)429-1100), BUT THE PARTS FOR THE REPAIR WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), 15V467000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS), 16V043000 (STRUCTURE), AND 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE REPAIRS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
Jun 02, 2017
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER AND DRIVER SPEED SENSORS FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 39,000.
Apr 26, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS RECALLS ON THIS CAR, ESPECIALLY ONE THAT IS PENDING THAT DOES NOT SEEM TO HAVE A REMEDY YET, I ALSO HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE DRIVER SEAT MAKING CRACKS AND SQUEAKY NOISES AS WELL AS LOSING MY SETTINGS SO I OFTEN HAVE TO ADJUST THE SEAT , I TOOK THE CAR IN ABOUT 4-5 TIMES FOR THIS REPAIR AND IT WAS NEVER DONE CORRECTLY.
Jan 31, 2017
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THERE WAS A RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT COASTED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND WAS ABLE TO RESUME DRIVING. THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE PCM MODULE FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE CLEANED. THE DEALER INSTALLED A PCM SOFTWARE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 126,000.
Sep 14, 2016
AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
WE HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE ALTERNATOR WHICH NEARLY CAUSED A WRECK WITH MY ENTIRE FAMILY (INFANT DAUGHTER WAS IN CAR AT THE TIME WHEN THE HIGH HEAT CAME ON AND WINDOWS LOCKED NOT ALLOWING US TO TURN HEAT OFF OR GET OUT FOR A MINUTE) WHILE WE WERE DRIVING BACK HOME AND HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED AND GET IT FIXED AT THE DEALERSHIP EARLIER THIS YEAR AROUND JANUARY. NOW THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IS STAYING ON CONSTANTLY, AND AS OF 3 DAYS AGO (08/21/2016) THE RADIO STOPS WORKING AND YESTERDAY (08/23/2016) THE ABS & TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS CAME ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF NOW (AT 60 MPH THAT'S SCARY WHEN YOUR FAMILY IS WITH YOU AND BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS AND AIRBAG LIGHTS COME ON!!!!!!!). SO THIS MAKES 3 WARNING LIGHTS THAT ARE NOW ON CONSTANTLY, YET THE RECALLS FOR THESE ISSUES DO NOT APPLY TO THIS VIN NUMBER, BUT THE PROBLEMS ARE HAPPENING EXACTLY THE SAME AS OTHER PEOPLES PROBLEMS WHO WERE PART OF RECALLS. MY DEALERSHIP WON'T FIX IT UNLESS I PAY BECAUSE MY CARS VIN NUMBER DOESN'T QUALIFY FOR THE RECALL, YET THE SAME EXACT PROBLEMS ARE HAPPENING AS RECALL PROBLEMS. I WILL NEVER BUY DODGE AGAIN AS THEY HAVE NEARLY KILLED ME AND MY FAMILY ENOUGH, AND ARE TURNING OUT TO BE VERY DISHONEST!
Aug 24, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
THE ALTERNATOR HAD A RECALL AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD KEEPS FLASHING WHEN WE DRIVE THE CAR. SO WE TOOK THE CAR TO A DODGE JEEP DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD IT IS A SEAT DEPLOYMENT ELECTRICAL WIRING ISSUE THAT NEEDS REPAIRING CALLED LEFT SEAT WIRING HARNESS AND HARNESS TO THORAX AIR BAG. WE WERE TOLD THE COST TO REPAIR $525 PLUS ADDITIONAL FOR LABOR EVEN THOUGH IT IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. THE CAR IS 2012 DODGE CHARGER SE WITH 80,904 MILES
Jun 30, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY,ENGINE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE HEAT WAS ACTIVATED IN THE VEHICLE AND COLD AIR BLEW OUT OF THE VENTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED COOLANT AND THERE WAS A SLOW RADIATOR LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED, AND THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE RADIATOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE'S BATTERY SAVER MODE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ALONG WITH ALL THE OTHER WARNING INDICATORS. ALSO, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 40,000.
Apr 08, 2016
SEAT BELTS
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT WAS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 80 MPH, THE SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE COMPUTER CODE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 63,648.
Mar 02, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
TAKATA RECALL ON SATURDAY FEBRUARY 27 MY CAR RADIO BEGAN TO TURN OFF AND ON THE DISPLAY SCREEN IT SAID BATTERY SAVER MODE. I ASSUMED MY BATTERY NEEDED TO CHARGE BUT LATER THAT NIGHT IT STARTED AND WITHIN MINUTES IT DID IT AGAIN BUT THE AUTO SHOPS WERE CLOSED. I WAS UNABLE TO TAKE IT THE NEXT DAY AND TODAY MONDAY FEBRUARY 29 AS I DROVE TO WORK MY RADIO TURNED OFF AGAIN. AFTER WORK I DECIDED TO DRIVE TO THE AUTO ZONE TO GET THE BATTERY CHECKED. AS I DROVE MY SCREEN BEGAN TURNING OFF AND ON, MY A/C KEPT TURNING UP AND DOWN BUT BLOWING HOT AIR, AS IF THE HEATER WAS ON, AND THE DISPLAY SCREEN WHERE IT SHOWS SPEED TURNED WHITE AND STARTED BLINKING ON AND OFF, ALL THE INDEXES ON THE DASH WENT CRAZY AND MAYBE TWO MINUTES LATER MY CAR SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AND I STRUGGLED TO TURN AS THE STEERING LOCKED. I WAS LUCKY TO BE NEAR THE AUTO ZONE ALREADY AND AWAY FROM TRAFFIC. MY SON WAS WITH ME IT WAS A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE. THEY WERE ABLE TO CHECK IT AND IT WAS THE ALTERNATOR. MY HEADLIGHT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IS OUT AS WELL. I HAVE HEARD OF RECALLS WITH ALL THESE PARTS BUT APPARENTLY MINE IS NOT ON THE LIST. SAME PROBLEMS. THIS REALLY NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED.
Feb 29, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
VEHICLE STALED IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY LOST ALL DASH LIGHTS STEREO BACK UP CAMERA DEALERSHIP COULD NOT GET CAR IN FOR A WEEK HAD IT TOWED TO HOME BURNT NEXT DAY
Jan 10, 2016
STEERING,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A DITCH AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 37,000.
Sep 22, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEATS
1 complaint
THE AIR BAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON, HAVE TAKEN IT TO TWO DIFFERENT DEALERSHIPS. THE FIRST DEALER WAS ATLANTIC CHRYSLER ON 12/31/14, THEY SAID IT WAS THE BAG IN THE SEAT. THEY RESET THE LIGHT AND IS WAS FINE UNTIL APPROX. MARCH, THEN CAME ON A COUPLE TIMES. IN APPROXIMATELY IN APRIL I TOOK IT TO SPORT HYNDANI DODGE, THEY SAID IT WAS A DIRTY CONNECTION AND CHARGED ME 90.00. THAT LASTED APPROXIMATELY 1 MONTH AND IT CAME BACK ON INTERMITTENTLY, NOW CONTINUALLY. TOOK IT TO SPORT TODAY SEPTEMBER 16, FOR A RECALL FOR THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. THEY SAID IT WOULD NOT FIX THE LIGHT BEING ON, THEY SAID IT WAS A SENSOR AND THEY WOULD HAVE TO TAKE THE SEAT APART TO FIGURE OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. DID NOT HAVE IT FIXED TODAY, DID NOT HAVE THE TIME. HAS BEEN IN 3 TIMES FOR SAME PROBLEM ONLY TO GET 3 DIFFERENT DIAGNOSES.
Sep 16, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE PARKED, THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE RADIO LOST ELECTRICAL POWER PRIOR TO WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.
Jul 24, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
1 complaint
2012 DODGE CHARGER//WAS SITTING STATIONARY WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG COME FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. EXITED THE VEHICLE AND RADIATOR FLUID WAS POURING OUT FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. FURTHER INVESTIGATION LED TO THE PASSENGER SIDE FAN HAD BROKEN APART AND SEIZED. ALSO IT CAME IN CONTACT WITH THE RADIATOR, SPLITTING TUBES ON THE ALUMINUM CORE. HAVE READ IN FORUMS THAT OTHER CONSUMERS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM ON EARLY MODEL DODGE CHARGERS 2006-2008....UPDATED 11/13/15 *BF
Jun 26, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND STALLED. THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 59,375.
Jun 08, 2015
SUSPENSION,WHEELS
1 complaint
I HAVE BEEN DRIVING MY CAR ON NEARLY A DAILY BASIS SINCE I ACQUIRED IT IN OCTOBER 2013. OVER THE COURSE OF THE PAST 27K MILES, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY WHEELS ("RIMS") ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS DURING THE SPRING MONTHS AS A RESULT OF HAIRLINE FRACTURES/CRACKS OCCURRING ON THE INNER WALL OF THE WHEEL. THE LOCATION OF THE CRACK TO BE MORE PRECISE IS WHERE THE BEAD OF THE TIRE WOULD BE SEATED DURING MOUNTING. IN EACH INSTANCE, THE WHEEL IN QUESTION WAS MOUNTED ON THE FRONT OF THE CAR (ONE DRIVER SIDE AND TWO PASSENGER SIDE) AND DID NOT SHOW ANY SIGN OF DEFORMATION OR BENDING. DODGE HAS BEEN MADE AWARE OF THE CRACKS AND HAS CONSISTENTLY DENIED CLAIMS STATING THAT THEY WERE NOT A RESULT OF WORKMANSHIP OR FROM POOR DESIGN. GIVEN THE STIFFNESS OF THE SUSPENSION AND WEIGHT OF THE MOTOR OVER THE FRONT WHEELS AS WELL AS THE CONSISTENCY OF THE FRACTURE (FRONT OF CAR AND INSIDE OF WHEEL), I DO NOT AGREE WITH THEIR CLAIMS. I HAVE DONE A BRIEF SEARCH OF THE INTERNET AND HAVE FOUND AN ABUNDANCE OF BLOGS AND SIMILAR DISCUSSION BOARDS WHERE OWNERS OF SRT8 CHARGERS OF MY MODEL YEAR HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM. WHILE MY INSTANCES HAVE BEEN SLOW LEAKS FROM CRACKS, OTHER DRIVERS MAY EXPERIENCE BLOWOUTS FROM SUDDEN EXPANSION OF THE CRACK CAUSING STRUCTURAL FAILURE. *TR
Apr 21, 2015
STEERING,SUSPENSION,WHEELS
1 complaint
NIGHT TIME @ 8:30PM, I WAS TRAVELING 20W/59S TOWARDS THE FOSTER EXIT. BEFORE I CAME UPON THE BLACK WARRIOR RIVER BRIDGE, I HIT AN UNEXPECTED POTHOLE IN THE LEFT LANE AND IT BEND AND CRACKED THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE RIM AND THREW OFF THE FRONT ALIGNMENT OF MY VEHICLE. *TR
Apr 20, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS
1 complaint
DODGE CHARGER 2012 - SHUTS OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY AND WILL NOT TURN ON. SAYS THE KEY FOB HAS LEFT VEHICLE. HEADLIGHTS GO OUT RANDOMLY AT NIGHT. DRIVER SEAT WILL FOLD UP WILL DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. RADIO AND AIR CONDITIONER WILL TURN UP AND DOWN BY ITSELF. CONTACTED DEALERSHIP. *TR
Mar 20, 2015
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
1 complaint
DRIVING 55 MPH ON HIGHWAY IN MY 2012 DODGE CHARGER,I BEGAN TO SMELL OIL BURNING, LOOKED DOWN AND NOTICED THAT THE CAR WAS RUNNING AT THE HIGHEST TEMPERATURE, 264 DEGREES. THANKFULLY I WAS CLOSE TO A REPUTABLE GARAGE CLOSE TO MY HOME. I PARKED THE CAR THERE, ASKED FOR A GENTLE MAN TO ASSIST ME, AND ONCE THE CAR COOLED ENOUGH TO OPEN THE HOOD, HE TOOK A LOOK. HE NOTICED THAT THE HOSE LEADING FROM THE COOLANT RESERVOIR TO THE ENGINE WAS COMPLETELY SUCKED IN, AND THE COOLANT RESERVOIR WAS FILLING WITH OIL. UPON INSPECTION FROM DEALERSHIP I WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE COMPLETELY REPLACED DUE TO METAL SHAVINGS AND DEBRIS FOUND IN OIL PAN. *TR
Feb 22, 2015
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
I WAS GOING OVER A SPEED BUMP ABOUT 2 MPH AND WHEN THE PASSENGER REAR TIRE GOES OVER THE SPEED BUMP IT MAKES A LOUD CLUNK NOISE LIKE IT BOTTOMS OUT. MY ABS,TRACTION AND AIR BAG LIGHT_ STAYS ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF. WHEN I MAKE A RIGHT TURN THE SHIFTER AREA CLICKS MUTIPLE TIMES LIKE A TYPE WRITER. *TR
Jan 25, 2015
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXCESSIVE FORCE TO THE STEERING WHEEL IN ORDER TO TURN THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE JERKED AND VIBRATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE WIND SHIELD WIPER ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY AND ALL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 49,800.
Jan 22, 2015
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
ON MARCH 4, 2014, MY CAR SHUT COMPLETELY DOWN WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE. THE MESSAGE ON THE DASH BOARD SAID "ABS" AND THE TRACTION LIGHTS CAME ON AND TURNED MY CAR OFF. I HAD TO PAY 807.84 OUT OF POCKET FOR A NEW ALTERNATOR.ON DECEMBER 1,2014 I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR THE ALTERNATORS IN THE DODGE CHARGER WHICH I CURRENTLY HAVE. I PURCHASED THIS CAR JULY OF 2012. I'VE ALREADY SPENT OVER 2,000 OUT OF POCKET IN REPAIRS FOR A NEW MODEL 2012 CAR. THE DEALERSHIP I RECEIVED THE CAR FROM IS VERY UNPROFESSIONAL. I NOW REGRET EVER GETTING A DODGE CHARGER FROM [XXX] USURY(WHEN I PURCHASED) (CURRENT NAME). THE SALESMAN/SERVICE TEAM MAKE A MOCKERY OUT OF ME BRINGING MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP TO GET REPAIRS EVERY 3 TO 6 MONTHS. ONCE SALESMAN SUGGESTED THAT DODGE IS NOT A GOOD CAR AND I NEED TO TRADE IT IN IMMEDIATELY. THE SERVICE TEAM CAN SEE THAT YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WHEN YOU PULL UP TO THE DOOR AND WILL NOT EVEN ACKNOWLEDGE THE CUSTOMERS. ON 1/19/15 I HAD TO TAKE MY CAR BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP DUE TO THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEING ON. INSTEAD OF TELLING ME THAT IT WOULD BE A FEE OF 143.00 BEFORE TAKING MY CAR INTO THE SERVICE SHOP THAT DID NOT TAKE PLACE. I NEVER SIGNED ANYTHING STATING A FEE WOULD BE CHARGED TO ME TO TELL ME WHY THE LIGHT WAS ON IN MY CAR. NOW I NEED A NEW THERMOSTAT AND A COOLANT FLUSH WHICH THEY QUOTED A PRICE OF AN ADDITIONAL 400.00. AFTER THE HELL I HAVE EXPERIENCED AT THIS DEALERSHIP I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER VEHICLE FROM THIS DEALERSHIP. I SUBMITTED ALL OF MY RECEIPTS ON 12/5/2014 TO THE CHRYSLER CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER FOR REIMBURSEMENT AND I HAVE YET TO HEAR ANYTHING BACK FROM THEM IN REFERENCE TO REIMBURSING MY 800.00 DOLLARS FOR REPLACING A ALTERNATOR. IN THE PAST I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE A WATER PUMP AS WELL THAT COST OVER 400.00 DOLLARS. ITS BECOMING VERY EXPENSIVE TO DRIVE THIS CAR. *TR
Jan 20, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE
1 complaint
P60 - RECALL / NHTSA 14V-634 (ALTERNATOR) ON SUNDAY 01/11/14 AT 7:00PM AT NIGHT MY 2012 DODGE CHARGER WITH ONLY 39,000 PLUS MILES, (BASICALLY BRAND NEW) COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN IN SAN ANDREAS CALIFORNIA ON A BACK COUNTRY ROAD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AT NIGHT, WITH MY FIANCE DRIVING AND OUR TWO MINOR CHILDREN IN THE BACK SEAT. ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY AND THE CAR ACTUALLY PUT ITSELF INTO PARK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AT A STOP SIGN AND BUSY INTERSECTION. NO HAZARD LIGHTS WERE AVAILABLE OR WORKING AND THIS BECAME AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION.. CHP WAS DISPATCHED RIGHT AWAY. (EVIDENTLY BY A PASSING DRIVER WHO CALLED 911 EMERGENCY). CHP ARRIVED AT THE SITE, PARKED THEIR PATROL CAR BEHIND OUR CAR AND USED ITS HAZARD LIGHTS TO WARN ONCOMING DRIVERS OF THIS HAZARD. CHP IMMEDIATELY CALLED AAA, (FOR AN EMERGENCY HAZARD SITUATION), TO REMOVE OUR CAR OFF THE ROAD AND OUT OF TRAFFIC. CHP STATED OUR CAR, BEING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITH NO HAZARD LIGHT CAPABILITY, WAS AN IMMEDIATE LIFE THREATENING DANGER TO MY FIANCE AND OUR TWO CHILDREN AND ALL OTHER PASSING MOTORISTS. AAA ARRIVED RIGHT AWAY AND TOWED OUR CAR APPROX. 40 FEET OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND IMMEDIATELY CHARGED US A $200 HAZARD VEHICLE TOWING FEE. AAA DISPATCHED ANOTHER TOW TRUCK AS THIS TOW TRUCK DRIVER WAS OFF DUTY AND HE ONLY RESPONDED DUE TO THE EMERGENCY OF THE SITUATION, (THE CALL BY THE CHP FOR A HAZARD VEHICLE).WE HAD NO ALTERNATIVE BUT TO HAVE THE CAR TOWED TO OUR RESIDENCE IN COLUMBIA CALIFORNIA. THE NEXT MORNING, MONDAY, 1/12/14, CENTURY SERVICE EXTENDED WARRANTY ADMINISTRATION REQUESTED THE CAR TOWED TO A FULL DODGE DEALERSHIP. I HAD THE CAR TOWED FROM COLUMBIA CALIFORNIA TO MODESTO CALIFORNIA DODGE CHRYSLER FOR $110. (THE CLOSEST FULL DODGE CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP). THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE CAR. THE ALTERNATOR HAD GONE OUT AND SHUT DOWN ALL ELECTRICAL ON THE CAR. *TR
Jan 14, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
MY VEHICLE STALLED LUCKILY AS I WAS GETTING ON TO THE 91 EASTBOUND EUCLID ST ON RAMP. MY VEHICLE COULD HAVE STALLED IN THE CARPOOL LANE. ALSO I HAD JUST DROPPED OFF MY 7 MONTH OLD DAUGHTER AT MY MOTHER'S HOUSE. *TR
Dec 15, 2014
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE IN RUSH HOUR, STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. I CAME TO A STOP BECAUSE OF TRAFFIC CONGESTION AND MY ABS AND OTHER WARNING LIGHTS BECAME ILLUMINATED. THERE WAS NO PREVIOUS WARNING. THE CAR CEASED TO FUNCTION. ELECTRIC SYSTEMS WERE LOCKED AND I WAS LEFT IMMOBILE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. I CALLED A LOCAL TOW TRUCK FROM MY CELL PHONE AND THE CAR WAS TOWED TO THE LOCAL DEALER. THE DIAGNOSIS WAS ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CAR WAS RUNNING FINE IN THE DAYS/WEEKS LEADING UP TO THIS INCIDENT. *TR
Oct 23, 2014
AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
1 complaint
OPERATING MY VEHICLE WITH SEATBELTS EMPLOYED, I WAS STRUCK OFFSET HEAD-ON FROM MY LEFT AT THE DRIVERS FRONT HEADLIGHT FROM AN ONCOMING VEHICLE WHO'S DRIVER FAILED TO YIELD TO ONCOMING TRAFFIC, MAKING A LEFT TURN, CROSSING INTO MY LANE CAUSING THE COLLISION AND SUBSEQUENT EVENTS. MY SPEED WAS ACCELERATING AND WAS APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH WHEN HIT BY THE OTHER VEHICLE, REPORTEDLY ACCELERATING TO AN ESTIMATED 15 MPH. DESPITE THESE ENERGETIC COLLISIONS, NONE OF MY AIRBAGS EVER DID DEPLOY. AFTER THE INITIAL VEHICLE COLLISION, MY CAR WAS SUBSEQUENTLY SLAMMED TO THE SIDE AND OFF THE ROAD. WITH CONTINUED FORWARD MOMENTUM, "STANDING" ON THE BRAKES AND WITH NO STEERING CONTROL, I STRUCK A FIRE HYDRANT IN MY PATH FOLLOWED BY A LARGE TREE HEAD-ON. THE TREE COLLISION WAS SIGNIFICANTLY ENERGETIC ENOUGH TO CAUSE TOTAL FRONT END DAMAGES RESULTING IN REPAIRS APPROXIMATELY $20,000. IN ALL THREE COLLISIONS, NONE OF MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. I SUSTAINED HEAD TRAUMA AND WAS UNCONSCIOUS WHEN EMS/POLICE ARRIVED. I WAS DIAGNOSED IN THE ER WITH CLOSED HEAD INJURY AND OTHER MVA- RELATED TRAUMA. MECHANISM OF INJURY: AFTER THE INITIAL VEHICLE/VEHICLE COLLISION, MY HEAD COLLIDED WITH THE UPPER INSIDE DRIVER'S DOORFRAME WHERE THERE'S A HANDLE. WHEN MY CAR SUBSEQUENTLY COLLIDED WITH THE LARGE TREE, MY NECK SNAPPED FORWARD AND I STRUCK MY FOREHEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL. IT'S MY OPINION AND THAT OF OTHERS, THAT THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAGS SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED IN AT LEAST ONE OF THE COLLISIONS AND HAD THEY DEPLOYED CORRECTLY, MY INJURIES COULD HAVE BEEN PREVENTED OR, AT MINIMUM, BEEN LESS SEVERE. *TR
Oct 23, 2014
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
A MODULE WENT BAD IN MY 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE WIPER BLADES WERE STUCK ON HIGH, FULL SPEED, EVEN WITH THE CONTROL SET IN THE OFF POSITION. THE NIGHT TIME LIGHTS WOULD STAY ON, EVEN WITH THE DIAL SET TO AUTO, IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DAY. I WAS TOLD BY MY DEALERSHIP, THAT THE PART WAS ON "NATIONAL BACK ORDER AND THAT THERE WAS NO ETA ON WHEN THE PART WOULD BE IN." MY DEALERSHIP HAS LEFT ME STRANDED, WITH NO LOANER VEHICLE AND NO SOLUTIONS. *TR
Sep 27, 2014
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
A MESSAGE APPEARED AND INDICATED BATTERY SAVER MODE. I DECIDED TO GO AND GET A PICTURE OF THE MESSAGE TO SHOW THE DEALERSHIP BUT WHEN I TURNED THE CAR ON THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ALSO TURNED ON. THE CAR WAS ALSO MAKING A SCREECHING NOISE. I PROCEEDED TO DRIVE AROUND THE BLOCK AT WHICH TIME A BURNING SMELL STARTED. AS I CAME AROUND THE BLOCK NOT FASTER THAN 5-10 MPH THE BURNING SMELL GOT STRONGER AND THE CAR STARTED TREMBLING AND I COULDN'T TURN IT OFF OR PUT IT IN PARK. THE SHIFTER WOULD JUST SLIDE UP AND DOWN NEVER PARKING. I COULDN'T TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE BREAK BECAUSE IT WOULD KEEP MOVING ALMOST WREAKING INTO MY HUSBANDS TRUCK. FINALLY THE CAR STARTED TREMBLING AND OTHER PANEL LIGHTS APPEARED AND TURNED OFF.(TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE LIGHT) FINALLY THE WIPERS CAME ON FOR A FEW MINUTES. PRIOR TO THIS I HAD ALREADY TAKEN THE CAR IN TWICE FOR THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS.
Sep 08, 2014
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
BATTERY LIGHT WENT ON, THEN THE ELECTRICAL LIGHT WENT ON THEN ALL THE LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING. STEERING WHEEL WAS HARD TO MOVE, CAR GAVE ME JUST ENOUGH POWER TO DRIVE ONTO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD INTO THE BIKE LANE. THEN THE CAR WOULDN'T GO IN TO ANY POSITION EXCEPT DRIVE, THE CAR WOULDN'T TURN OFF, ALL ELECTRIC WENT OUT. AFTER ABOUT 25 MINUTES OF THE CAR TRYING TO DRIVE BY ITSELF AND HEATING UP WITH SMOKE, THE CAR FINALLY LOST ALL POWER AND TURNED OFF ALLOWING ME TO PUT IT IN DRIVE AND TURN ON THE HAZARD LIGHTS. THEN THE SCREEN AND LIGHTS CONTINUED TO GO OF AND ON AND CONTINUED UNTIL A SERVICE TRUCK WAS ABLE TO TOW ME. HE CHARGED THE BATTERY TO ALLOW ME TO ROLL WINDOWS UP AND STATED IT WAS THE ALTERNATOR NOT HOLDING POWER TO THE CAR. *TR
Aug 25, 2014
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
1 complaint
AC, SPEEDOMETER, RADIO, ALL STOPPED WORKING. ICONS ON THE DASHBOARD KEPT FLASHING OUT OF CONTROL. THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER, WINDSHIELD WIPERS STARTED ON THEIR OWN, WINDOWS LOCKED. THEN CAR JUST STOPPED WORKING ALL TOGETHER WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I THOUGHT MAYBE IT WAS THE BATTERY SO I ATTEMPTED TO GET A JUMP. THE VEHICLE TURNED ON WHILE IT WAS BEING "JUMPED". AS SOON AS THE CABLES CAME OFF THE STRANGE BEHAVIOR STARTED AGAIN. *TR
Jul 30, 2014
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
1 complaint
LEAVING WORK I NOTICED MY RADIO SUDDENLY TURNED OFF, DISPLAY SHOWED POWER SAVER MODE. I CONTACTED MY HUSBAND BY CELL PHONE AND HE ADVISED ME TO STOP DRIVING IT BECAUSE THERE HAD BEEN REPORTS OF FIRES, CRASHES AND LOSS OF CONTROL. I WAS TURNING ON TO MY STREET AND I LOST CONTROL OF STEERING, BRAKES, AND ALL POWER IN THE CAR. I WAS COASTING TO PARK AND NOTICED THAT THERE WAS SMOKE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD. MY HUSBAND CAME DOWN TO LOOK AT THE VEHICLE AND COULD NOT TURN VEHICLE ON AT ALL. NOW, I DRIVE OUR CAR TO AND FROM WORK, A 15 MINUTE TRIP 6 DAYS A WEEK. WE REGULARLY KEEP OUR VEHICLE SERVICED. THIS CAR IS COMING ON A 2 YEAR ANNIVERSAY AND I HAVE PAID FOR A NEW BATTERY, PARTS/LABOR AND DIAGNOSTIC TEST. DEALERSHIP SAYS THAT MY CAR IS SAFE TO DRIVE BUT THE ALTERNATOR IS MAKING A NOISE AND THAT IT CAN LAST FROM 6 MONTHS TO A YEAR OR DIE A WEEK FROM NOW. HOW DRAMATIC IS THAT? CHRYSLER GAVE ME A CASE # AND ADIVSED ME THAT THEY NEEDED TO KNOW WHAT WAS WRONG WITH IT BEFORE THEY OFFERED COST ASSISTANCE. THERE IS NO AMOUNT OF MONEY THAT EITHER COMPANY CAN GIVE ME TO REPLACE THE LOSS OF A LIFE IN MY FAMILY. PLEASE KEEP US SAFE AND FIX THESE DEFECTIVE VEHICLES OFF OF THE ROAD TO PREVENT EVEN MORE UNNECESSARY COLLISIONS. *JS
Jul 28, 2014
PARKING BRAKE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE ACTUATOR AND BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 49,087.
Jun 10, 2014
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
WE WERE DRIVING AND THE ABS AND SKID LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH, ALL THE FUNCTION LIGHTS ILLUMINATED THE STEERING COLUMN LOCKED AND THE CAR JUST HALTED AND STALLED. EVERYTHING WAS DEAD, UNABLE TO START AND THE WIPERS WERE GOING. THE WIPERS WERE NEVER TURNED ON BUT KEPT RUNNING DESPITE THE CAR BEING "DEAD" WIPERS IN OFF POSITION . TOWED HOME AND THEN TO DEALERSHIP (DEALERSHIP HAS NO OFF HOUR GATE ACCESS) TOLD (2) DAYS LATER THE BATTERY WAS DEAD ON A 2 YR OLD VEHICLE, THEN I RECEIVED A SECOND CALL STATING THE ALTERNATOR WAS THE CULPRIT. THE ALTERNATOR NEEDS REPLACEMENT, AND NO ONE CAN EXPLAIN THE RHYME OR REASON WHY IT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED ON A 2YR OLD VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE ALSO HAS AUTOMATIC PUSH START AND WILL NOT WORK SOMETIMES UNLESS THE REMOTELESS KEY IS PRESSED TO START THE VEHICLE ON THE START-BUTTON (INSTEAD OF PRESSING WITH FINGER, USE THE REMOTE LESS ENTRY- I WAS TOLD THIS RESETS THE READING- HAVING TO DO THIS ONCE/TWICE A MONTH). *JS
May 17, 2014
SEATS
1 complaint
ON 11/30/13 I DROVE MY CAR TO TOWN. WHEN I RETURNED HOME, MY FAMILY AND I DECIDED TO GO DO SOME CHRISTMAS SHOPPING, MAINLY FOR YARD DECORATIONS. INSTEAD OF DRIVING MY CAR, WE TOOK OUR OTHER VEHICLE. WE WERE GONE APPROX 2 HRS. WHEN WE RETURNED HOME, I ENTERED THE HOUSE WITH MY SON AND TURNED THE TV ON FOR HIM AND PROCEEDED TO FIX A PLATE FOR SUPPER, WHICH TOOK MAYBE 15 MINS. I PUT THE PLATE IN THE MICROWAVE AND HEARD THE HORN BLOW, LIKE THE ALARM WENT OFF, ON MY CAR. I WENT TO THE DOOR TO DISCOVER THAT THERE WERE FLAMES INSIDE THE CAR. I CALLED 911 WHILE MY HUSBAND RAN OUT TO TRY AND EXTINGUISH THE FIRE, WHICH HE MANAGED TO DO BEFORE THE FIRE DEPT ARRIVED. I REPORTED THE INCIDENT TO CHRYSLER, WHO REPORTED BACK TO ME THAT THEY ARE DENYING IT IS A MECHANICAL ISSUE. THE FIRE INVESTIGATOR FOR METLIFE REPORTS THAT HIS FINDINGS SHOW THERE WAS A SHORT UNDER THE PASSENGER SEAT WHICH JUST SMOLDERED UNTIL A SPARK IGNITED SOME PAPERS IN THE FLOORBOARD. A FEW DAYS BEFORE THIS HAPPENED, I STARTED TO WORK AND THE CONTROL PANEL ON MY CAR HAD COMPLETELY LOCKED UP. I HAD TO STOP AND RESTART MY CAR MORE THAN ONCE BEFORE THE PANEL UNFROZE. THE ONLY OTHER PROBLEM I HAD PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT WAS THAT A MESSAGE STARTED SHOWING UP THAT THE KEY WAS NOT DETECTED WHILE I WAS IN THE CAR. THE INCIDENTS COULD BE TOTALLY UNRELATED BUT WAS ADVISED TO MENTION IT JUST IN CASE. *TR
Jan 31, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
HEAD LIGHT HARNESS MELTING, LOW BEAMS NOT WORKING, ABS/ESC LIGHTS ON CONSTANTLY AND VEHICLE NOT STOPPING PROPERLY BECAUSE OF ABS/ESC ISSUES, SPOKE WITH DODGE AND WERE ADVISED THAT OUR VIN# WAS NOT ON THE LIST TO BE REPAIRED FOR KNOWN RECALLS RESULTING IN THESE ISSUES - SEE THIS LINK FOR RELATED RECALLS HTTP://WWW.MOTORTREND.COM/CARS/2012/DODGE/CHARGER/RECALLS/. *TR
Nov 02, 2013
CHILD SEAT
1 complaint
WHEN SECURING THE BASE INTO THE CAR VIA THE LATCH SYSTEM, THE BUTTON THAT SECURES THE TETHER (WHEN PULLING THE STRAP TIGHT) GOT STUCK IN THE POPPED UP/OPEN POSITION AND DID NOT LOCK THE STRAP. REQUIRED MANUAL MANIPULATION OF THE BUTTON IN ORDER TO RETURN TO THE CLOSED/DOWN POSITION AND HOLD THE TETHER. ENDED UP SECURING THE SEAT VIA THE SEAT BELT. (RELATED VEHICLE INFORMATION: MODEL YEAR=2012, MAKE=DODGE, MODEL=CHARGER). *TR
Jun 08, 2013
POWER TRAIN,VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
CAR ROLLED EVENTHOUGH VEHICLE WAS IN PARK AND VEHICLE WAS NOT RUNNING. 1ST INCIDENT HAPPENED WITHIN 10 MIN OF WALKING AWAY FROM CAR, ROLLED INTO ANOTHER CAR. 2ND INCIDENT HAPPENED NEARLY 2 HOURS AFTER BEING PARKED, AND 3RD INCIDENT HAPPENED WITHIN 1 HOUR OF BEING PARKED ON SLIGHT INCLINE. DEALER UNABLE TO RECREATE INCIDENT. FACTOR REP CALLED DODGE, DODGE CALLED TRANSMISSION MFG AND HAD VALVE COM REPLACED. NO FURTHER INCIDENT 2ND PROBLEM, WINDSHIELD HAS WAVE IN GLASS, WIPERS LEAVING LARGE STREAKS CAUSING DRIVER TO HAVE SAFETY ISSUE. DEALER POLISHED WINDSHIELD 3X TO NO AVAIL. CONTACTED DODGE WAITING FOR FACTORY REP TO AUTHORIZE REPLACEMENT OF WINDSHIELD ON GOING FOR ALMOST 10 MONTHS. *TR
Apr 13, 2013
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The 2012 DODGE Charger currently has 646 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.
What are the most common problems with 2012 DODGE Charger?
The most common problems reported for the 2012 DODGE Charger are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.
Where does this 2012 DODGE Charger problem data come from?
All problem and complaint data for the 2012 DODGE Charger comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.
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