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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 2C3CDXCT7DH502543 · Checked Oct 10, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 9

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2C3CDXCT7DH•••••• 2013 Dodge CHARGER

This build draws 2.1× more complaints than the average 2013 Dodge CHARGER build (9 vs 4).

9on this build
331on the model
77builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reported Electrical System 4 Engine 3 Service Brakes 2 Wheels 1

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Electrical System fire Sep 2017
The contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. The contact stated that the alternator failed. While the driver drove the low battery warning light illuminated and a burning odor emitted from under the hood. The contact inspected the vehicle and replaced the engine oil and the engine…
Engine Nov 2021
While driving on the interstate at a high rate of speed the MDS engaged and suddenly, the engine dies. I am unable to accelerate and have to coast across 3 lanes of traffic to reach the emergency lane. The timing chain tensioner and timing chain guides had broken into multiple…
Unknown Or Other Oct 2021
Strong smell of gas in the inside of the cabin due to a fuel pump cracking at the top. I cannot fill up the car all the way due to the smell and gas staying in top of the fuel pump
Wheels Jan 2018
In motion going over a railroad track on mcmillan ave (city street) in north charleston, sc. There was a pot hole at the railroad track. While going over track/pot hole, heard a loud thud. Tire pressure sensor came on almost immediately. Took tire off and put on my spare. Took…
Electrical System Feb 2021
The abs module lights came on and is not functioning properly. I contacted the dealership and the part has been on back order for years. The abs light, traction, and brake light is on simultaneously. Subsequently my wheel is locked up causing my car to not move at all and brake…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2C3CDXCT7DH502543 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.