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2015 Dodge Charger Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Power Train — runs 2.6× the fleet median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.
135Complaints
8Recalls
10Crashes
1Fires
3Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Power Train (22.2% of complaints) — is covered by 3 NHTSA recall campaigns.

Power Train complaints here are 2.6× the median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Power Train30 · 22.2%RecalledRecall 18E053000 · Recall 18V281000 · Recall 17V097000
Engine23 · 17%RecalledRecall 15V114000
Electrical System21 · 15.6%RecalledRecall 18V332000
Service Brakes15 · 11.1%not available
Steering13 · 9.6%not available
Vehicle Speed Control12 · 8.9%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

POWER TRAIN30 · 22.2%
ENGINE23 · 17%
Unspecified / other21 · 15.6%
SERVICE BRAKES15 · 11.1%
STEERING13 · 9.6%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL12 · 8.9%
AIR BAGS12 · 8.9%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM11 · 8.1%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING10 · 7.4%

Percentages are the share of the 135 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 8 campaigns

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module

NHTSA campaign 19V018000 · 2019 · reported 01/15/2019

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

Park it  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

NHTSA campaign 18E053000 · 2018 · reported 07/12/2018

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:wiring

NHTSA campaign 18V332000 · 2018 · reported 05/17/2018

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft

NHTSA campaign 18V281000 · 2018 · reported 05/01/2018

If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft

NHTSA campaign 17V097000 · 2017 · reported 02/14/2017

A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline

NHTSA campaign 15V114000 · 2015 · reported 02/27/2015

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a vehicle fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Equipment:electrical:radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.

NHTSA campaign 15V461000 · 2015 · reported 07/23/2015

Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Structure

NHTSA campaign 16V043000 · 2016 · reported 01/28/2016

A car that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“Driving the car at 10 mph then it stops and says place car in park then drive on the dash IN DRIVE basically the car…”NHTSA complaint 11422876 — filed 06/29/2021 · POWER TRAIN
“The problem has been identified by independent service center. Issues with drive shaft which is wobbling and making sound when driving on 60MPH and while…”NHTSA complaint 11422326 — filed 06/25/2021 · POWER TRAIN
“The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, he heard a knocking sound with no warning lights illuminated. The…”NHTSA complaint 11420890 — filed 06/14/2021 · POWER TRAIN

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Dodge Charger?

Power train issues are the most-reported category, cited in 30 of 135 NHTSA complaints (22.2%), followed by engine (23), electrical system (21), unspecified/other issues (21). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2015 Dodge Charger have?

135 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 10 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 3 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2015 Dodge Charger have any recalls?

Yes — 8 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 19V018000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2015 Dodge Charger's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.