2013 Dodge CHARGER problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
360 owner complaints analyzed
8 distinct recall campaigns
58,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2013 model year. Data snapshot: . 266 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 157 of 360 complaints (43.6%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and battery issues | 113 | 31.4% |
| Braking behavior | 48 | 13.3% |
| Engine operation | 47 | 13.1% |
| Steering behavior | 42 | 11.7% |
| Transmission and shifting | 27 | 7.5% |
| Fuel system concerns | 7 | 1.9% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 157 |
| Engine | 50 |
| Power Train | 46 |
| Air Bags | 41 |
| Steering | 30 |
| Unknown Or Other | 28 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 18 |
Electrical System: 157; Engine: 50; Power Train: 46; Air Bags: 41; Steering: 30; Unknown Or Other: 28; Vehicle Speed Control: 24; Electronic Stability Control (Esc): 18
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 56 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 54 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 76 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 28 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 41 |
| 150,000 and above | 11 |
Under 25,000: 56; 25,000 to 49,999: 54; 50,000 to 74,999: 76; 75,000 to 99,999: 28; 100,000 to 149,999: 41; 150,000 and above: 11
50,000 to 74,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (76). 94 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 51 |
| 2017 | 67 |
| 2018 | 46 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 3 |
2012: 1; 2013: 8; 2014: 32; 2015: 53; 2016: 51; 2017: 67; 2018: 46; 2019: 36; 2020: 28; 2021: 16; 2022: 6; 2023: 4; 2024: 6; 2025: 3; 2026: 3
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Electrical and battery issues appears in 113 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 48 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 47 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10538653 · 2013-09-03 (September 3, 2013)
VEHICLE MAIN COMPUTER EXECUTED JUST ABOUT EVERY WARNING CODE AFTER START UP. THIS INCLUDED A WARNING NOT TO DRIVE VEHICLE. THIS IS THE SECOND EPISODE OF THIS NATURE WITH THIS VEHICLE, THE FIRST OCCURRING ON THE FIRST DAY OF OWNERSHIP. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT 13 OF THE FIRST 60 DAYS OF OWNERSHIP. THE DEALER "DISCONNECTED THE NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL" AND ERASED TROUBLE CODES ON ADVISEMENT FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER HAS DEEMED THIS AN ADEQUATE REPAIR PROCEDURE AND WANTS TO RELEASE THE VEHICLE BACK …
Owner-reported narrative. 2,950 miles reported. Look up ODI 10538653 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10606542 · 2014-06-27 (June 27, 2014)
MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. I REFERRED TO THE OWNER'S MANUAL, WHICH STATED TO SEEK SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. I WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED MY NEW VEHICLE. I WAS TOLD OH THERE'S A RECALL, WE NEED TO MAKE YOU AN APPOINTMENT. I TOOK MY CAR IN ON THE SCHEDULED DAY, BUT THE NEXT DAY I WAS TOLD THAT ITS A WIRING ISSUE AND THE AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY. THE FACTORY WARRANTY EXPIRED SO YOU'RE RESPONSIBLE IS WHAT I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP AND CHRYSLER GROUP LLC. I DISAGREE SINCE THIS COULD POTENTIALLY BE A FACTORY DEFECT. NO PRELIMINA…
Owner-reported narrative. 39,600 miles reported. Look up ODI 10606542 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10487444 · 2012-12-05 (December 5, 2012)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE FAILED TO ENGAGE WHEN APPLIED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT THUMB AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 1,700.
Owner-reported narrative. 1,700 miles reported. Look up ODI 10487444 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10671940 · 2015-01-12 (January 12, 2015)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE BATTERY WARNING LIGHT, CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND THE SAVER MODE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVE…
Owner-reported narrative. 56,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10671940 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10572977 · 2014-03-17 (March 17, 2014)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 6,000.
Owner-reported narrative. 6,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10572977 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10648729 · 2014-10-20 (October 20, 2014)
WHILE ENTERING THE HIGHWAY, THE CALL STALLED AND SEEMS AS IF THERE WAS TROUBLE AUTOMATICALLY SWITCHING GEAR. AT FIRST WE THOUGHT IT WAS JUST TIME FOR AN OIL CHANGE. SO AFTER GETTING THE OIL CHANGE, THE RADIO AND ENGINE WENT HAY-WIRE. SHE COULDN'T SHUT OFF THE ENGINE FOR OVER 30 MINUTES. WHEN WE TOOK THE CAR TO THE DODGE DEALERSHIP REGARDING OUR ISSUES, THEY TOLD ME THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. I BOUGHT THIS CAR FOR MY WIFE AND HAVE SERIOUS CONCERNS. CLEARLY THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG!!!!!!!!!!!! *TR
Owner-reported narrative. 28,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10648729 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10550919 · 2013-11-05 (November 5, 2013)
I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AROUND 2AM ON TUESDAY MORNING 10/22/2013. I WAS JUST COMING OUT OF A CONSTRUCTION ZONE AND IT JUST TURNED BACK TO 55MPH. I WAS GOING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD SOMETHING IN THE FRONT END AND THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO SHAKE AND IT STARTED MOVING BACK AND FORTH WITHOUT ME MOVING IT. I LOST ALL CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE AND IT SHOT ME OVER TOWARDS THE RIGHT AND SLAMMED ME INTO THE GUARDRAIL. I CONTINUED TO TRY TO MOVE THE WHEEL TO THE LEFT TO GET THE CAR AWAY FROM THE GUARDRAIL BUT THE WHOLE CAR…
Owner-reported narrative. 1,200 miles reported. Look up ODI 10550919 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10794810 · 2015-11-19 (November 19, 2015)
I RECENTLY TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALER TO GET CHECK OUT BECAUSE THE WIPERS ARE CONSTANTLY GOING WHILE I AM DRIVING ON HIGH. THE TECH STATED I NEED A ( MULTI FUNCTION SWITCH INTERNAL PART #1JH93DX9AL. ) WHICH IS LOCATED IN THE STEERING WHEEL. HE STATED THE PART IS ON A NATIONAL BACK ORDER AND IF I WAS TO COME PAY FOR IT. HE DONT HAVE A ETA WHEN IT WILL COME. IT COULD TAKE MONTHS AND MONTHS HE STATED. I CALL CRYSTLER RECALL HOTLINE TO GET MORE IN DEPT WITH HELP ON GETTING THIS PART, THEY TOLD ME THE SAME THING, AND TO CALL BACK NEXT TUESDAY , FIVE…
Owner-reported narrative. 69,292 miles reported. Look up ODI 10794810 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10524326 · 2013-07-11 (July 11, 2013)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THERE WAS A LOUD BANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE AND THEY WERE UNABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER STATED THAT THE DRIVE SHAFT HAD BECOME FRACTURED BETWEEN THE TRANSMISSION AND THE TRANSFER CASE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER WANTED THEM TO SEND THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION BACK TO BE INSPECTED INSTEAD OF REPAIRING IT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS GOING TO SEND AN ENTI…
Owner-reported narrative. 5,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10524326 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10596520 · 2014-06-05 (June 5, 2014)
HAVING MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH MY CHARGER WHICH ONLY HAS 7300 MILES ON IT. LIKE OTHERS HAVE MENTIONED, WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE CAR WILL JUMP FORWARD. FEELS LIKE TRANSMISSION SHIFTING LATE. THEN WHEN DRIVING AND GETTING UP TO SPEED, THE RPMS WILL JUMP UP BUT THE CAR DOES NOT SPEED UP. THE LAST TIME THE RPMS INCREASED, I QUICKLY TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE GAS PEDAL, AND THE RPMS CONTINUED TO RISE TO 5K. BOTH ISSUES HAPPEN SPORADICALLY. HAVE TAKEN TO DEALER 2X. FIRST TIME THEY HAD FOR 2 DAYS, REPROGRAMMED THE TRANSMISSION AND SAID THEY F…
Owner-reported narrative. 7,330 miles reported. Look up ODI 10596520 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11057803 · 2018-01-01 (January 1, 2018)
GAS SMELL INSIDE THE CAR AFTER FILL UP. I AM HAVING TO ONLY PUT SO MUCH GAS IN DUE TO THE SMELL INSIDE CAR. WORRIED IT MY BE SOME WRONG AND CAUSE FIRE OR SOMETHING PLEASE HELP
Owner-reported narrative. 99,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11057803 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11290415 · 2019-12-20 (December 20, 2019)
I NOTICED A STRONG GAS SMELL IN MY CAR AFTER I FILL UP. AND EVERY TIME I FILLED THE TANK THE SMELL WOULD BE VERY STRONG INSIDE THE CAR. WELL AFTER ABOUT 6 MONTHS OF NOT FILLING UP, L RECENTLY HAD IT CHECKED OUT AND IT TURNS OUT THE PLASTIC FUEL PUMP CASING IS CRACKED AND GAS IS POOLING UNDERNEATH THE PASSENGER SIDE SIT.
Owner-reported narrative. 175,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11290415 at NHTSA ↗