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2015 Dodge ChallengerProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 127 owner complaints about the 2015 Dodge Challenger, most often about the power train. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-332 the manufacturer reports only 75% of affected cars repaired.

2015 Dodge Challenger
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CarFlaw IndexSolid year1.1× the Challenger median · #6 of 15 years by complaints
Safety recalls5Lowest repair rate 75%Owner complaints12731 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage23kPower train, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 21, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2015 Dodge Challenger has problems

127 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Power train292
Electrical system263
Engine263
Service brakes124
Fuel/propulsion system101
Air bags108
Exterior lighting71
Seats60
Electronic stability control (ESC)61
10 other systems336

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

5 recalls

2015 Dodge Challenger recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

75%repaired · 2019 Q4

Electrical system: software

Recall 18V-332 · May 17, 2018 · 4,815,661 vehicles · 3,629,629 repaired

Risk. If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

99%repaired · 2017 Q1

Electrical: radio/tape deck/cd etc.

Recall 15V-461 · Jul 23, 2015 · 1,416,903 vehicles · 1,397,612 repaired

Risk. Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

79%repaired · 2016 Q3

Air bags: side/window

Recall 15V-282 · May 13, 2015 · 72 vehicles · 57 repaired

Risk. A loose or missing SABIC rear mounting bolt may alter the air bag inflated curtain's deployment, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a side…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

76%repaired · 2016 Q3

Engine: gasoline

Recall 15V-114 · Feb 27, 2015 · 1,875 vehicles · 1,430 repaired

Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Show 1 more recall
87%repaired · 2016 Q1

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

Recall 14V-749 · Nov 24, 2014 · 11,674 vehicles · 10,126 repaired

Risk. If the instrument cluster becomes inoperative, it can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Dodge.

Mileage at failure

When do power train problems start?

23kmiles, median

Based on the odometer reading in 22 power train complaints. 77% were reported before 100,000 miles.

median0k50k100k150k200k+
12under 30k miles17under 100k miles5100k miles or more
Best & worst years

2015 vs. every other Challenger year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Challenger median. How we score

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2015 Dodge Challenger safety ratings

2015 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
2015 Dodge Challenger frontal crash test, NHTSA
Frontal crash★★★★★
2015 Dodge Challenger side barrier test, NHTSA
Side barrier★★★★★
2015 Dodge Challenger side pole test, NHTSA
Side pole★★★★★
  • Rollover: 4 stars (11.1% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Optional
  • Lane departure warning: No
2 investigations

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2015 Dodge Challenger, and the recalls they led to.

  1. Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureEA21002 · still open
    Open
  2. Software security vulnerabilityRQ15004 · closed Jan 5, 2016
    Led to recall 15V-508
In owners' words

What Challenger owners report

Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The vehicle's engine has suffered a catastrophic internal failure at approximately 56,000 miles. The engine is the 6.4-liter HEMI V8. The issue began with a loud ticking noise from the engine. I brought the vehicle to Stoneridge Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Pleasanton for diagnosis. At that visit, the…
Complaint 11729728 · Apr 7, 2026
One day after driving home from work there was a message that says low battery voltage on the instrument panel, then it went away. No other warning lights or problems. Ten more miles down the road the message says battery saver mode, reduced functions and then the car started to smoke, I am freaked…
Complaint 11640391 · Feb 3, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the…
Complaint 11568612 · Jan 29, 2024 · 120,000 miles

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