repaired · 2020 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. 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…
2013 Dodge ChargerProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 360 owner complaints about the 2013 Dodge Charger, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-021 the manufacturer reports only 49% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 31, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: BigNigFries, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Dodge Charger has problems
360 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
167Electrical system21 crash/fire/injury
50Engine2 crash/fire/injury
48Power train6 crash/fire/injury
41Air bags11 crash/fire/injury
30Steering4 crash/fire/injury
24Vehicle speed control
18Electronic stability control (ESC)
14Service brakes
14Seat belts
5517 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 167 | 21 |
| Engine | 50 | 2 |
| Power train | 48 | 6 |
| Air bags | 41 | 11 |
| Steering | 30 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 24 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 18 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 14 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 14 | 3 |
| 17 other systems | 55 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2013 Dodge Charger 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.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle…
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repaired · 2017 Q2
Structure
Risk. A car that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Air bags: side/window
Risk. Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. The transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 electrical system problems start?
57kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 115 electrical system complaints. 86% were reported before 100,000 miles.
30under 30k miles99under 100k miles16100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other Charger 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 Charger median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Dodge Charger safety ratings
2013 Dodge Charger 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (10.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Dodge Charger, and the recalls they led to.
- Vehicle rollaway, engine onLed to recall 16V-240
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What Charger owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
A few weeks ago I was traveling on unfamiliar curvy roads. It had recently rained. I fishtailed going through the curve, and my breaks locked up. Not long after I had the famous “Christmas Tree Lights” on my dash which are the ABS, Break, and FCW. Went to Advance Auto Parts to check code, and it…
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 pedal has no…
Vehicle: 2013 Dodge Charger R/T I’m reaching out because my car has been showing signs that seem to match the symptoms of the V62 recall that FCA issued for the fuel pump relay issue. I have a 2013 Dodge Charger R/T with the 5.7L HEMI engine. Lately, the car has been having trouble starting,…
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