Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2018 Dodge Challenger, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Unknown or other28
- Electrical system28
- Power train8
- Steering6
- Wheels6
- Service brakes5
- Engine5
- Air bags5
- Exterior lighting5
- Suspension4
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 8 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 73 2018 Challenger vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 41 people died inside them, and 9 of the vehicles rolled over. This is a count, not a crash rate: it grows with the number of cars on the road.
NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain)
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2018 Dodge Challenger failed the safety check 1.24% of the time — 25% less often than the average 2018 passenger car (1.65%). Median odometer at inspection: 36,585 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
In Finland
6 of these cars first registered in 2018 were in use in Finland on 30 Jun 2026, with an average of 54,000 km on the odometer at their last inspection.
Traficom (Finnish Transport and Communications Agency), open data on vehicles in use · CC BY 4.0
In New Zealand
74 2018 cars are on the New Zealand register; 99% arrived as used imports, 0% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-star results for 2 variants; 2 of 2 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Dodge Challenger 2 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | 11.1 % |
| 2018 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | 11.1 % |
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- Forward collision warning
- Optional
- Lane departure warning
- No
- Best overall rating
- 5 / 5
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 13 variants: combined 10.3–15.1 L/100 km (about 16–23 mpg US), CO₂ 242–352 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 12.4 | 7.8 | 10.3 |
| Challenger GT AWD · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 12.8 | 8.7 | 11.0 |
| Challenger GT AWD FFV · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 12.8 | 8.7 | 11.0 |
| Challenger (MDS) · Mid-size · Regular gasoline | 14.7 | 9.4 | 12.3 |
| Challenger (MDS) · Mid-size · Premium gasoline | 15.6 | 9.6 | 12.9 |
| Challenger SRT (MDS) · Mid-size · Premium gasoline | 15.6 | 9.6 | 12.9 |
| Challenger · Mid-size · Premium gasoline | 15.6 | 10.1 | 13.1 |
| Challenger · Mid-size · Premium gasoline | 16.7 | 10.4 | 13.9 |
| Challenger SRT · Mid-size · Premium gasoline | 16.7 | 10.4 | 13.9 |
| Challenger SRT Demon · Mid-size · Premium gasoline | 17.6 | 10.7 | 14.5 |
| Challenger SRT Hellcat · Mid-size · Premium gasoline | 17.6 | 10.7 | 14.5 |
| Challenger GT AWD FFV · Mid-size · E85 ethanol | 17.6 | 12.0 | 15.0 |
| Challenger SRT Hellcat · Mid-size · Premium gasoline | 18.1 | 11.4 | 15.1 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
5 Transport Canada recalls for the 2018 Dodge Challenger.
| 2024548 15 Aug 2024 | Label Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "N… |
| 2018422 9 Aug 2018 | Powertrain Certain vehicles may have been built with a defective powertrain controller. If the powertrain controller fails while driving the engine may stall, increasing t… |
| 2018396 27 Jul 2018 | Accessories Note: This recall affects the following Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) that were sold through dealers as high-performance accessories: - Mopar Stage 1 high … |
| 2018269 17 May 2018 | Engine On certain vehicles, an electronic fault may create a situation where the cruise control cannot be deactivated. If this occurs and the driver does not apply the… |
| 2018223 1 May 2018 | Powertrain On certain vehicles equipped with an 8-speed transmission, an incorrect park lock rod may have been installed during the transmission assembly process. This cou… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Dodge told its dealers about the 2018 Dodge Challenger: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11006814 | PUMP WATER & CONNECTOR - OIL COOLER TUBE |
| 11005320 | "Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: Verify current warranty policy to determine if digital imaging pre-authorization is required or pre-approval is required from the Regional Office; depending on market. This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishing the suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels." |
| 11002351 | PUMP WATER & CONNECTOR - OIL COOLER TUBE |
| 11002350 | PUMP WATER & CONNECTOR - OIL COOLER TUBE |
| 10251785 | SOS and Assistance Call Not Working After Radio Exchange Unit Installed |
| 10251783 | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On |
| 10248870 | Smart Glass Window Function Inoperative. Window Will Not Lower/Raise When Door Is Opened Or Closed, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B25B4-2A Pawl Switch Stuck. |
| 10248562 | 8-Speed Transmission, Additional Transmission Fluid Leak Inspection/Repair Guidelines. |
| 10248509 | Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved. |
| 10247995 | Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: **Verify current warranty policy to determine if digital imaging pre authorization is required or Pre Approval is required from Regional Office depending on market.** This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishing the suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels. |
| 10247965 | CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminates, Recent PCM Replace or Flash Update Performed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P057B Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Performance, P1572 Brake Pedal Stuck, C0042-54 Brake Pedal Missing Calibration |
| 10247953 | Radio Remained On After Ignition Is Switched Off, Dead Battery From Excessive Radio Current Draw |
| 10247906 | ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. Also, consider the following: 1) Remove OFA 2) Replace only the oil inlet O-ring and gaskets (seals kit in SOL above). 3) Re-install the OFA. For 2023MY and beyond use black O-ring. For 2022MY and prior use red O-ring. Note: When replacing OFA, it may be necessary to transfer the Oil Temp/Pressure Sensor from the old OFA to the new OFA. |
| 10247905 | ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY (with mileage above 30,000) review and follow instructions from STAR Online S1809000007 REV. C available on Dealer Connect. Also, consider the following: 1) Remove OFA 2) Replace only the oil inlet O-ring and gaskets (seals kit in SOL above). 3) Re-install the OFA. For 2023MY and beyond use black O-ring. For 2022MY and prior use red O-ring. Note: When replacing OFA, it may be necessary to transfer the Oil Temp/Pressure Sensor from the old OFA to the new OFA. |
| 10247412 | Dynamic Sensor Prior to replacing this part, please ensure all the pre-diagnostic & diagnostic procedures have been completed with emphasis on wiring and connector integrity. If codes C006A-28, U0125-00, or C006A-46 are present, warranty analysis suggests a high likelihood of an intermittent connection at or near the wiring connector, especially if the vehicle is a pursuit variant. Please verify wiring per diagnostic procedures, as well as removal & installation guidance called out in the service manual before replacement. |
| 10244401 | 8-Speed Transmission, Additional Transmission Fluid Leak Inspection/Repair Guidelines. |
| 10244356 | LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect. |
| 10244348 | Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved. |
| 10243209 | FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC |
| 10243208 | Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B) |
| 10243192 | Suspected engine coolant leak. |
| 10243153 | Apple CarPlay Does Not Work Or Not Connecting |
| 10243131 | CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminated, P057B Brake Pedal Position Sensor Performance |
| 10242779 | Customer Satisfaction Notification ZD7 - Radio Software update |
| 10242717 | Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation