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2010 Dodge Charger Engine Problems

38
Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

Among these 38 stored complaint records:

  • 0 indicate a crash
  • 0 indicate injury
  • 2 indicate fire

What owners report

  • failure mileage · 11 records
  • check engine · 7 records
  • without warning · 6 records
  • steering wheel · 4 records
  • needed replaced · 4 records
  • notified failure · 4 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
60–100k mi13
100–150k mi10
30–60k mi5
150–400k mi4
1–30k mi3

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • December 7, 2019 · 200,000 miles

    Electrical System · Engine · Steering

    While driving on a 2 lane highway with traffic behind me, the car shuts down and i lose power while driving. The steering wheel locked up making it very difficult to turn. I pressed the gas repeatedly and nothing happened. Cars behind me were blowing but there wasn't much i could do. The car was slowing down anyway so i pressed the brake and they worked so i struggled like crazy to turn the steering wheel and was…

    ODI 11287824

  • November 6, 2019 · 185,000 miles

    Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge charger. The contact took the vehicle to hilltop chrysler dodge ([redacted], richmond, ca 94806) for routine maintenance. After the vehicle was serviced, the contact heard a ticking noise coming from the engine compartment. The contact turned around and went back to the dealer where she was informed that the rocket arm needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the…

    ODI 11280754

  • October 25, 2019 · 127,000 miles

    Engine

    Engine cut off while driving and would not start again. Carried to certified dealership, engine locked up and there was found metal shavings in oil. Had to replace engine.

    ODI 11278600

  • May 13, 2019 · 130,000 miles

    Electrical System · Engine · Power Train

    Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge charger. When the vehicle was started and the accelerator pedal was depressed, an abnormal winding noise was heard and the battery warning indicator illuminated. Also, while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not…

    ODI 11208225

  • January 24, 2019 · 40,000 miles

    Air Bags · Engine

    Towed my car to dealership on 1/24/2019 due to lifesaving recalls and was refused the lifesaving repairs based off my vehicle allegedly not being able to start which is a lie because the towing service jump started the battery at my place of residence and drove the car onto the towing bed.hence my vehicle still posing a threat on life and client safety as a whole. Which will not be eradicated until i fix the car…

    ODI 11172454

  • January 5, 2019 · 91,000 miles

    Electrical System · Engine

    Altenator makes a whining noise while driving and then within 2 to 3 minutes the battery indicator light comes on then there is an immediate burning smell.

    ODI 11165450

  • October 1, 2018 · 179,867 miles

    Engine

    Takata recall i own a 2010 dodge charger 2.7 indicator light comes on flashing .. I took it to a mechanic he ran diagnostic test cylinder 2 comes back at 35psi he say he researched this motor an chrysler had recalls on that motor for that reason ..i just paid her off have full coverage ..wit 180k miles on her on fixed income .. Ive been looking an pricing heads for her ..need to know if there is a recall on this…

    ODI 11143952

  • September 1, 2018 · 92,000 miles

    Engine · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control

    Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge charger. While driving 60 mph, the throttle body and electric power steering warning indicators illuminated. Afterwards, the vehicle automatically slow down from 60 to 40 mph. Grainger honda (1596 chatham pkwy, savannah, ga 31408, [redacted]) diagnosed the vehicle, but could not find a failure. The contact believed the failure was due to the electrical system. The manufacturer was…

    ODI 11203360

  • July 2, 2018 · 120,000 miles

    Body · Engine

    My 2010 dodge charger caught fire and exploded. I was sitting in it with the air conditioner running, waiting for my son. I smelled something burning, but not like plastic or the smell when it's overheating. I looked at my dash and the thermostat needle was straight up then i saw a little puff of smoke out of the corner of my eye. I popped the hood and flames shot across the windshield. I opened the door and rolled…

    Fire reported

    ODI 11110294

  • June 30, 2018 · 142,000 miles

    Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine

    Wife was driving charger when the gauges, radio, ac went hay wire and a few seconds later the car just died in heavy traffic and would not start back. Had car was towed and very costly as she was far from home. From what i could find online it sounded like the battery or alternator, removed both and had them tested and both are in good working order. Charged battery up and car started right up so we test from it.…

    ODI 11104909

  • June 9, 2018 · 84,000 miles

    Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge charger. While driving 25 mph, white smoke appeared from the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact stated that the failure was possibly due to a cracked block or engine head. The contact was awaiting the vehicle to be inspected by the insurance company. The dealer was not contacted for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was…

    Fire reported

    ODI 11101385

  • March 1, 2018 · 100,000 miles

    Electrical System · Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge charger. While operating the vehicle, the engine suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the alternator and the starter, but the failure continued. Thomas dodge ([redacted], highland, in) was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 100,000.

    ODI 11193409

  • January 20, 2018 · 95,837 miles

    Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System

    There needs be a recall for the 2010 dodge charger sxt. While driving home on the interstate, just as i'm merging on to my exit, the car shuts completely down while in motion during traffic. I had no idea that it had completely stalled until i tried to give it gas and turn the steering wheel as i was going into to a curve with cars in front of me and behind. Had to fight like [xxx] to turn the wheel and use the…

    ODI 11064354

  • December 24, 2017 · 164,000 miles

    Electrical System · Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to crank on several occasions and the battery was drained. The battery and check engine indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an auto center where it was diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not…

    ODI 11056603

  • October 13, 2017

    Engine · Unknown Or Other

    I brought a vehicle with a rolled back odometorand the check engine light was caulked over so you could not see it was on.after i brought the car from an individual it failed emission testing. My mechanic discovered the check engine light was cualked. I decided to look up the vin online and saw the car was sold at auction on 9/25/17 on the odometor read 199955. Link to auction site :…

    ODI 11040275

  • October 5, 2017 · 90,933 miles

    Electrical System · Engine · Power Train

    The pcm - power-train control module fail, causing the motor to rock and jerk perfidiously from side to side as if your tire on the right side is on a flat and while driving down the freeway. Can stop are stall out at anytime with out you being aware. It happen while in motion and trying to park it.

    ODI 11033927

  • July 11, 2017 · 113,000 miles

    Engine

    VALVE SEATS FAIL

    ODI 11011178

  • July 2, 2017

    Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine

    N/S

    ODI 11035683

  • May 13, 2017 · 145,000 miles

    Engine · Unknown Or Other

    THE CAR PROCEEDS TO SHAKE AND MAKE NOISE

    ODI 11096832

  • January 2, 2017 · 98,000 miles

    Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge charger. While driving approximately 50 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was unable to restart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 98,000.

    ODI 10939742

  • August 1, 2016 · 78,000 miles

    Engine

    I was driving at approximately 35mph when my car stalled. And then eventually turned off. Has not turned on since. No lights came on or warnings of any kind. Car only has 78k miles on it. Dodge is not willing to investigate why motor went out or replace it.

    ODI 10914241

  • April 1, 2016 · 137,000 miles

    Electrical System · Engine · Power Train · Structure

    Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge charger. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The abs indicator illuminated without warning and the vehicle completely lost power. The contact stated that the vehicle was also severely rusted and corroded underneath the steering wheel panel, which created an unbearable odor inside the vehicle. The odor created a breathing issue for the contact, which…

    ODI 11012197

  • February 5, 2016 · 77,245 miles

    Engine

    Vehicle had a horrible start up sound. The engine constantly knocked and i told the shop they waited until i had to get it towed there. The engine went out and my warranty paid for it but they still chargered me for things i asked them about like the termistat and the cooling fan.... The mechanic said they was not working but my car had not check engine light and went out on the interstate

    ODI 10852116

  • December 1, 2015 · 94,000 miles

    Electrical System · Engine

    Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge charger. While driving at various speeds, the engine shut off without warning. While turning the key to the on position in the ignition, the key became stuck. The manufacturer was notified and the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not able to start. The failure mileage was 94,000.

    ODI 10873522

  • November 18, 2015 · 20,000 miles

    Engine

    Bought my 2010 charger in 2012. Slight engine ticking when cold from day one. Worse in winter, barely noticeable in summer. As time goes by, ticking is getting worse. Checked for engine codes and nothing. Checked for oil issue and nothing. Ticking is getting more obnoxious, especially when cold. When the car warms up it fades out somewhat. Took it to the dealership after doing some research and there's a known issue…

    ODI 10794827