2013 Dodge Charger Engine Problems
- 35
- 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 35 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 7 records
- diagnosed repaired · 4 records
- light came · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 9 |
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Unknown Or Other
Slight 'miss' at idle all the time intermittent weak starting odd 'sometimes' problems: 1-cruise control won't come on at all 2-if cruise is on, will not decelerate car on a decline (always above speeds of 55mph intermittent at speeds 55 and below) 3-u connect problems-no bluetooth, passenger door unlock inoperative from outside passenger or driver door at handles(must push button on door panel or on fob)no power at…
ODI 11309416
Engine · Steering
48hrs after i received and oil change i was driving to victorville california from san bernardino california and as i was exiting my exit my car turned off as i was driving. Car would not start. Tried to jump it and the engine would not turn over. I towed it to the shop after some troubleshooting they said it was the engine.. It had locked up. I was quoted $2500 for repairs
ODI 11299431
Electronic Stability Control · Engine
Code p0303 which is cylinder three misfire, changed out coil on cylinder three bad camshaft and bad valves steering wheel stiffens up doing left turn
ODI 11288803
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
I was driving home on the highway and the car shift into neutral while i was driving
ODI 11269471
Engine
As i was driving down the freeway the oil cooler filter assembly cracked and drained all my coolant flood and my car heated up, had to pull over asap and had to get my car towed, from reviews i've read it looks like that part is defective in chrysler, dodge, jeep
ODI 11271154
Engine · Power Train
When i first purchased the vehicle it had a tick i asked the dealership what was that they told me it was a (hemi tick) that all chargers had that sound so i drove it to around 100, 000 miles and while driving down the road it begin to make this loud noise sounding like a truck . I took it to the shop and they told me my number 3 plug or whatever it's called was misfiring took it to crown dodge and they told me that…
ODI 11301616
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While driving 35 mph, the contact heard noises coming from the engine and the battery save mode warning indicator illuminated. The contact drove home and discovered nhtsa campaign number: 17v435000(engine). The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 84,000.
ODI 11243379
Engine
[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tt
ODI 11209533
Engine · Power Train
The number 6 piston is misfiring and causing the car to jerk. The part in other 2013 chargers has been recalled , mine is having the same issue , but not on recall list. It happens when car is stationary the most , but does happen when driving too. It happens on city streets and on highways.
ODI 11206346
Engine · Power Train
I brought this 2013 dodge charger with 86,000 miles used in 10/20/2016 from south chicago dodge and when i got it, the car used to jerk when accelerating and i took it back to the dealer and told them about the car problem that i had. 1st time they had fix the transmission, 2nd, time the had put a new transmission in and now 2018 its having the same problem, its just somthing with this transmission or wut ever its…
ODI 11164069
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. The contact stated that the oil filter housing fractured and leaked oil without warning. The contact took the vehicle to maguire dodge ram of syracuse ([redacted] w, syracuse, ny 13204, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the entire oil filter housing system was loose. The dealer installed a new oil filter system in the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of…
ODI 11162090
Engine
ALTERNATOR
ODI 11157221
Engine
I am having difficulty with my dealership regarding the repair of t36 safety recall t36. I have contact the dealership several times regarding this repair, each time, i am told it is on order. This began in september 2017 and is on-going.
ODI 11109762
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle stalled and the engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but it failed to start. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the timing chain detached, and the engine would need to be replaced or…
ODI 11067005
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
While driving my 2013 dodge charger daytona at 60mph the vehicle just stopped working. The power just failed, i had no break or steering and just had to pray no one pulled out in front of me or i would have hit them. I have been researching this since my dealership says their is no open recall but there are literally hundreds of complaints of the same problem all over different websites. This is scary and very…
ODI 11034121
Engine
Radiator keeps going out causing vehicle to run temperature
ODI 11016436
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Hello my 2013 dodge charger 3.6 while i was driving the vehicle has just shut down with no warnings and i had to get it towed to a dodge shop u waited on my vehicle for days and they said it was a blown fuse but i'm in the technology field and it seems to me that someone has access or remotely access to my vehicle now i have issues with my fuel which i'm getting 10 miles a gallon, and my vehicle is getting to a…
ODI 11012938
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While driving 10 mph, the contact heard a whining noise and the abs, traction, and battery saver indicators illuminated. The contact stated that he was able to drive the vehicle home at a slow rate of speed. While pulling into the driveway, the contact noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact parked, exited the vehicle, opened the hood, and saw smoke.…
Fire reported
ODI 11010016
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
My car has cut off and turned right back on several times. I have taken it to the dealer and there are 0 issues.
ODI 11005287
Engine
The alternator diodes experienced a rapid failure resulting in a complete shutdown while driving on a city street at 50mph. Low battery indicator light came on and within 1-2 minutes lost all car functions including antilock breaking, electronic stability control, and power steering. Upon coming to a complete stop, could not put the car in park. Car eventually reset and put itself in park. Experienced a…
ODI 10958351
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Alternator suddenly failed when driving on the street. Car suddenly stopped running and started smoking while driving. Almost got in an accident while trying pull off the road. Battery replacing light came on, 30 seconds later car was making sounds, while trying to merge over, car suddenly died. Lifted hood, smoke came out. Towed car to dealership, they stated it was a failed alternator. 2013 sxt dodge charger…
ODI 10899379
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
Vehicle had a multi-system failure while driving away from a parking lot. Engine did not stall at first. Initially the steering became hard from power steering loss, "service awd" light came on, "service power steering" light was next, followed by brake system failure. Car was still a little driveable and then it stalled as i was stopping. This vehicle is very dangerous. Vehicle would not restart even though the…
ODI 10897499
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While driving 40 mph, the battery mode warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact was not able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
ODI 10886220
Engine
When accelerating, the car lunges forward instead of speeding up smoothly like other vehicles. Seems to always occur at between the 1000 and 2000 rpm range. Has happened regularly since purchasing car
ODI 10846286
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was unable to restart and the instrument panel would not illuminate. The contact stated that all power to the vehicle was gone. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The vin was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 61,000.
ODI 10762080