2013 Dodge Charger Alternator/Generator/Regulator Problems
- 11
- 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 11 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- battery saver · 6 records
- saver mode · 6 records
- diagnosed alternator · 6 records
- where diagnosed · 4 records
- alternator failed · 4 records
- alternator assembly · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Alternator/Generator/Regulator
2013 dodge charger. Consumer writes in regards to alternator safety recall. *ld *js
ODI 11112709
Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost all power and the contact was unable to get the vehicle to restart. The "battery saver mode" indicator illuminated prior to the failure. The vehicle was towed to dick poe dodge ([redacted] in el paso, tx) where it was diagnosed that the alternator failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
ODI 11060805
Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. The contact stated that the alternator failed and burned the battery while driving highway speeds. The vehicle was towed to chapman dodge jeep, horsham pa, 19044 [redacted]), where it was diagnosed that the alternator failed and caused the battery to burn. The vehicle was repaired and the alternator and battery were replaced. The dealer and manufacturer stated that the vin…
Fire reported
ODI 10995068
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Electrical System · Vehicle Speed Control
Lost steering and acceleration while traveling on the highway. This occurred within minutes after the vehicle entered "battery saver mode" and displayed the "battery" icon on the evic screen. This was the first and only indication of a problem, other than the radio not working that day. After pulling over, was able to restart the car, exit the highway, and pull into a service station. While attempting to park, the…
ODI 10947871
Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning and was unable to be driven. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and then towed to the dealer the dealer diagnosed that the alternator assembly needed to be replaced. The manufacturer indicated that there was a manufacturer's recall for the number 6 cylinder, but not the number 8 cylinder alternator…
ODI 10945001
Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. As a result, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle. There were no injuries and a police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and later to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the alternator failed and needed to be repaired. Earlier in the day,…
Crash reported
ODI 10929912
Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While driving 55 mph, the power mode indicator appeared on the instrument panel. The vehicle stalled while in motion and was unable to shift gears. The warning lights illimunated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the alternator was faulty. The manufacturer was notified and did not want to honor the warranty because there were 180 amps on…
ODI 10918792
Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle staled twice. During the second failure, the battery saver warning indicator illuminated, an abnormal noise was heard, and smoke appeared. The contact was able to park the vehicle and purchased an alternator assembly. The contact replaced the alternator assembly and the vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign…
Fire reported
ODI 10779141
Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. Within minutes of turning off the vehicle, the engine could not be restarted, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the battery saver mode message was displayed. The contact noticed a burning odor coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the battery was replaced. After the repair, the instrument panel gauges failed and the…
Fire reported
ODI 10713390
12v/24v/48v Battery · Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. While making a left turn at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled. The battery warning light, check engine warning light, brake light, and the saver mode warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the alternator and the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.…
ODI 10671940
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. The contact stated that the lights on the instrument panel would intermittently flicker off and on. The failure progressed and the vehicle would stall while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken for diagnostic testing at an independent repair facility. The technician stated that the battery was not properly receiving a charge and the alternator would need to be…
ODI 10661922