2012 Dodge Challenger problems and complaints
Owners have filed 253 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Dodge Challenger. The most-reported areas: Electrical System (138), Air Bags (47), Engine (25).
Key takeaways
- 253 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 11 involve a crash, 8 a fire, 8 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 138 | 55% |
| Air Bags | 47 | 19% |
| Engine | 25 | 10% |
| Unknown Or Other | 20 | 8% |
| Steering | 19 | 8% |
| Power Train | 17 | 7% |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 4% |
| Suspension | 8 | 3% |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 3% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 7 | 3% |
| Structure | 7 | 3% |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 3% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Power Train - filed 2026-02-23
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the starter, throttle body, and transmission needed to be replaced. The contact state...
Power Train - filed 2026-02-23
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that when shifting the vehicle to reverse(R) or to neutral(N), the vehicle would only move forward. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to two independent mechanics and was advised that there were known issues associate...
Electrical System,air Bags,engine - filed 2025-10-06
The contact leased a 2012 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with melted wiring. Additionally, the c...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.