2018 Dodge Charger problems and complaints
Owners have filed 122 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Dodge Charger. The most-reported areas: Electrical System (45), Unknown Or Other (33), Structure (19).
Key takeaways
- 122 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 5 involve a crash, 1 a fire, 6 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 45 | 37% |
| Unknown Or Other | 33 | 27% |
| Structure | 19 | 16% |
| Engine | 11 | 9% |
| Power Train | 10 | 8% |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 5% |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 4% |
| Suspension | 5 | 4% |
| Air Bags | 5 | 4% |
| Wheels | 5 | 4% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | 3% |
| Steering | 4 | 3% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Dodge Charger 4 DR AWD | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| 2018 Dodge Charger 4 DR RWD | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Unknown Or Other - filed 2026-04-30
******* DELETE VOQ ******* THIS COMPLAINT IS BEING MARKED FOR DELETION BECAUSE IT WAS REQUESTED BY THE CONSUMER. DJR ******* DELETE VOQ *******
Power Train - filed 2026-02-13
The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, there was an abnormal, repetitive thud sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the wheel bearings were replaced; however, after the repair, ...
Power Train - filed 2026-01-06
The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormal sound, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel was uncontrollable. The contact stated that the steering wheel turned independently in t...
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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.