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2023 Dodge Charger: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues

What the public record actually says about the 2023 Dodge Charger — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.

The read

More reported complaints than most sedan.

Owners filed 25 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 68% of 2023 sedans. Power Train leads the reports (32%). 2 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.

Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2023 sedans, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.

Complaints filed

25

Reports to NHTSA, 2023

Safety recalls

2

NHTSA campaigns on record

NHTSA crash test

Overall NCAP rating

Combined MPG

19

EPA estimate

Complaint volume vs. segment peers

More complaints than 68% of 2023 sedans

The bar is this car's percentile among 2023 sedans by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.

Known issues

Power Train issues lead owner complaints (32% of 25 reports), followed by unknown or other (16%).

Power Train32% · 8 reports
Unknown Or Other16% · 4 reports
Electrical System12% · 3 reports
Service Brakes12% · 3 reports
Steering8% · 2 reports
Vehicle Speed Control8% · 2 reports
Air Bags4% · 1 report
Engine4% · 1 report

+ 1 more component categories with fewer reports.

Share of all 25 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11740951, ODI 11727761, ODI 11724914, ODI 11666172, ODI 11641005.

Recalls(2)

Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.

SeatsJan 2024 · 24V574000Details +

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Dodge Charger vehicles. The left rear seat back may not lock in the upright position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."

Risk: A seat back that is not locked into position can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and adjust the seat back latch striker as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 37B.

Parking Brake · 24V112000Details +

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger vehicles. The parking brake may be improperly adjusted, which can result in a vehicle roll away. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Risk: A vehicle roll away increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy: Dealers will properly adjust the parking brake, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 01B.

A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.

Investigations

0 NHTSA investigations on record

No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.

Crash-test ratings

2023 Dodge Charger 4 DR RWD NHTSA source

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Frontal
Side
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2023 Dodge Charger 4 DR AWD NHTSA source

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Fuel economy by trim

TrimEngineDrivetrainCityHwyCombined
Charger3.6L 6-cylRear-Wheel Drive193023
Charger5.7L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive162519
Charger6.4L 8-cylRear-Wheel Drive152418

EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.

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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.

2023 Dodge Charger: frequently asked

What does the complaint record show for the 2023 Dodge Charger?

Owners filed 25 NHTSA complaints about the 2023 Dodge Charger — more complaints than 68% of comparable 2023 sedans, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.

What are the most common problems on the 2023 Dodge Charger?

The most-reported problem areas are Power Train (32% of complaints) and unknown or other (16%).

How many recalls does the 2023 Dodge Charger have?

2 recalls have been issued that affect the 2023 Dodge Charger, covering components such as seats. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.

What gas mileage does the 2023 Dodge Charger get?

The EPA rates the 2023 Dodge Charger between 18 and 23 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.