NHTSA & EPA data · updated October 21, 2026

2025 Dodge Charger recalls, problems & safety ratings

Quick answer

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Dodge Charger and 39 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (27), fuel/propulsion system (14), power train (10). EPA-rated fuel economy is 87–98 mpg combined, depending on engine.

The 2025 ranks #4 of 13 Charger model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (170). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 5.7 per model year.

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Recalls 3

Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Dodge Charger. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Electrical system · instrument cluster/panelNHTSA #26V262000 · 04/23/2026

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger electric vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles," 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System," and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 39D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.

Power train · automatic transmission · internal · park pawlNHTSA #25V574000 · 09/04/2025

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Dodge Charger and Jeep Wagoneer S electric vehicles. An incorrectly installed spring may cause the loss of the park function when the vehicle’s gear selector is placed in the park (P) position, which can result in a vehicle rollaway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the electric drive module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 63C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025.

Back over prevention · warnings · external/pedestrian alertNHTSA #25V389000 · 06/12/2025

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Dodge Charger vehicles. The amplifier may be missing software, which can prevent the amplifier from emitting exterior sound, including pedestrian warnings. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."

Risk: A vehicle that does not emit sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a moving vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and update the amplifier software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 44C.

Common problems

From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.

Most-reported problem areas

Electrical system27
Fuel/propulsion system14
Power train10
Service brakes8
Vehicle speed control6
Forward collision avoidance4
Engine3
Structure2

By the numbers

39owner complaints filed
2involved a crash
0involved a fire
2injuries reported

Recent owner reports

09/29/2026 · Electrical system,engine

While driving car a message appears on dash that says park safely, vehicle will shut down soon. The car stoppedin the middle of traffis almost immediately after message appeared with no time to pull over or park. If i was on highway i could have been killed.

09/22/2026 · Unknown or other

Vehicle Repossession

09/18/2026 · Electrical system

The vehicles center screen periodically will freeze randomly, often when first turning the vehicle on. Often, I am reversing the vehicle in this situation and screen will show a frozen image of the back-up camera or the back-up camera will not be available at all.

Safety ratings

2025 Dodge Charger 2 DR AWD

OverallNot rated
Frontal crashNot rated
Side crashNot rated
RolloverNot rated

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Dodge Charger.

Charger Daytona R/T AWD 245/55ZR18

Auto (A1)

92city
81hwy
87combined

Electricity

Charger Daytona R/T AWD 255/45R20

Auto (A1)

104city
91hwy
98combined

Electricity

Other model years

Compare every Dodge Charger year

Questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Dodge Charger have?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Dodge Charger, most recently for electrical system · instrument cluster/panel (04/23/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Dodge Charger?

Based on 39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (27), fuel/propulsion system (14), power train (10).

Is the 2025 Dodge Charger safe?

NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2025 Dodge Charger.

Is the 2025 a good year for the Dodge Charger?

The 2025 ranks #4 of 13 Charger model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (170). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 5.7 per model year.

What gas mileage does the 2025 Dodge Charger get?

EPA ratings for the 2025 Dodge Charger range from 87 to 98 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

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Related vehicles

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: CHARGER EV, Charger.

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