The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. Additionally, the low engine oil warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had reoccurred approximately three or four times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was n…
2010 dodge Challenger engine problems
moderate 60 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
60
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
CAR SHUT OFF GOING 65MPH ON HIGHWAY WITH NO WARNING. WOULD NOT START AGAIN. TOWED TO LOCAL DEALERSHIP AND IT TOOK 3 WEEKS OF THEM NOT KNOWING WHAT WAS WRONG AFTER I SUGGESTED TIMING CHAIN SEVERAL TIMES. THEY SAID I NEEDED A NEW BATTER, CHARGED ME $230 FOR A BATTERY I DID NOT NEED . FINALLY THEY REALIZED 6 OUT OF 8 HEADS WERE BENT AND TIMING CHAIN BROKE. NOW WHEN I LET OFF THE ACCELERATOR IT SOUND…
I WAS COMING HOME FROM WORK AND MY 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER SUDDENLY CUT OFF. I WAS GOING APPROXIMATELY 63 MPH AND LOST ALL POWER, I HAD TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED. THE SERVICE DEPT NOTIFIED ME THAT MY TIMING CHAIN BROKE. THE ENGINE IS PRETTY MUCH SHOT, I HAVE BEEN LOOKING AT A LOT OF DODGE FORUMS AND THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENIN…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2010 dodge Challenger?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 60 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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