2010 Dodge Charger problems
The 2010 Dodge Charger has 238 NHTSA owner complaints and no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
The 2010 Dodge Charger has 238 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). The most-reported system is electrical at 66 complaints, typically surfacing around 106,295 miles (~$850 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 Charger | 570 | 0 |
| 2008 Charger | 624 | 1 |
| 2009 Charger | 175 | 1 |
| 2010 Charger (this page) | 238 | 0 |
| 2011 Charger | 694 | 0 |
| 2012 Charger | 648 | 4 |
| 2013 Charger | 358 | 0 |
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2010 Dodge Charger? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- electrical — 66 owner reports · tends to show around 106,295 mi · ~$850 to fix
- airbags — 59 owner reports · tends to show around 88,591 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
- engine — 40 owner reports · tends to show around 60,771 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
- powertrain — 17 owner reports · tends to show around 100,960 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: airbags is flagged critical on this model , showing up around 88,591 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 7.4/10 model. The priciest documented failure is engine (~$3,100) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
See the full pre-purchase inspection checklist →Ask anything about your 2010 Dodge Charger
A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
Your road ahead on this 2010 Dodge Charger
When owners report each system failing, in actual miles — so you can see what's likely behind you, what's due around now, and what to budget for next. Enter your mileage to mark where you are.
- ~46,300 misteering~$700
- ~50,951 miengine~$3,100
- ~100,000 miairbags~$1,100
- ~101,300 mielectrical~$850
- ~109,800 mipowertrain~$2,500
"Typical" = median owner-reported failure mileage from the NHTSA complaint record for this exact year and model. Not a maintenance schedule — a heads-up on where this model's failures cluster.
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to crank on several occasions and the battery was drained. The battery and check engine indicators illuminated. The vehicle was…
Driving home and battery light came on and immediately following the car killed on me mid-rush hour on a very busy street between 3:00pm to 6:00pm out of no where. I had help to get it off the main road and asked for a jump start the car started up and ten minutes into the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving at a low speed, there was a loud grinding noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The failure was experience numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for the failure.…
Estimate your repair exposure
Drag to your current mileage. Numbers are derived from this vehicle's complaint history.
Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA
NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA21002 on NHTSA →
How NHTSA investigations work, and what's open now →
Common questions
Is the 2010 Dodge Charger reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 238 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Dodge Charger is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2010 Dodge Charger?
The 2010 Dodge Charger is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2010 Dodge Charger?
Inspect the electrical first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 66 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 106,295 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2010 Dodge Charger a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.4 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 238 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is electrical. Typical failure occurs around 106,295 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2010 Dodge Charger?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 66 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 106,295 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 88,591 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Dodge Charger has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2010 Dodge Charger?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 238 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.