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2013 dodge Challenger electrical problems

severe 96 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850

Complaints
96
Recalls
1
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 13V103000 21/03/2013

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine

A short circuit could lead to a vehicle fire.

Fix: Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact their dealers. Chrysler Group further advises affected owners not to park their vehicles in, or near, any structures. Dealers will replace the under hood starter cable assembly, free of charge. The recall notification began on March 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.

What owners are reporting 11 most recent

electrical · filed 12/31/2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER WINDOW WAS FUNCTIONING INDEPENDENTLY AND CAUSED THE BATTERY TO DRAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE DEALER (KEARNY MESA CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM LOCATED AT 8010 BALB…

electrical · filed 12/21/2017

WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, MULTIPLE LIGHTS BEGAN TO FLASH ACROSS THE DASHBOARD. THE ODOMETER MOVED FREELY BACK AND FORTH WITHOUT GIVING AN ACCURATE MEASUREMENT OF SPEED. (VIDEO TOO LARGE TO UPLOAD)

electrical · filed 12/20/2019

SAFETY POWER WINDOWS (ANTI-PINCH) STANDARD IT'S KEEPS GOING UP AND DOWN WHEN THE CAR IS OFF

electrical · filed 12/17/2015

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHALLENGER. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, IT HESITATED AS IF IT WOULD STALL. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED SEVERAL TIMES FOR MONTHS AND INDICATED THAT THEY ONLY HAD FOUR PARTS AVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR. THE DEALER STATED THAT IT MAY BE LONGER THAN A MONTH BEFORE THEY COULD ORDER THE PART, WHICH WAS UNREASONABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND WAS UNABLE TO…

electrical · filed 12/16/2014

RECALL SENT TO HOME P60 / NHTSA 14V-634 FOR 160-AM ALTERNATOR PROBLEM: THE ALTERNATOR DIODES IN YOUR VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE RAPID FAILURE. VARIABILITY IN THE FAILURE MODE RANGES FROM NO OUTPUT, REDUCED OUTPUT, AND/OR A FULLY SHORTED TO GROUND CONDITION. DEPENDENT ON THE ALTERNATOR FAILURE MOD AND TIMING, VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM VOLTAGE MAY DROP TO CRITICAL LEVELS, DISABLING SYSTEMS SUCH AS …

electrical · filed 12/15/2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND SMOKE BEGAN TO COME FROM THE VENTS WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT VARIOUS UNKNOWN WIRES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER, WHO REPL…

electrical · filed 12/13/2017

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED EXCESSIVE BATTERY DRAIN, WHICH RESULTED IN THE VEHICLE NOT BEING OPERABLE. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BATTERY, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V435000(ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE…

electrical · filed 12/08/2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS BECAME DIM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO POWER OFF AT TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 14V6…

electrical · filed 12/08/2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER STATED THE REMEDY FOR THE DEFECT WAS STILL UNDER DEVELOPMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD DIM INDEPENDENTL…

electrical · filed 12/04/2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO INFORM THE CONTACT WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.

Common questions

How serious is the electrical problem on the 2013 dodge Challenger?

It's a meaningful issue. 96 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.

At what mileage does the electrical 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 $850 for electrical 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 electrical?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover electrical issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

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. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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