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2014 · Dodge

Dodge Charger problems

342 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2014 Charger?
High-risk ownership

Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.

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.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
78 reports · fails ~52,147 mi · avg $850
severe
steering
62 reports · fails ~69,751 mi · avg $700
severe
powertrain
52 reports · fails ~54,993 mi · avg $2,500
severe
engine
26 reports · fails ~80,850 mi · avg $3,100
severe
airbags
24 reports · fails ~75,545 mi · avg $1,100
severe
cruise control
12 reports · fails ~18,410 mi · avg $600
severe
brakes
11 reports · fails ~71,379 mi · avg $450
severe
suspension
9 reports · fails ~44,157 mi · avg $900
severe
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 Charger · engine Fire
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle had a strong hesitation, excessive smoking, and the service engine warning light randomly illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failures several times and was not able to provide a permanent…
12/28/2015 · at 22,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10816585.0 · see engine pattern →
2014 Charger · engine
So I've been going to dealership getting a oil change spark plugs change etc and also all recalls done at same dealership which I dont have a problem with but I've come to notice there is a problem with this oil filter adapter that seams pretty crazy buy the way manufacture…
12/25/2018 · at 103,550 mi · NHTSA ODI #11163351.0 · see engine pattern →
2014 Charger · powertrain
Car still rolling after complicated efforts to exit in and out of vehicle as the car is still in gear it keeps on rolling. It takes tremendous effort and concentration of the possibility of danger whenever exiting in and out of my car. This is pretty scary.
12/22/2020 · at 139,480 mi · NHTSA ODI #11384578.0 · see powertrain pattern →
2014 Charger · powertrain
Takata recall while driving in the city streets the oil cooler assembly started leaking oil all the way from the top where its located to the transmission and exhaust pipes causing a lot of smoke come out because the oil burnig had to stop very quickly thinking the car was…
12/22/2017 · at 59,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11056073.0 · see powertrain pattern →
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 15V467000 July 27, 2015

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 6, 2010, to June 5, 2014

Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R35.

Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA

EA Air Bags › Frontal · opened September 2021

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 2014 Dodge Charger reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 342 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 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 2014 Dodge Charger?

The 2014 Dodge Charger is a higher-risk ownership prospect. Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open. The record behind that call: Electrical system: 78 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 23,000–75,535 mi; Steering: 62 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 48,380–90,000 mi; Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Dodge Charger?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 78 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 52,147 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 52,147 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 2014 Dodge Charger?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 342 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 8 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Dodge/Charger. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Dodge. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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