PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2015 Dodge Charger brakes problems
moderate 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
What stands out
No new NHTSA brakes complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 5 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Rotor - Front 2 Piece For LA, LD SRT vehicles with the 2-piece Front Rotor (BR7 sales code), do NOT replace the rotor for a clicking noise occurring while turning at low parking lot speeds. Instead, remove front wheels and rotors and clean mating surfaces (wheel mounting face, rotor mounting faces (both sides), and hub mounting face) with a Scotch Brite Pad or equivalent, and reassemble. When installing wheel, MUST use clicker/torque wrench, set to 110 ft-lb (150 Nm).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Upon further investigation, the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored in the PCM memory:P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. U1424 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received. P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P0339 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Intermittent. P2299 - Brake Pedal Position/Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. P2227 - Barometric Pressure Circuit Performance. P1611 - Supercharger Bypass Val
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Vibration While Braking This bulletin involves resurfacing either front/rear or all rotors and if necessary, replacing either front/rear or all brake rotors due to inactivity on dealer lots. The customer may describe a shake and/or vibration in the steering wheel and/or the seat while the brakes are applied. This vibration may be caused by corrosion on the brake rotors.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
Check engine light continue to remain on check for diagnostic saying that it's a transmission problem tires go out to fast only have the car for a few months.
Had brakes trouble with your 2015 Dodge Charger?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2015 Dodge Charger?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 6 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 64,800 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes 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 brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2015/Dodge/Charger.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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