Improper Up Shift With Paddle Shift This bulletin involves replacing both steering wheel paddle shifter. Customers may experience the following:When trying to upshift using the paddle shifter on the steering, the transmission will downshift instead.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2015 Dodge Charger steering problems
severe Owners of the 2015 Dodge Charger have filed 13 NHTSA complaints about the steering at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
Complaints
13
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 Charger | 39 |
| 2012 Charger | 53 |
| 2013 Charger | 30 |
| 2014 Charger | 62 |
| 2015 Charger (this page) | 13 |
| 2016 Charger | 17 |
| 2017 Charger | 8 |
| 2018 Charger | 4 |
| 2019 Charger | 9 |
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When does it fail?
Of the 13 steering complaints filed for the 2015 Dodge Charger, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
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150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA steering complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 8 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 steering 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.
Improper Up Shift With Paddle Shift This bulletin involves replacing both steering wheel paddle shifter. Customers may experience the following:When trying to upshift using the paddle shifter on the steering, the transmission will downshift instead.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Hands On Steering Wheel Message In EVIC
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Steering Column If vehicle comes in for steering column replacement, verify column installed. Go to Info Column in Star Parts and open the flow chart to determine which column is installed. If column is Daimler, verify that a replacement Daimler column is in stock and use for replacement. If no Daimler column is in stock, replacement must use Presta column (which require a number of other componenets to be replaced). For more information and details on PN's, see L-Series Flowchart in Star Parts. Contact parts specifying for assistance regarding correct part numbers, for technical assistance contact Star.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Electric Power Steering Gear For LA, LD and LX Models ONLY; Before this part is replaced for: A) Electrical, Communication or DTC issue please contact: Terry Gavit @ cell (248) 882-6108 terry.gavit@fcagroup.com Engineering is requesting a copy of VSR to be emailed to the above address. B) Noise or Mechanical issue please contact: Barbara Strace @ cell (586) 246-4211. If you do not receive a return call within 15 minutes, proceed with the repair. Please be sure to attach a copy of the Vehicle Scan Report on the repair order.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2015 Dodge Chargers report sudden loss of power steering caused by electronic rack or internal steering rack failures occurring between 34,000 and 44,000 miles. The failure typically arrives with a service power steering warning light and leaves the driver unable to steer the vehicle. Several owners describe steering wheel jerking before complete failure and note that repairs cost between $2,500 and $3,975 for the steering rack itself, plus another $1,500 in labor at dealerships. One owner reported the car regained power steering briefly after starting, then lost it again after traveling about 100 yards.
Wheel speed sensor failures also appear frequently in this cluster, disabling ABS and traction control. One owner had two sensors fail within 25,000 miles, with failures happening shortly after cold starts. A coworker with the same model year experienced the same issue.
A separate pattern involves intermittent power steering and brake system warning messages that don't throw stored fault codes. These warnings cause the vehicle to swerve as power steering cuts out briefly, then restores itself. One owner reported this happened two years ago, stopped, then recurred recently.
One complaint notes rust on the steering knuckle near the ball joint and front suspension area.
Same Dodge Charger steering reports on nearby years: 2012 · 2013 · 2014 · 2016
Failure modes owners describe
Power steering rack electronic component failure
Electronic steering rack unit fails, leaving drivers without power steering. Owners report the entire rack requires replacement at significant cost. Failures occur suddenly with no warning in some cases, or preceded by intermittent jerking and warning lights.
When: 39,000–44,000 miles; some occur within 2 years of purchase on low-mileage vehicles
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel jerks to either side when turning or backing; Power steering light / service power steering unit message displayed; Sudden complete loss of power steering; Wheel becomes hard to steer or frozen; Loss of power steering after 100 yards or less of driving
Repairs/costs cited: $2,500–$3,975 for steering rack replacement; labor $1,500 additional reported by multiple dealers
Wheel speed sensor failure affecting ABS and traction control
Wheel speed sensors fail prematurely, disabling ABS, traction control, and electronic stability control. Owners report multiple sensors failing within short intervals. Failures often occur within five minutes of cold start.
When: Early in ownership; one owner reports two failures within 25,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: ABS light illuminated; Electronic stability control warning; Traction control disabled; Speed control disabled; Failure occurs within five minutes of cold start in reported cases
Power steering and brake system warning lights with intermittent steering loss
Intermittent fault messages appear for power steering, ABS, and electronic stability control without fault codes stored. Power steering cuts out briefly during normal operation, restoring itself after moments. One owner reports issue resolved itself after two years, then recurred.
When: Various intervals; one owner reports recurrence after two-year gap
Symptoms owners cite: Power steering message displayed while driving and stationary; Electronic stability control service message; ABS service message; Vehicle swerves when power steering cuts out; Brief complete loss of power steering mid-drive
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership inspection found no stored fault codes
Suspension corrosion on steering knuckle
Rust present on steering knuckle and ball joint near front suspension. Reported alongside navigation and infotainment issues.
Symptoms owners cite: Visible rust on steering knuckle near upper ball joint and front suspension coils
Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
Upon start up of vehicle no power steering, service power steering unit light came on. No previous warning, no noises, got the car to Dodge dealership, they say it is electronic power steering unit and gear failure. Vehicle has 40,100 mi. On it. I have an extended warranty, waiting to see if it is going to cover a $3500.00 repair
Oct. 2021 drove car from california to montana. No problem! Nov. 2021 Car started and power steering light came on. I had no power steering and was unable to drive car. Had car towed to dealership and said my steering rack had internal failure and i had to replace rack. Cost me $3975, 2015 Dodge Charger, 34409 miles
Steering wheel jerked when turning or backing out of a tight spot, intermittently. We then received power steering error with the icon on the dash. Now approx 3 months later we lost power steering. Dealers say the entire front rack needs to be replaced because of an electronic part. The rack is at least $2500 and then multiple dealers say at least another $1500 in labor. I do not understand how a…
My 2015 charger is having power steering issues. Problem started a few months ago, when the car would jerk to either side and the ABS light would come on. Took it to a Dodge dealership and was told it needed a new power steering rack. Car was a year old when purchased, and a year later, is having this major issue. Not sure if this is a defect, or if someone tried to modify car in some way, or if…
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2015 Dodge Charger?
It's a meaningful issue. 13 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Based on the 13 complaints filed, steering issues most often appear around 74,414 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 $700 for steering 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 steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering 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.
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