2014 Dodge Charger
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Electrical system is the leading concern among 343 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 7th highest complaint count among 20 Charger model years with reports.
Of the 2014 reports, 41 involved a crash and 8 involved a fire. 27 people were injured and 2 people died.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Air bags, frontal, passenger side, inflator moduleDo not drive until repairedJan 15, 2019
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
Campaign 19V018000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Jul 12, 2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.
Campaign 18E053000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, wiringMay 17, 2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Campaign 18V332000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, alternator/generator/regulatorNov 21, 2017
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T75.
Campaign 17V741000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, alternator/generator/regulatorJul 10, 2017
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.
Campaign 17V435000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, axle assembly, axle shaftFeb 14, 2017
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
Campaign 17V097000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Apr 25, 2016
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear.
Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of vehicle rollaway, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S27. Note: On October 19, 2016 Chrysler identified some previously repaired vehicles did not receive the complete software updates. Chrysler will renotify the affected owners, and dealers will update the software again.
Campaign 16V240000 on NHTSA.gov
StructureJan 28, 2016
FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016. When an affected vehicle is lifted using the supplied tire jack without chocking the wheels, the vehicle's body-side sill may give causing the tire jack to fail and the car to fall.
A car that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will provide owners with wheel chocks and instructions for their use, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S03.
Campaign 16V043000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bags, side/windowJul 27, 2015
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 6, 2010, to June 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.
Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.
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.
Campaign 15V467000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, alternator/generator/regulatorOct 8, 2014
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.
Campaign 14V634000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
343 reports, newest first.
Fuel/propulsion system, Sep 16, 2018
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM LARGE (FUEL ODOR CAUSED BY THE RELEASE OF FUEL VAPORS)
Steering, Sep 4, 2018
WHILE DRIVING MY CAR JUST ABOUT EVERY LIGHT ON MY DASH FLASHED ON THEN THE STEERING WHEEL LIGHT STAYED ON; AS IT BECAME HARD FOR ME TO TURN WHEEL AFTER I HAD PULLED OVER TO TURN CAR OFF. I TOOK TO MECHANIC AND HE DETECTED THAT IT WAS THE POWER STEERING PUMP. THE MECHANIC CALLED DEALERSHIP FOR CAR PART THE NEXT DAY BECAUSE DODGE SERVICE DEPARTMENT WAS CLOSED BECAUSE OF HOLIDAY. SO TODAY WHEN HE CALLED HE SAID THEY INFORMED HIM THAT IT WAS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE DODGE CHARGERS. MY QUESTION IS IF IT IS KNOWN TO BE A PROBLEM WITH THE POWER STEERING PUMP WITH THE DODGE CHARGERS SHOULDN’T IT BE A RECALL ON IT.
Seat belts, Aug 28, 2018
I PURCHASED A DODGE CHARGER FROM CHICAGO MOTORS INK. THEY SELL USED POLICE VEHIHICLES THE CAR A GOT WAS 2014 CHARGER. LOOKED VERY GOOD ON SITE WHEN I RECIEVE IT .THERE IS NOT ONE SEAT BELT OR SAFETEY DEVICE IN THE CAR. OH I CALLED OWNER ? TED MANY TIMES AND GOT NO RESPONSE FROM THE THIEF.
Visibility/wiper, Aug 26, 2018
WINDOWS FOG UP SEVERELY WHILE DRIVING AND DEFROSTER WILL NOT CLEAR WINDOW VISIBILITY. DEFROST WILL WORK AT TIMES ONLY TO STOP WORKING AT WORST MOST DIFFICULT DRIVING TIME.REQUIRED TO PULL OFF ROAD IN TRAFFIC WITH POOR VISIBILITY
Electronic stability control (ESC), Aug 22, 2018
MY VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALERSHIP TO RECEIVE RECALL MAINTENANCE. THE RECALL MAINTENANCE WAS COMPLETED BY THE DEALERSHIP BUT THE 3 RECALLS ARE STILL SHOWING OPEN ACCORDING TO THIS WEBSITE. I AM ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY CURRENTLY SERVING OVERSEAS AND I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO SHIP MY VEHICLE YET BECAUSE I'M STILL WAITING ON THE RECALLS TO CLEAR SO THAT I CAN PROVIDE THE SHIPPING AGENCY WITH A RECALL LETTER. PLEASE PROVIDE ME WITH GUIDANCE TO REMEDY THIS ISSUE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. THANK YOU!
Steering, Aug 16, 2018
POWER STEERING PUMP HAS DEVOLOPED A LEAK. 65,000 MILES. PUMPS ARE ON BACKORDER MAKING IT APPEAR TO BE A VERY COMMON ISSUE. DRIVING ON HIGHWAYS IS FINE. MAKES FOR STEERING AT SLOW SPEEDS IN PARKING LOTS COMMUNITIES ETC VERY DIFFICULT.
Electrical system, Aug 14, 2018
BATTERY SAVER MODE TURNS ON WHILE GOING 65 MPH ON FREEWAY. ONLY MY RADIO IS ON SO THERE IS NO HUGE DRAIN ON THE BATTERY. SERVICE KEYLESS SYSTEM IS ALSO SOMETHING THAT TURNS ON MULTIPLE TIMES. AT TIMES THE KEY FOB WON'T OPEN THE DOOR OR START THE CAR EVEN WITH A NEW BATTERY IN THE KEY FOB.
Power train, Electronic stability control (ESC), Service brakes, Aug 10, 2018
WAS DRIVING ON A CLEAR DAY WHEN, MY TRACTION CONTROL WENT ON AND OFF BY ITSELF AND THE ABS WENT OFF BY ITSELF CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL, IT WAS HARD TO PULL OVER WITH THE ABS GOING ON AND OFF ON THEIR OWN. AWD SYSTEM ALSO WENT ON AND OFF ON ITS OWN. BROUGHT CAR TO DEALER THE VERY NEXT MORNING THEY KEPT CAR THE WHOLE DAY AND WAS TOLD IT WAS FINE AND THAT THEY GOT NO CODES. I HAD TEST THE CAR FOR CODES AFTER THE INCIDENT HAD TAKEN PLACE AND I GOT THE FOLLOWING COEDS. U0415 ' ABS, C147B FRONT AXLE DISCONNECTED SENSOR. YET THE DEALER GAVE ME THE CAR THAT I STILL UNDER WARRANTY BACK, WITH THEIR OWN INVOICE STATING NO CODES. I TEST THE CAR FOR CODES WHEN I GOT FROM THE CAR DEALER AND SOME OF THE CODES WERE CLEARED, EXPECT FOR ABS U0415. THE CAR IS CLEARLY NOT FINE AND THE AWD SYSTEM IS STILL NOT WORKING THE WAY IT SHOULD. ALSO THE CAR WHEN PARK ROLLS EVERYTHING TIME ABOUT A FOOT FORWARD OR BACK PENDING ON SLOPE OF STREET. THE ROAD WAS A FOUR LANE ROAD WITH TWO LANES EAST AND TWO LANES WEST AND I WAS GOING STRAIGHT AT ABOUT 35 MPH, AS I HAD JUST RECENTLY LEFT FROM A RED LIGHT.
Steering, Aug 10, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN LEFT AND RIGHT. IN ADDITION, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING INDICATORS WERE FLASHING AND THE "SERVICE POWER STEERING" MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER (HEGGS CHRYSLER DODGE RAM, 6130 E AUTO PARK DRIVE, MESA, AZ 85206, (480) 565-5627), BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
Power train, Electrical system, Seat belts, Jul 28, 2018
TAKATA RECALL THERE'S MULTIPLE RECALLS THAT ARE WRONG WITH MY CAR BUT NOT DESCRIBED UNDER MY SEARCHES VIN ATTACHED IS SCREEN SHOTS OF THE EXACT ONES. I NEED THESE THINGS FIXED PLEASE AND THANK YOU. IT WON'T ALLOW ME TO CLICK ANY OTHER BOXES BUT ATTACHED ARE THE ISSUES. THE ALTINATAR IS AFFECTING MY BATTERY NOW AS WELL.
Seat belts, Jul 23, 2018
MY DRIVER SIDE SEATBELT KEEPS GETTING STUCK I CAN NOT GET OUT OF SEAT BELT WITHOUT PULLING ON IT.
Air bags, Seat belts, Jul 16, 2018, crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS CUT OFF BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CLIPPED THE REAR OF THE OTHER VEHICLE AND LOST CONTROL OF HIS VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO REGAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, BUT CRASHED INTO TWO PARKED VEHICLES. THE FRONT END OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED. THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN THE DRIVER. THE CONTACT WAS DAZED, BUT NEITHER HE NOR THE OTHER DRIVER WERE INJURED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND A REPRESENTATIVE WAS SENT TO RETRIEVE THE DATA FROM THE ELECTRONIC DATA RECORDER. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS NO MALFUNCTION FOUND FOR THE AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,000. *DT UPDATED 10/2/18*JB *TT *TR *DT *TR
Electrical system, Engine, Jul 5, 2018, crash
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LANDMARK DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM (6850 MT. ZION BLVD, MORROW, GA), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. AFTER RETRIEVING THE VEHICLE, THE FAILURE CONTINUED. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL AND CRASHED INTO A UTILITY POLE. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED CHEST AND FACIAL INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO AN UNDISCLOSED LOCATION. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. *TT
Structure, Jun 25, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE FRONT DRIVER'S DOOR FROM OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE, THE DOOR FAILED TO OPEN. THE CONTACT HAD TO ENTER THE VEHICLE USING THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR. THE DEALER (TOWBIN DODGE LLC, 275 AUTO MALL DR., HENDERSON, NV 89014) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALSO MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 115,000.
Fuel/propulsion system, Jun 23, 2018
GASOLINE LEAKING INTO CAB FROM FAULTY OR POOR QUALITY COMPONENTS OR SEALS. GAS VAPORS INSIDE CAR CAUSE POTENTIAL CONCERNS FOR IGNITION AND OR EXPLOSION. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AT HOME. DODGE CUSTOMER SERVICE UNHELPFUL.
Other or unspecified, Engine, Jun 18, 2018
TAKATA RECALL THERE IS A TICKING SOUND SOMETIMES IT LOUNDER THEN OTHERS BUT SOUND LIKE IT DOES HAVE OIL LIKE IF THE LIFTER ARE DRY BUT THE VEHICLE HAS OIL IT NEED TAKINGBIT TO THE DODGER DEALERSHIP BUT THEY WHERE NO HELP [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).' PM
Tires, May 30, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTI PRO CONTACT TIRES, SIZE: 235/55/R18 104 H (NA). WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, BUBBLES FORMED ON THE INSIDE OF THE TIRE AND THE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A RELATIVE'S HOUSE AND REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE AND TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,480. THE DOT NUMBER WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Service brakes, Apr 6, 2018
AFTER HITTING A DIP GOING INTO A PARKING LOT HAD TO PRESS BRAKES ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 3 TIMES AFTER HITTING A DIP OR HUMP BRAKES DISENGAGE AND NEEEDS TO BE PRESSED TO FLOOR TO STOP SPEED WAS ABOUT 10MPH OR UNDER
Air bags, Structure, Engine, Mar 28, 2018, crash
WAS TRAVELING DOWN ROADWAY AT APPROX. 45 MILES PER HOUR. REAR IMPACTED A SECOND VEHICLE AT APPROX. 20 MPH PUSHING IN RADIATOR AND ENGINE TO THE FIRE WALL AND EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE. AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. NO INJURIES POLICE REPORT FILED
Electrical system, Mar 26, 2018
THE BATTERY SAVE MODE EVELOPE COMES ON. AND CAR LOSSES POWER. THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE WITH THIS MODEL. DODGE HASN'T EXTENDED TO MORE MODELS WHEN THEY ARE AWARE OF THE ISSUE.
Engine, Feb 20, 2018, fire
MY DODGE CHARGER CAUGHT FIRE AND WAS A TOTAL LOSS DUE TO THE ENGINE OVER HEATING... THE FIRE MARSHAL AND INVESTIGATOR STATED THAT THE ENGINE HAD A MALFUNCTION... ALL THE PARTS ON MY VECHILE WAS THE ORIGINAL.... I PURCHASED MY CAR BRAND NEW OFF THE LOT AND ONLY TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR ANY WORK PRIOR TO MY TOTAL LOSS....MY CAR WAS SITTING PARKED WHEN THE FIRE OCCURRED WHICH STARTED UNDER THE HOOD AND I DIDN'T HAVE ANY WORK DONE ON MY CAR PRIOR TO THE FIRE.
Electrical system, Feb 5, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V435000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED A LOCAL UNKNOWN DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Fuel/propulsion system, Jan 25, 2018
"TAKATA RECALL" THE CAR HAS A RAW FUEL SMELL THAT FILLS THE CABIN AND ALSO THE TRUNK AREA, ESPECIALLY WHEN I FILL TANK. I HAVE TAKEN TO 2 MECHANICS AND THEY COULD NOT FIND A LEAK. THE CAR DOES THIS MOVING AND SITTING STILL, RUNNING OR OFF.
Electrical system, Structure, Jan 24, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE DRIVER'S DOOR, THE DOOR HANDLE SEPARATED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO NYLE MAXWELL SUPERCENTER (13401 N FM 620, AUSTIN, TX) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT A SCREW WAS LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED IN MAY OF 2017. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED EIGHT MONTHS LATER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT TO CALL NHTSA. THE CONTACT HAD TO ACCESS THE VEHICLE BY USING THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR. THERE WERE NO RECALLS ON THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 42,000.
Electrical system, Jan 12, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V435000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALERS (LARRY H. MILLER DODGE RAM AVONDALE, 10101 W. PAPAGO FWY, AVONDALE, AZ 85323, (480) 865-3985 AND BILL LUKE CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM, 2425 W CAMELBACK RD, PHOENIX, AZ 85015, (602) 249-1234) CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.