Recalls
6campaigns
2 electrical · 2 power train · 1 air bag
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
122filed
Owner reports, 2014–2023 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
5★overall
★★★★★ Frontal 4★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 5★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
23mpg combined
$2,840/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
3.6 L 6-cyl· 8-speed automatic
8 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (6)
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2018 Dodge Charger. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Side Curtain Air Bag Inflators May Rupture
Air bags · side/window · curtain · inflator
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
- Consequence
- An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.
31.1% repairedof 284,982 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V198000
Listed for 2018 Dodge Charger. Not checked against your VIN.
Stealth Mode Disables Camera Display/FMVSS 111
Back over prevention · sensing system · camera
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicles equipped with a "stealth mode." When stealth mode is selected, the backup camera rearview image will not display when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
- Consequence
- The lack of a back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update body control module software to disable stealth mode when the vehicle is shifted into "Reverse", free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W62.
81.2% repairedof 26,361 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 20V512000
Listed for 2018 Dodge Charger. Not checked against your VIN.
Voltage Regulator may Fail and Cause Stall
Electrical system · wiring · front underhood
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
- Consequence
- A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
77.5% repairedof 12,779 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V524000
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Cruise Control cannot be Cancelled
Electrical system · software
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
77% repairedof 4,815,661 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V332000
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Incorrect Transmission Park Rods Installed
Power train · automatic transmission
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
- Consequence
- If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
84.1% repairedof 71 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V280000
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Front Driveshaft may Separate from Vehicle
Power train · driveline · driveshaft
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.
- Consequence
- If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.
86.9% repairedof 13,928 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V281000
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Owner complaints (122)
122 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
5involved a crash
1involved a fire
6injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 122 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 45 | 36.9% |
| Unknown or other | 33 | 27% |
| Structure | 19 | 15.6% |
| Engine | 11 | 9% |
| Power train | 10 | 8.2% |
| Service brakes | 6 | 4.9% |
| Air bags | 5 | 4.1% |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 4.1% |
| Suspension | 5 | 4.1% |
| Wheels | 5 | 4.1% |
How 2018 compares with other Charger years
Best and worst Charger years →2014343
2015136
2016182
2017128
2018122
2019120
202057
202135
202216
202326
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 343 | 9 |
| 2015 | 136 | 7 |
| 2016 | 182 | 5 |
| 2017 | 128 | 4 |
| 2018 | 122 | 6 |
| 2019 | 120 | 5 |
| 2020 | 57 | 3 |
| 2021 | 35 | 2 |
| 2022 | 16 | 3 |
| 2023 | 26 | 2 |
This year (2018)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Overall★★★★★
Frontal crashDriver 4★ · Passenger 4★★★★★☆
Side crashDriver 4★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 10.1%★★★★★
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2018 Dodge Charger 4 dr awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 23 mpg combined
23
mpg combined
19
city
30
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 389 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
$2,840per year
$237per month
652gallons a year
Miles ÷ 23 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 30 / 23 | $2,900 | 389 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 30 / 23 | $2,900 | 389 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,200 | 415 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,200 | 415 |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 25 / 19 | $4,000 | 466 |
| 6.4 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 25 / 18 | $4,550 | 486 |
| 6.4 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 25 / 18 | $4,550 | 486 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 22 / 16 | $5,150 | 546 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2018 Dodge Charger FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 Dodge Charger have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 24V198000 (air bag), 20V512000 (rear camera), 18V524000 (electrical), 18V332000 (electrical), 18V280000 (power train), 18V281000 (power train). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 Dodge Charger problems?
Owners filed 122 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (45), Unknown or other (33), Structure (19) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2018 Dodge Charger get?
EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 19 city, 30 highway and 23 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2018 Dodge Charger get?
NHTSA rated the 2018 Dodge Charger 4 dr awd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (10.1% rollover risk).
How does the 2018 Charger compare with other years?
Among the 2014–2021 Dodge Charger model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (35) and the 2014 the most (343). The 2018 drew 122. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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