The 2009 Dodge Challenger has 6 recalls, the most serious involving both front airbag inflators, which can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, raising the risk of serious injury or death.
The driver-side airbag inflator can absorb moisture over time and rupture during deployment. The passenger-side inflator carries the same rupture risk, and that recall is specifically scoped to vehicles sold or registered in high-humidity states and territories. There is also a suspension concern: on certain vehicles, the front wheel spindle nut may have been left out during assembly, which can allow the entire wheel and hub assembly to separate from the vehicle while driving. On the equipment side, some vehicles were fitted with Kidde fire extinguishers that may not discharge properly when needed. Finally, the tire pressure monitoring sensors on certain vehicles may not report accurate readings, leaving the driver unaware of a low tire.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front airbag inflator may explode during a crash due to propellant degradation from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger frontal airbag inflator at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The fire extinguisher may clog and fail to spray, or require excessive force to use. In some models, the nozzle may separate from the valve assembly with enough force to cause injury and make the extinguisher unusable.
What the fix does
Chrysler will provide a replacement fire extinguisher at no cost. Contact Kidde or Chrysler to arrange the replacement.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger frontal air bag inflator may fail or deploy unexpectedly, potentially injuring occupants.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Moisture can enter the driver's dual-stage frontal air bag inflator, which over time may cause it to rupture when deployed.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The nut that holds the front wheel assembly in place may be missing. This could cause a wheel to separate while driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will check for the front wheel spindle nut and install it if missing.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The tire pressure monitor sensors may fail to send accurate tire pressure readings to your vehicle, preventing you from knowing if a tire is underinflated.
What the fix does
Your dealer will replace the tire pressure monitor sensors with new ones.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
