This page covers 4 recalls, 39 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2023 Dodge Challenger.
17–23 mpg combined
10.2–13.8 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 6 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Windshield cracking is the standout complaint pattern for the 2023 Challenger, accounting for roughly a quarter of all owner reports. Owners consistently describe stress cracks originating near the A-pillar, on either the driver or passenger side, that appear without any road impact or chip. The cracks typically run across a significant portion of the windshield, and owners report them occurring at varying mileages. Several owners note the cracks appear to stem from body flex or the way the windshield is bonded to the frame. Engine behavior draws a smaller but notable cluster of complaints, with owners describing the engine dropping into limp mode under acceleration, sometimes followed by the transmission shifting to neutral and requiring a full restart to recover. Brake complaints round out the top three reported systems, though at lower volume.
39
Total Complaints
By System
The 2023 Dodge Challenger has 4 recalls, covering two safety concerns: a rear seat back that may not lock upright and a parking brake that may not hold the vehicle in place.
The left rear seat back striker may be misaligned, preventing the seat back from latching in the upright position. In a crash, an unlocked seat back can shift and allow cargo to move into the cabin, raising the risk of injury to occupants. The parking brake on certain vehicles was not adjusted correctly and may fail to hold the car when parked, creating a rollaway risk.
At a glance
What can fail
The left rear seat back may not lock securely in the upright position.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and adjust the seat back latch striker as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The left-rear seat back striker may be misaligned, preventing the seat from locking upright. Unsecured cargo could shift during a crash.
What the fix does
A dealer will inspect and adjust the left-rear seat back striker as needed to ensure proper locking.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The parking brake may not be adjusted correctly, which means your vehicle could roll even when the parking brake is set.
What the fix does
FCA Canada will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where technicians will properly adjust your parking brake.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The parking brake may not be adjusted correctly, allowing the vehicle to roll away when parked.
What the fix does
Dealers will adjust the parking brake to work properly at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
