10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
13 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
13 / 0
Average Mileage:
35,631 miles

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problem #25

Dec 042013

Charger

  • 55,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the passenger side air bag sensor would illuminate intermittently. The contact indicated that the failure would occur with or without a passenger in the front seat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the air bag harness was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000.

- Seminol, TX, USA

problem #24

Jan 302015

Charger 8-cyl

  • 41,550 miles
The airbag light goes on and off intermittently with or with out a passenger after taking this to the dealership the airbag wiring harness needs replaced.

- Fort Collins, CO, USA

problem #23

Jan 282015

Charger

  • 43,900 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that when starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver's seat wiring harness failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 43,900. Updated 03/31/15

- Burlingane, CA, USA

problem #22

Dec 162014

Charger

  • 83,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the wiring harness needed to be soldered. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

- Highland Heights, OH, USA

problem #21

Jun 022014

Charger

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the air bag sensor on the front drivers side illuminated. The contact was not included in recall NHTSA campaign id number: 13V118000 (air bags). The vehicle was not inspected or diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was not available.

- Fresno, CA, USA

problem #20

Oct 012013

Charger

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the passenger's seat air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. However, the diagnosis was unknown and the part to do the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

- Capital Heights, MD, USA

problem #19

Oct 262014

Charger 8-cyl

  • 42,865 miles
I had a light coming on that indicated that I have an air bag malfunction and to have serviced immediately. I looked up that some of the Dodge and Chrysler products have had a recall due to faulty wiring on a connector from the factory. They pulled up my VIN and stated no recalls for my vech, per. The VIN. However she did say it was showing the orc switch was bad. Then stated that I would have to pay because its out of warranty. I said ok I will have to let them know because I thought it was under recall. Then I was told I would have to schedule an appointment for diagnostic. So I asked if I take the vech. And the air bag deploys due to malfunction and I get hurt then what. They said sorry don't know what to tell you. Ok is this not a hazard to myself and other's? if its the same as the NO7 recall but not my VIN. That seem like they should have extended the recall to other vech. As well.

- Inman, SC, USA

problem #18

Jul 162013

Charger

  • 12,000 miles
Operating my vehicle with seatbelts employed, I was struck offset head-on from my left at the drivers front headlight from an oncoming vehicle who's driver failed to yield to oncoming traffic, making a left turn, crossing into my lane causing the collision and subsequent events. My speed was accelerating and was approximately 35 mph when hit by the other vehicle, reportedly accelerating to an estimated 15 mph. Despite these energetic collisions, none of my airbags ever did deploy. After the initial vehicle collision, my car was subsequently slammed to the side and off the road. With continued forward momentum, "standing" on the brakes and with no steering control, I struck a fire hydrant in my path followed by a large tree head-on. The tree collision was significantly energetic enough to cause total front end damages resulting in repairs approximately $20,000. In all three collisions, none of my airbags deployed. I sustained head trauma and was unconscious when ems/police arrived. I was diagnosed in the er with closed head injury and other mva- related trauma. Mechanism of injury: After the initial vehicle/vehicle collision, my head collided with the upper inside driver's doorframe where there's a handle. When my car subsequently collided with the large tree, my neck snapped forward and I struck my forehead on the steering wheel. It's my opinion and that of others, that the driver side airbags should have deployed in at least one of the collisions and had they deployed correctly, my injuries could have been prevented or, at minimum, been less severe.

- Satellite Beach, FL, USA

problem #17

Oct 202014

Charger 6-cyl

  • 58,000 miles
I took my car in for routine engine oil replacement and tire rotation. After receiving it back I noticed a humming sound coming from the engine and the dash information center telling me that the car is now in battery saver mode.. reading through the forums it seems this has been happening with people driving the same car as me and this has always led to engine failure and possible fire or accident. Prior to this incident, for the past 2-3 months, the airbag warning light has been coming on and off intermittently for no reason, regardless of anything on me seats.

- Riverside, CA, USA

problem #16

Apr 082014

Charger 6-cyl

  • 55,000 miles
Air bag light comes on and off.

- Flat Rock, MI, USA

problem #15

Aug 062014

Charger 6-cyl

  • 55,000 miles
First of all the customer service at the local dealership! sucks! when you called they (it's a call center), and they transfer where no one ever picks up. My problem occured on 8/6/2014. My car was driving in battery mode (which is not listed in the manual by the way). So, I called the Dodge chyrsler customer service to find out what was going on 1-800-423-6343. Only thing they advise was take to the dealer for diagnostic testing (which you the consumer have to pay for). Now remind you I have only had this car for one year and I am the second owner. I have kept up all my oil changes and regualr maintenance required for mileage, but all all of sudden the freaking alternator goes out on a 2012 Dodge Charger. Of course this does not sound right. So, I get a call back from the local dealership and they advise me that it will be $655 plus diagnostic. I have beed advised by the dealership as well as the chysler group llc customer center they can not assist with cost due to decline matrix and the history of the vehicle. I have gotten nothing but bs from everyone in regards to the so called case no. They gave me. The cutomer service representative have been extremely rude. I ask for a manager which they advised me they could not give me. (remind you again I use to work for a call center) I have not never heard a rep telling a customer you can not speak to a manager. Bull crap! also, I was told they are not allowed to give out headquarters numbers or information of address (which I ended up google the information). I planned on taking this matter up. I have electric issues, airbag issues, and more since I got this vehicle. Everyone tried to warn me about buying a Dodge, but I guess they were right ang I was wrong. Thanks, a concern owner of a Dodge Charger.

- Chattanooga, TN, USA

problem #14

May 192014

Charger

  • 90,837 miles
TL * the contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. While driving 70 mph, the contact rear ended another vehicle. The other motorist lost control of the vehicle, struck the front end of the contact's vehicle, and became airborne until it crashed into an embankment. The seat belt failed to restrain the contact and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact suffered injuries to the face, neck, and back. The rear seat belt also failed to restrain the passenger. As a result, neck and back injuries were sustained. The vehicle was towed to the contact's insurance company for further inspection. The manufacturer stated that the seat belt and air bag failures were not caused by a manufacturer defect. The failure mileage was 90,837.

- Lacombe, LA, USA

problem #13

Jun 012013

Charger

  • 36,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the air bag indicator would illuminate intermittently. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 13V118000 (air bags). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 36,000.

- Pocomoke City, MD, USA

problem #12

May 192014

Charger

  • 37,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The failure persisted for over one week. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000.

- Cincinnatti, OH, USA

problem #11

Feb 062014

Charger 6-cyl

  • miles
I have a 2012 Dodge Charger SE. Date and place of manufacture was January 2012, Canada. The vehicle was purchased used on May 15, 2013 from the Colorado river car sales, located in bull head city, Arizona. On 2/06/2014 the air bag warning light came on and has remained on. After learning that a recall had been made for defective air bag harness wiring, my husband contacted swantys Chrysler / Dodge dealership / repair center in bull head city, Arizona for an appointment to correct the problem. On 2/11/2014 my vehicle was inspected and the harness was found to be defective, however I was informed that my vehicle VIN number is not a part of the NHTSA recall # 13V118000. Due to the fact that it was manufactured 2 weeks after the dates stated on the recall notice. I was informed that I will be responsible for the replacement cost of $350.to correct this defect. Neither the Colorado river dealership nor swantys will consider doing the repair / replacement without charge to me. The defect is the same and wouldn't be a problem, had my vehicle been manufactured only 2 weeks earlier then it was. I am requesting that my vehicle be included in the NHTSA recall # 13V118000 this is a financial injustice to me that I feel needs to be resolved as soon as possible.

- Topock, AZ, USA

problem #10

Mar 112013

Charger

  • 34,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while traveling between 50-60 mph, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact sustained a sprained neck and shoulder. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 34,000.

- Oklahoma City, OK, USA

problem #9

Nov 032011

Charger

  • 4,456 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that whenever starting the ignition, the air bag warning indicator illuminated continuously until the engine was turned off. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number 13V118000 (air bags) however, the dealer advised that they only received one part after each recall repair was completed. The manufacturer was notified and they informed the contact that the remedy part would not be available for several months. The approximate failure mileage was 4,456.

- Linden, IN, USA

problem #8

Jul 102013

Charger 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that he received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number 13V118000 (air bags) several months ago and was informed by the manufacturer that the part was not available and an expected date of availability could not be provided. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available. Updated 9/23/13

- New Bern, NC, USA

problem #7

Apr 172013

Charger

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 13V118000 (air bags) and contacted the dealer. The dealer advised that they only received two of the remedy parts per week and the contact would not be able to have the vehicle repaired promptly. The contact was concerned with not being able to have the vehicle repaired within a reasonable time frame. The failure mileage was unknown. The current mileage was 14,500.

- Victorville , CA, USA

problem #6

Jun 042013

Charger

  • miles
We have had our air bag light come on again and again; even though I have taken it in monthly for the same thing. The last time was last month for the recall; but now it's back on again.

- Wake Forest, NC, USA

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