2015 Dodge Challenger reliability

Is it reliable?

Owners have filed 126 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Dodge Challenger over 12 years — 15 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Challenger years here — over the median of the other years, which is 10. NHTSA has 6 recalls on file, including Transmission control module, Wiring, and Radio.

2012 Dodge Challenger — Photo by Pierre André Leclercq, resized from the original. Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA 4.0

Complaints

126

Per year

Recalls

Years on the road

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (29 of 126), then Electrical system (26) and Engine (26). Those filings include 16 that report a crash, 3 that report a fire, and 12 that report an injury.

Next to 2014 and 2016

The 2014 Challenger has 149 complaints, 14 per year, and the 2016 has 78 complaints, 9 per year. The 2015 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2014. The 2015 has more complaints per year than the 2016.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2015 Dodge Challenger. How we count. Data as of 2026-10-16.

Recalls (6)

Recall powertrain, automatic transmission, transmission control module 2018-07-12 · NHTSA campaign 18E053000

Summary 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.

Remedy 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.

Recall electrical system, wiring 2018-05-17 · NHTSA campaign 18V332000

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.

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.

Recall equipment, electrical, radio 2015-07-23 · NHTSA campaign 15V461000

Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.

Remedy Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. 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 R40.

Recall air bags, side and window 2015-05-13 · NHTSA campaign 15V282000

Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured March 28, 2015, to April 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the driver's side air bag inflated curtain (SABIC) may have a loose or missing rear mounting bolt.

Remedy Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R22.

Recall engine and cooling, engine, gasoline 2015-02-27 · NHTSA campaign 15V114000

Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT and Dodge Charger SRT vehicles manufactured September 18, 2014, to February 5, 2015, and equipped with a 6.2L supercharged engine. O-ring seal and fuel rail crossover hose damage may result in the fuel rail hose connection leaking fuel.

Remedy Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the engine fuel rail injector crossover hose, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R07.

Recall electrical system, instrument cluster 2014-11-24 · NHTSA campaign 14V749000

Summary Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured June 30, 2014, to October 8, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the instrument cluster may become inoperative. This could cause the gauges to oscillate at zero and the Vehicle Theft Alarm could remain illuminated. Thus, the affected vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 101, "Controls and displays."

Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a software enhancement, free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2014. Owners can contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P74.

Complaints by component (126 total)

Powertrain

Electrical system

Engine

Service brakes

Air bags

Fuel and propulsion system

Exterior lighting

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Seats

Steering

Suspension

Seat belts

Speed control

Structure

Forward collision avoidance

Visibility and wipers

Wheels

Back-over prevention

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Crash-flagged

Fire-flagged

Injury reports

Death reports

Complaints filed per year

Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings

"The vehicle's engine has suffered a catastrophic internal failure at approximately 56,000 miles. The engine is the 6.4-liter HEMI V8. The issue began with a loud ticking noise from the engine. I brought the vehicle to…"
Powertrain, Engine · filed 2026-04-07
"42,000 miles drive shaft failure. Dealer stated drive shaft is ready to fall off. Completely stock vehicle, 1 owner."
Powertrain · filed 2026-04-06
"On [XXX], I was involved in a serious motor vehicle collision in Arkansas while driving my Dodge Challenger. The crash was severe enough that the vehicle was declared a total loss. Despite the severity of the collision…"
Air bags · filed 2026-03-10
"Drive shaft broke and my car is not on recall list . It has under 60000 miles. Manual"
Unknown or other · filed 2025-09-10
"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Dodge Challenger. The contact then discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 138,160,…"
Electrical system · filed 2025-07-28

Fuel economy

Trim	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City	Hwy	Combined	Annual fuel cost
Challenger	6.4L, 8-cyl	Automatic 8-speed	Rear-wheel drive	15	25	18 MPG	$4450
Challenger	5.7L, 8-cyl	Manual 6-speed	Rear-wheel drive	15	23	18 MPG	$4450
Challenger	6.4L, 8-cyl	Manual 6-speed	Rear-wheel drive	14	23	17 MPG	$4700
Challenger	3.6L, 6-cyl	Automatic 8-speed	Rear-wheel drive	19	30	23 MPG	$2800
Challenger	5.7L, 8-cyl	Automatic 8-speed	Rear-wheel drive	16	25	19 MPG	$3900
Challenger SRT8	6.2L, 8-cyl	Manual 6-speed	Rear-wheel drive	13	21	16 MPG	$5000
Challenger SRT8	6.4L, 8-cyl	Automatic 8-speed	Rear-wheel drive	15	25	18 MPG	$4450
Challenger SRT8	6.2L, 8-cyl	Automatic 8-speed	Rear-wheel drive	13	22	16 MPG	$5000
Challenger SRT8	6.4L, 8-cyl	Manual 6-speed	Rear-wheel drive	14	23	17 MPG	$4700

Specs and fitment

LC generation (3rd gen), 2012–2023

Body styles Coupe

Oil 5W-20 full synthetic (3.6L V6; Hemi V8 uses 5W-20 or 0W-40 per manual) , 7 qt capacity

Tire size 245/45R20 (many trims); staggered setups on wide-body and Hellcat models front / 245/45R20 (many trims); wider rear tires on staggered Hellcat and wide-body trims rear

Known issues for this generation

Recall 18V-280 covers certain 2018 Dodge Challenger, Charger, and Durango, Chrysler 300, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, and Ram 1500 vehicles: an incorrect transmission park lock rod may allow the vehicle to move even when the shifter indicates Park. Dealers inspect and replace the park lock rod if needed. Recall 19V-203 covers certain 2019 Dodge Challenger, Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles whose instrument cluster may not properly illuminate driver warnings; dealers update the instrument cluster software.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Dodge Challenger reliable?

What are common problems with a 2015 Dodge Challenger?

Is the 2015 Dodge Challenger more reliable than the years next to it?

Has the 2015 Dodge Challenger been recalled?

The 2015 Dodge Challenger has 6 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2015 Dodge Challenger?

Owners have filed 126 complaints about the 2015 Dodge Challenger with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2015 Dodge Challenger get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2015 Dodge Challenger is 18 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

When did Dodge stop making the Challenger?

The LC Challenger was built through the 2023 model year for the US market.

What oil does a Dodge Challenger with the 3.6L V6 take?

US notes list 5W-20 full synthetic for the 3.6L V6; Hemi V8 grades can differ (5W-20 or 0W-40 per the manual).

What tire sizes does a Dodge Challenger use?

Many trims list 245/45R20; wide-body and Hellcat models use staggered setups that differ front to rear.