Reliable Auto DB

2023 Dodge Challenger reliability

Is it reliable?

The 2023 Dodge Challenger has 42 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 12 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 2 recalls on file, including Seat fasteners and Parking brake.

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

42

Per year

12

Recalls

2

Years on the road

4

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Visibility and wipers (13 of 42), then Electrical system (6) and Service brakes (6). The most filings arrived in 2024 (19 of 42).

Next to 2022

The 2022 Challenger has 9 complaints, 2 per year. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2022.

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 2023 Dodge Challenger. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (2)

Recall Seat fasteners 2024-08-01 · NHTSA campaign 24V573000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Dodge Challenger vehicles. The left rear seat back may not lock in the upright position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
Remedy Dealers will inspect and adjust the seat back latch striker as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 38B.
Recall Parking brake 2024-02-15 · NHTSA campaign 24V112000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger vehicles. The parking brake may be improperly adjusted, which can result in a vehicle roll away. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Remedy Dealers will properly adjust the parking brake, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 01B.

Complaints by component (42 total)

Visibility and wipers
13
Electrical system
6
Service brakes
6
Engine
4
Structure
4
Forward collision avoidance
2
Seats
2
Speed control
2
Fuel and propulsion system
1
Lane departure
1
Steering
1
Wheels
1
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Crash-flagged

0

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

0

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

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Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that the instrument cluster cover had cracked twice in the center and in the right corners. The vehicle was initially repaired under warranty; however, the…"
    Electrical system · filed 2026-09-18
  • "Have a crack that started from A pillar without any indication of any hit on the windshield. Took to dealer and they checked and agreed it has no chip that started the crack and there are numerous reports of 2023…"
    Visibility and wipers · filed 2026-07-30
  • "I am reporting a serious public safety concern involving Walmart Auto Care Center in Waterford, CT, after tire installation on my 2023 Dodge Challenger. Walmart installed four new Michelin tires on 05/12/2026 after…"
    Wheels, Unknown or other · filed 2026-06-25
  • "The engine is malfunctioning. It is available for inspection. When you accelerate the vehicle, the engine goes into limp mode then it goes into neutral and you have to find a safe place on the side of the road to pull…"
    Engine · filed 2026-04-28
  • "The front windshield spontaneously cracked from the A frame. This is dangerous because it weakens the windshield and can impair vision. Multiple people online have complained about the same issue with their 2023…"
    Visibility and wipers, Lane departure · filed 2026-03-10

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
Challenger 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 19 30 23 MPG $2800
Challenger 6.4L, 8-cyl Manual 6-speed Rear-wheel drive 14 23 17 MPG $4700
Challenger 5.7L, 8-cyl Manual 6-speed Rear-wheel drive 15 23 18 MPG $4450
Challenger 5.7L, 8-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 16 25 19 MPG $3900
Challenger 6.4L, 8-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 15 24 18 MPG $4450
Challenger all-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 8-speed All-wheel drive 18 27 21 MPG $3100
Challenger SRT 6.2L, 8-cyl Manual 6-speed Rear-wheel drive 13 21 16 MPG $5000
Challenger SRT 6.2L, 8-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 13 22 16 MPG $5000
Challenger SRT Demon 170 6.2L, 8-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 10 17 13 MPG $6150
Challenger SRT Widebody 6.2L, 8-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 13 21 15 MPG $5300
Challenger SRT Widebody 6.2L, 8-cyl Manual 6-speed Rear-wheel drive 13 21 16 MPG $5000
Challenger Widebody 6.4L, 8-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 15 24 18 MPG $4450
Challenger Widebody 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 2023 Dodge Challenger reliable?

The 2023 Dodge Challenger has 42 complaints with NHTSA after 4 years, or 12 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 2 recalls on file, including Seat fasteners and Parking brake.

What are common problems with a 2023 Dodge Challenger?

The complaints owners file most often name Visibility and wipers (13 of 42), then Electrical system (6) and Service brakes (6). The most filings arrived in 2024 (19 of 42).

Is the 2023 Dodge Challenger more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2022 Challenger has 9 complaints, 2 per year. The 2023 has more complaints per year than the 2022.

Has the 2023 Dodge Challenger been recalled?

The 2023 Dodge Challenger has 2 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 2023 Dodge Challenger?

Owners have filed 42 complaints about the 2023 Dodge Challenger with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2023 Dodge Challenger get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2023 Dodge Challenger is 17.5 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.