2012 Dodge Charger

403 serious complaints of 661, the most about air bags (111) and engine (98); per car on the road, 2.6× this model's usual year. 15 recalls. NHTSA investigation EA16002: vehicle rollaway, engine on. NHTSA investigation EA21002: desiccated air bag inflator rupture.

What owners report

“Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 dodge charger. While driving various speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags), but was informed that the part needed for the repair was not available.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the air bags, Jul 2016

“The contact owns a 2012 dodge charger police. While driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road where the officer attempted to restart the vehicle, but it failed to start. The vehicle was towed to a county garage.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Mar 2018

Fixes and extended coverage

• Extended coverage MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. (09-002-14, Jun 2014)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

661 owner complaints · 15 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 17–23 mpg · NHTSA: 5 of 5 stars · 2012 trims and features