2014 Dodge Challenger Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Dodge Challenger.

20132015
Complaints
211
per 10K Sold
40.9
US Sales
51,611
Crashes
23
Fires
8
Injuries
22
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2014 Dodge Challenger Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#158 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:38,943 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:4
#236 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:43,764 mi
Fires:1
#318 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:39,578 mi
Crash-related:11
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Dodge Challenger.

Electrical Faults
58
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
4
Avg Miles
38,943
Engine Problems
36
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
43,764
Airbags
18
complaints
Crashes
11
Fires
Avg Miles
39,578
Steering Defects
18
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
40,001
Fuel System
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
20,383
Transmission / Drivetrain
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
32,630
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
39,229
Headlight/Taillight Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
52,463
Seat-Related Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
54,660
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication: Oil Cooler
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Interior Lighting
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Control Unit/Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Power Steering Fluid
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Sidewall
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheels:Rim
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Dodge Challenger

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~2,307,633 vehicles.

19V018000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~1,413,222 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

17V741000Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
~17,116 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

17V435000Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
~442,214 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

14V634000Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
~435,081 affected

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

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2014 Dodge Challenger — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 Dodge Challenger reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2014 Dodge Challenger has 211 NHTSA complaints, 23 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 58 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Dodge Challenger?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (58 complaints, avg 38,943 mi); Engine Problems (36 complaints, avg 43,764 mi); Airbags (18 complaints, avg 39,578 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Dodge Challenger?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 39,039 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 Dodge Challenger?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Dodge Challenger include 23 crash-related reports, 8 fire reports, 22 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2014 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 2,307,633 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Dodge Challenger?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Dodge Challenger reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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