2020 Dodge Challenger Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2020 Dodge Challenger.

20192021
Complaints
32
per 10K Sold
6.0
US Sales
52,955
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2020 Dodge Challenger Problems

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

#17 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:6,608 mi
Fires:1
#24 complaints

Engine Problems

Fires:1
#33 complaints

Fuel System

Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Dodge Challenger.

Electrical Faults
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
6,608
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2020 Dodge Challenger

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~21,258 vehicles.

21V516000Visibility:windshield:critical Fasteners · Visibility:windshield
~21,258 affected

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

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2020 Dodge Challenger — FAQ

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

Is the 2020 Dodge Challenger reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2020 Dodge Challenger has 32 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2020 Dodge Challenger?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (7 complaints, avg 6,608 mi); Engine Problems (4 complaints); Fuel System (3 complaints). 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 2020 Dodge Challenger?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 6,608 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2020 Dodge Challenger?
NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Dodge Challenger include 1 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 0 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 2020 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 21,258 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 2020 Dodge Challenger?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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