2015 Dodge Charger Safety Report
2015 Dodge Charger Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Dodge Charger
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Dodge Charger. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (8) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (133) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 11 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Dodge Charger with 29 complaints and 2 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2016 | Check the 2016 Dodge Charger before buying across this generation. |
Dodge Charger Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Dodge Charger years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Dodge Charger | 179 | 6 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Dodge Charger | 125 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Dodge Charger | 121 | 6 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Dodge Charger | 118 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Dodge Charger | 53 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Dodge Charger | 29 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2015 Dodge Charger Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Dodge Charger, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Power Train
20 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Dodge onlyUnknown Or Other
13 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Dodge onlyAir Bags
10 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Dodge onlySteering
8 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Dodge onlyEngine
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Dodge onlyExterior Lighting
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Exterior Lighting issues Dodge onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Dodge Charger
Reliability Score
The 2015 Dodge Charger receives a reliability score of 80 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Dodge Charger
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2015 Dodge Charger
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Dodge Charger:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bag Recall Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger, and Durango, RAM 2500. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Drive Shaft Recall Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with power train driveline driveshaft. |
Medium | Common | 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped miles |
| Fuel Leak Leaks fuel from top of fuel pump when parked, car full of gas fumes. It poses an immediate threat to safety and health. |
High | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Automatic Transmission Recall Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control. |
Medium | Common | 2014-2018 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Dodge Charger:
Steering wheel is hard to turn and there are reports of drive shaft bearing destruction.
Recalls for driveline, automatic transmission, and axle assembly.
Air bag recall affecting multiple models.
No specific issues reported.
Recall Details for the 2015 Dodge Charger
The following 8 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Dodge Charger by NHTSA:
Summary: 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.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
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 c...
Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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 d...
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence: If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.
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 tur...
Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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.
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
Consequence: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
Summary: FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016. When an affected vehicle is lifted using the supplied tire jack without chocking the wheels, the vehicle's body-side sill may give causing the tire jack to fail and the car to fall.
Consequence: A car that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will provide owners with wheel chocks and instructions for their use, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S03.
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.
Consequence: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
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, ...
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.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Dodge Charger
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Dodge Charger with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes.
The dealership has refused to provide documentation for the pre-purchase inspection and the post-inspection report, and they declared the vehicle a total loss. My husband was driving and made a left turn, and the front right tire and control arm came completely off the car. As a result, significant damage was sustained to the car's underside, and it was not immediately visible when the dealership/...
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for service, the mechanic plugged the computer to the ECU and discovered that there was an odometer and ECU mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 123,927, and it was later discovered that the mileage wa...
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal sound was heard coming from under the engine. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed; however, the diagnosis was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed as needing a front drive shaf...
Steering wheel is hard to turn.
The gear shift, camshaft. Have to keep taking it back for repairs after having repairs done on car.
Leaks fuel from top of fuel pump when parked, car full of gas fumes. It poses an immediate threat to my safety and my children. No warning lamp
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V018000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution dis...
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift into gear. The check engine and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that upon turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated as needed while ...
I also have a drive shaft bearing that is completely destroyed. I have seen similar complaints on nhtsa. I took my car into a local shop for both front CV boots ripped and leaking. Upon inspection I was told the drive shaft also needed replaced, totaling over 3000+ to replace the drive shaft. The mechanic took a video of the bearing and it is indeed completely separated with the drive shaft moving...
My vehicle is unsafe to drive and is bad for my health and I am not going to drive this vehicle anymore I am blessed that I passed out at McDonald's drive though and not driving with my kids and passed out due to carbondoxide coming though the air conditioner and this should be reported immediately because I am having bad headaches a week later
Car seat has a curved back instead of a flat back design which causes a chin to chest position of the head leading to closed airways of the infant. Car seat has not been inspected. Infant cries and stuggles to breathe while in car seat turning red and trying to gasp for air as he seems to slowly choke. His chin touches his chest and airways seemed closed. This is very dangerous. This product has b...
My radio screen went bad and it’s killing my battery when the car is off but the screen still works. Also it won’t play music on my speakers due to the screen messing. The screen is also affecting my speakers and everything obviously and I seen there was a recall on the cars radios
Transmission is beginning to fail. I'm afraid it's gonna go out while driving Just purchased car about 2 months ago and started noticing the transmission issue
I started noticing a funny noise when turning to the right and when accelerating. Took it to Community Auto Repair on 7/19/24. Below are their notes from inspection (I have attached the 1st pg of the Inspection report stating this) Test Drive - Noise Inspection NOTES Drive shaft carrier bearing is totally destroyed. Greg (owner) said that he had never seen one as bad as that before! He told me ...
At aproximately 39000 miles, whie driving down the road the electric power steering / rack and pinion died. The wheel froze up and was very hard to turn. I was lucky i was not going fast. It cost me 3900.00 for a new R&P on a fairly new car at the time. I have also been through 3 drive shaft bearings in 100,000 miles. Dodge should be sued, so many other reports of these items going... These are ex...
Massive battery drain issue, resulting in dead battery, causing the need to replace the battery yearly. Lane keep does not function at all. Does not provide any assistance in staying in the lane. Lane departure warning only has a dash indicator and no further alert to inform operator of possible lane departure
Passenger side headlight turns off in random, and then goes off completely. Happened in 2019 and then again in 2023, for my 2015 Dodge Charger. Repair is expensive,
There is a manufacturing defect in the car, after it has driven 120,000 kilometers or 200,000 kilometers, it causes problems in the engine’s cooling systems, which causes the car’s temperature to rise. It is also possible that the engine is damaged and needs to be replaced after that. The cooling system needs to be checked, improved, and treated for better and higher quality Note : After research...
It started with the door panels warping but as we know there is nothing going to be done about that now my dash is warping and lifting almost directly in front of the windshield not sure what components that would affect it completely lifted or separated from dashboard. Could become visibility issue if continue to raise on 2015 dodge charger sxt. Just noticed issue this week wasnt there last week....
The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was vibrating. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission driveline needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 34...
Showing 20 of 133 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2015 Dodge Charger
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Electrical System:Software
Opened 2015-07-24 · Closed 2016-01-05
On July 23, 2015, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) launched Safety Recall 15V-461 to remedy security vulnerabilities in approximately 1.4 million model year (MY) 2013 through 2015 vehicles equipped with Uconnect head units (HU) 8.4A (RA3 radio) and 8.4AN (RA4 radio) manufactured by Harman International.On July 24, 2015, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query, RQ 15-004, to investigate HU security vulnerabilities and remedy effectiveness in the recalled population and to det...
Component: Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module
Opened 2021-09-17
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 20...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Dodge Charger
Has the 2015 DODGE CHARGER been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 DODGE CHARGER has 8 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 DODGE CHARGER have?
The 2015 DODGE CHARGER has 133 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 10 involved crashes. 3 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 DODGE CHARGER?
The 2015 DODGE CHARGER does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 DODGE CHARGER?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 DODGE CHARGER involve power train (20 complaints), unknown or other (13 complaints), air bags (10 complaints). Other affected components include steering, engine, exterior lighting.
How many crash reports does the 2015 DODGE CHARGER have?
There are 10 crash reports associated with the 2015 DODGE CHARGER out of 133 total complaints (7.5% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2015 DODGE CHARGER have?
There are 1 fire reports for the 2015 DODGE CHARGER out of 133 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 DODGE CHARGER?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 DODGE CHARGER.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 DODGE CHARGER?
3 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 DODGE CHARGER. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2015 DODGE CHARGER?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 DODGE CHARGER is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 133 complaints, 8 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 DODGE CHARGER?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 DODGE CHARGER are: 1. POWER TRAIN (20 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (13 complaints), 3. AIR BAGS (10 complaints), 4. STEERING (8 complaints), 5. ENGINE (7 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 20 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 DODGE CHARGER?
Be cautious of power train and steering issues, and check for recalls before purchasing. The 2015 DODGE CHARGER has 133 NHTSA complaints and 8 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2015 DODGE CHARGER?
The 2015 DODGE CHARGER receives a reliability score of 80/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 133 owner complaints, 8 recalls, and 11 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Air Bag Recall and Drive Shaft Recall.
What are the known issues with the 2015 DODGE CHARGER?
Known issues with the 2015 DODGE CHARGER include: Air Bag Recall, Drive Shaft Recall, Fuel Leak, Automatic Transmission Recall. These are based on patterns found across 133 NHTSA complaints. 8 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2015 Dodge Charger?
Yes, there are recalls for power train issues, air bags, and fuel leaks.
What are the common issues with the steering of the 2015 Dodge Charger?
Steering wheel is hard to turn and there are reports of drive shaft bearing destruction.
Is there a fuel leak issue with the 2015 Dodge Charger?
Yes, there are reports of fuel leaks from the top of the fuel pump, posing a safety hazard.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of power train and steering issues, and check for recalls before purchasing.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Dodge Charger
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Dodge Charger. The data includes 133 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 8 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 10 reported crashes, 1 fire incidents, 3 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-14