The 2010 Dodge Challenger has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 299 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 4 fires, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (75 reports).
2010 Dodge Challenger recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can build up excessive internal pressure when the driver's airbag deploys, and the inflator may then rupture.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash
The passenger frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the airbag.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture over time.
Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can be affected by moisture getting in over time.
Most common 2010 Dodge Challenger problems
Problem areas named in the 299 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 75 |
| Engine | 75 |
| Electrical System | 69 |
| Power Train | 36 |
| Steering | 34 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 31 |
| Service Brakes | 25 |
| Unknown Or Other | 22 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
What owners report
ABS control module failure resulting in no ABS brakes , traction control or ESP
Was driving and a tick was present then over heated sat on side of road until cooled down added coolant drove home . The next day car was drivable. Drove to school and car was sounding funny so took it to a repair shop and they told me the particular engine in the vehicle has a fuel efficient component where it shuts down the cylinders on the freeway, and the lifters are supposed to open, but our lifter did not open. It got stuck and grind the camshaft in the motor. Needless to say I had to have the car towed home. Itâs just sitting in my parking lot. I tried calling Dodge. They wouldnât help me. I tried calling multiple agencies to help. I looked up on the Internet and there is multiple
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the instrument panel was damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact stated that the battery was replaced. The contact had received notification on NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was 185,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
My vehicle was stolen in downtown New York
As documented in the previous report.
2010 Dodge Challenger questions
Does the 2010 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2010 Dodge Challenger: Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments; Steering:Electric Power Assist System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Dodge Challenger?
Based on 299 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (75), Engine (75), Electrical System (69).
How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Dodge Challenger has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.