2010 Dodge Challenger Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

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).

7Recalls
299Owner complaints
10Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Challenger?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2010 Dodge Challenger recalls

Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash

Recall 19V018Jan 15, 20191,413,222 vehicles affected

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

Recall 18V021Jan 9, 2018328,177 vehicles affected

The passenger frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the airbag.

Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments

Recall 16V352May 24, 20164,648,270 vehicles affected

The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture over time.

Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments

Recall 15V444Jul 10, 201588,460 vehicles affected

The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can be affected by moisture getting in over time.

Steering:Electric Power Assist System

Recall 10V475Oct 7, 201023,237 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Ignition:Module

Recall 10V200May 11, 201037,335 vehicles affected

Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs

Recall 09V420Oct 29, 200912,656 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 Dodge Challenger problems

Problem areas named in the 299 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags75
Engine75
Electrical System69
Power Train36
Steering34
Engine And Engine Cooling31
Service Brakes25
Unknown Or Other22
Fuel/Propulsion System14
Vehicle Speed Control7

What owners report

2026-09-11, Service Brakes
ABS control module failure resulting in no ABS brakes , traction control or ESP
2025-02-23, Engine
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. It’s just sitting in my parking lot. I tried calling Dodge. They wouldn’t help me. I tried calling multiple agencies to help. I looked up on the Internet and there is multiple
2024-10-29, Air Bags
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.
2024-08-29, Air Bags
My vehicle was stolen in downtown New York
2024-07-08, Air Bags
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.

Other Dodge Challenger years

Other 2010 Dodge models