CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Dodge Challenger has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 193 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 8 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (104 reports).
2011 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.
Alternator May Fail Suddenly, Causing Stalls or Fire
Certain vehicles with electro-hydraulic power steering and a 3.6L or 5.7L engine, equipped with a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator, may have an alternator that suddenly fails.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture over time.
Most common 2011 Dodge Challenger problems
Problem areas named in the 193 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 104 |
| Air Bags | 35 |
| Engine | 23 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 17 |
| Steering | 14 |
| Unknown Or Other | 12 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 10 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
What owners report
2011 Dodge Challenger RT (5.7L Hemi, <75,000 miles).In 2016, Safety Campaign P01 (Timing Chain and Guide) was performed on my vehicle. On May 28th, while traveling at 70 mph on the highway, the timing chain snapped entirely, leaving me stranded and causing catastrophic internal engine damage.
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the timing chain snapped and fractured. All the warning lights illuminated and flashed. The vehicle was towed to a friend's residence. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that a similar failure had previously occurred in 2014. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed there was no warranty coverage. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at 80 MPH, the vehicle shut off unexpectedly. The vehicle was jump-started. The battery was replaced. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V435000 (Electrical System) in 2000. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was contacted and filed a claim, but no additional assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000.
I replaced the factory alternator about 2 years back and have had to replace it twice since then. The replacement alternator were not from the manufacturer but were brand new. The battery warning light comes on when it starts to fail and the hot wire leading to the alternator gets extremely hot. Didn't experience this until I had the aftermarket alternator installed.
their is a common problem with the dash light panels going out making it unsafe ,unable to see speedomiter at night ,the repair is to have the whole gauge cluster replaced that also fails
2011 Dodge Challenger questions
Does the 2011 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2011 Dodge Challenger: Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Alternator May Fail Suddenly, Causing Stalls or Fire; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments; Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge Challenger?
Based on 193 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (104), Air Bags (35), Engine (23).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.