CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Dodge Charger Police has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (6 reports).
2012 Dodge Charger Police recalls
Alternator May Suddenly Fail, Causing Stalls or Fire
The alternator in certain RAM heavy-duty trucks may suddenly fail.
Most common 2012 Dodge Charger Police problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Engine | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 DODGE CHARGER POLICE VEHICLE. WHILE PARKED AT A GAS STATION, SHE SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE HOOD. THE CONTACT STATED SHE TRIED TO OPEN THE HOOD BUT THE LATCH WAS MELTED AND FAILED TO OPEN. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND FILED A REPORT. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED DUE TO THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE AND WAS TOWED TO A RESIDENCE. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V739000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO UNKNOWN LOCAL DEALER, WHERE IT WAS INVESTIGATED BY THE MANUFACTURER.
SHOP HAS REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP TWICE AND THE POWER STEERING STILL LOCKS UP AND IS HARD TO TURN. THIS OCCURS DAILY ON PATROL. VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY OFF THE ROAD DUE TO THIS BEING A SAFETY ISSUE.
POWER STEERING UNIT FAILED ON HIGHWAY WHILE TURNING INTO REST STOP.
FOR SOME REASON IN THE WINTER TIME MY CAR STARTED MISFIRING AND TAPPING AT WORK NOT IN MOTION JUST WARMING THE CAR BEFORE LEAVING. WENT TO THE SHOP COME TO FIND OUT THE CAMSHAFT AND LIFTERS ARE BAD OUT OF NOWHERE. OIL WAS GOOD, MILES ARE LOW. THIS IS A PROBLEM IN THE 5.7 I HAVE HEARD THAT THIS IS COMMON IN THE TRUCKS AND CARS WITH THE 5.7
I WAS DRIVING IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY 14 ME AND MY 1-YEAR OLD. A LIGHTNING BOLT SYMBOL POPPED UP ON THE DASH AND THE CAR SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. THERE ARE A LOT OF RECALLS ON THINGS I SEE THAT HAVEN'T BEEN FIXED.
2012 Dodge Charger Police questions
Does the 2012 Dodge Charger Police have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2012 Dodge Charger Police: Alternator May Suddenly Fail, Causing Stalls or Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Dodge Charger Police?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (6), Engine (4), Steering (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Dodge Charger Police 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.