CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Dodge Charger has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 609 complaints with NHTSA, including 24 crashes, 22 fires, 23 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (393 reports).
2008 Dodge Charger recalls
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture over time.
Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Hitting Occupants
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may be affected by moisture intrusion over time.
Most common 2008 Dodge Charger problems
Problem areas named in the 609 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 393 |
| Air Bags | 124 |
| Engine | 89 |
| Power Train | 34 |
| Steering | 30 |
| Unknown Or Other | 28 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 17 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 14 |
| Suspension | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 13 |
What owners report
While driving on an expressway at 70 MPH , the car suddenly stopped and had no power. The gas gauge showed 1/4 tank of gas . Luckily we we able to cross lanes by coasting, to get off to the right. We had to be towed to a repair shop. The car was found to be Out of Gas ! This could have been a catastrophic accident ,or death ,had we not been able to get off the road !!
The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start as intended. An abnormal cranking sound could be heard coming from the engine. The contact stated it would take several attempts to start the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that last year he received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers : 4V567000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) and NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). The vehicle was repaired. The dealer is refusing to repair the vehicle for the most recent failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 250,
My car was leaking gas from the fuel pump and I guess my car from the backseat almost caught fire cause I seen smoke coming from the back seat behind the driver. I went to two Dodge dealerships to let them know about this incident that reason why my fuel pump caught on fire because Dodge put the negative and the positive wire close to each other on the fuel pump, which could cause a fire or your car to explode. I let Dodge know about this incident and let them know that my car almost caught on fire smoke came out and I couldâve died. They totally brushed me off and brushed off my incident. I told him hey this is a recall that you guys need to take serious before someone really gets hurt fr
When I turned my ignition key, it would not turn on the car no power
Hesitation when starting car
2008 Dodge Charger questions
Does the 2008 Dodge Charger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2008 Dodge Charger: Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Hitting Occupants; Electrical System:Ignition; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift; Power Train:Axle Hubs. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Dodge Charger?
Based on 609 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (393), Air Bags (124), Engine (89).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Dodge Charger 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.