CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Dodge Charger has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 695 complaints with NHTSA, including 25 crashes, 64 fires, 16 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (403 reports).
2011 Dodge Charger 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.
Charger Can Fall When Lifted With Tire Jack
When a Dodge Charger from these model years is lifted with the supplied tire jack and the wheels are not chocked, the body-side sill may give way.
Side Airbags May Deploy Unexpectedly
Some 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles built between May 2010 and June 2014 have side impact sensors that may be overly sensitive.
Most common 2011 Dodge Charger problems
Problem areas named in the 695 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 403 |
| Exterior Lighting | 161 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 79 |
| Engine | 77 |
| Air Bags | 53 |
| Service Brakes | 40 |
| Steering | 39 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 39 |
| Power Train | 21 |
| Unknown Or Other | 21 |
What owners report
Unknown
There has been numerous issues that affected my safety while driving and had to make costly repairs and replacements while on going. Alternator and serpentine belt broke out and all my coolant leaked out. had to stop in the middle of the street several Times by force having the abs, check engine light turn on having to turn the car off. Transmission shifter was so faulty I couldnât pull out of park needing to replace it. Air leaks in the engine, electrical surges effecting headlights low beams I canât see anything at night, dashboard and radio. The windows are has so much glare from sun light to other cars at night I almost cannot see ahead of me almost blinding me. The car constantly ov
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the SRS alarm activated, and there was a short circuit in the front passengerâs side air bag. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V018000 (Air Bags); however, the VIN was not included. The dealer was contacted, and the vehicle was diagnosed with a short circuit in the front passengerâs side air bag. The vehicle was not repaired because parts were not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.
Manufacturer failed to provide an adequate remedy for Safety Recall 17V-435 (T36). On 09/12/2018, the dealer "inspected" the 180-AMP alternator (Part 4801833AB) and cleared it as safe. On 09/25/2019, this exact component suffered a total fatigue failure, causing a "no-start" condition and electrical collapse. Safety Risk: This vehicle is equipped with Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering (EHPS). The alternator failure poses a risk of sudden loss of power steering assist and engine stall, which are the primary safety hazards identified in 17V-435. Regulatory Issue: FCA (Stellantis) has denied reimbursement for the repair by incorrectly citing "Basic Warranty Expiration," which is a violation of
The Anti-Lock Brake module has prematurely failed in the vehicle. The dealership can and will inspect the fault but they will say they are not trained or authorizes to fix the module. I was directed to an ABS module rebuilder and was simply told by the rebuilder that they could not fix it due to a computer chip shortage. The problem has been reproduced many times as seen with the RAM truck recalls on their anti-lock brake modules. The component has not been inspected. There is active warning lights as shown in the picture below. Ive spun out in the rain multiple times at less than 30mph due to the ABS module not activating traction control. It is extremely dangerous.
2011 Dodge Charger safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Dodge Charger 4 DR RWD | Not rated | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| 2011 Dodge Charger 4 DR 4WD | Not rated | n/a | n/a | n/a |
2011 Dodge Charger questions
Does the 2011 Dodge Charger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2011 Dodge Charger: 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; Charger Can Fall When Lifted With Tire Jack. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge Charger?
Based on 695 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (403), Exterior Lighting (161), Fuel/Propulsion System (79).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.