2013 Dodge Charger Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

8 safety recalls on file

The 2013 Dodge Charger has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 360 complaints with NHTSA, including 25 crashes, 20 fires, 18 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (170 reports).

8Recalls
360Owner complaints
25Crashes reported
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2013 Dodge Charger 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.

Alternator May Fail Suddenly, Causing Stalls or Fire

Recall 17V435Jul 10, 2017442,214 vehicles affected

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.

Shifter Can Let Driver Exit While Car Still in Gear

Recall 16V240Apr 25, 2016811,290 vehicles affected

Some of these vehicles may not give an adequate warning when the driver's door is opened while the transmission is not in PARK.

Charger Can Fall When Lifted With Tire Jack

Recall 16V043Jan 28, 2016441,578 vehicles affected

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

Recall 15V467Jul 27, 2015284,095 vehicles affected

Some 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles built between May 2010 and June 2014 have side impact sensors that may be overly sensitive.

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Recall 14V634Oct 8, 2014435,081 vehicles affected

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Recall 13V610Dec 6, 20134,194 vehicles affected

Most common 2013 Dodge Charger problems

Problem areas named in the 360 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System170
Engine50
Power Train48
Air Bags41
Steering31
Unknown Or Other28
Vehicle Speed Control24
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)18
Service Brakes14
Seat Belts14

What owners report

2026-08-31, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the airbag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was not diagnosed; however, the dealer confirmed there were no open recalls associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
2026-08-07, Service Brakes
A few weeks ago I was traveling on unfamiliar curvy roads. It had recently rained. I fishtailed going through the curve, and my breaks locked up. Not long after I had the famous “Christmas Tree Lights” on my dash which are the ABS, Break, and FCW. Went to Advance Auto Parts to check code, and it was C2200-49. Took to dealership and paid $200+ to learn the same. They quoted $1955 alone for the ABS Control Module because the part was discontinued by Mopar in 2025. Took to an independent shop for a recheck, and they confirmed they could not fix it because they couldn’t guarantee an added part would work since they were discontinued. I haven’t driven the vehicle for a month, and I’m wa
2026-06-22, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Charger. While attempting to make a right turn, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brake pedal became firm. To avoid crashing with the vehicle ahead, the contact veered out of the lane and the parking brake independently activated and the vehicle jerked to a stop with the parking brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was coasted to the shoulder and was later towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle with brake booster failure and informed the contact that the brake booster needed to be replaced. The vehicle remained with the dealer unrepaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approxim
2025-07-23, Electrical System
The abs module lights came on and is not functioning properly. I contacted the dealership and the part has been on back order for years. The abs light, traction, and brake light is on simultaneously. Subsequently my wheel is locked up causing my car to not move at all and brake pedal has no pressure.
2025-07-16, Fuel/Propulsion System
Vehicle: 2013 Dodge Charger R/T I’m reaching out because my car has been showing signs that seem to match the symptoms of the V62 recall that FCA issued for the fuel pump relay issue. I have a 2013 Dodge Charger R/T with the 5.7L HEMI engine. Lately, the car has been having trouble starting, especially after it’s been driven and sits in the heat. Sometimes it cranks but won’t turn over, and other times it randomly dies or stalls when I’m coming to a stop. It recently sat for a couple of days and then started again like nothing happened. This keeps happening on and off, and I’ve noticed it’s worse when it’s really hot outside or after it’s been driving a lot I took it to t

2013 Dodge Charger questions

Does the 2013 Dodge Charger have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2013 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; Shifter Can Let Driver Exit While Car Still in Gear; 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 2013 Dodge Charger?

Based on 360 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (170), Engine (50), Power Train (48).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.

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