2014 Dodge Charger Reliability
The 2014 Dodge Charger has 346 owner complaints and 11 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and steering. Compared with other Charger model years, it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Charger's typical year.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
346
NHTSA owner complaints
11
Recall campaigns
42
Complaints citing a crash
8
Complaints citing a fire
2014 Dodge Charger complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 model year, filed between 2014 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 109 | 32% |
| Steering | 63 | 18% |
| Engine | 61 | 18% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 60 | 17% |
| Unknown or other | 46 | 13% |
| Service brakes | 34 | 10% |
| Air bags | 28 | 8% |
| Speed control / throttle | 23 | 7% |
2014 Dodge Charger recalls
11 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2014 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14V634000 | Oct 8, 2014 | Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160… |
| 15V467000 | Jul 27, 2015 | Air bags — side/window | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 6, 2010, to June 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag… |
| 16V043000 | Jan 28, 2016 | Body structure | FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016. When an affected vehicle is lifted using the supplied tire jack without chocking the wheels, the vehicle's body-side sill… |
| 16V240000 | Apr 25, 2016 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission / control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The… |
| 16V739000 | Oct 13, 2016 | Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that… |
| 17V097000 | Feb 14, 2017 | Powertrain / transmission — axle assembly / axle shaft | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power. |
| 17V435000 | Jul 10, 2017 | Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with… |
| 17V741000 | Nov 21, 2017 | Electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail. |
| 18V332000 | May 17, 2018 | Electrical system — wiring | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500,… |
| 18E053000 | Jul 12, 2018 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission / control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent… |
| 19V018000 | Jan 15, 2019 | Air bags — frontal / passenger side / inflator module | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag,…NHTSA park-it advisory: do not drive until repaired. |
How the 2014 compares with nearby Charger years
Verdicts come from CarWhere's year-by-year Charger analysis where it covers the year, otherwise from the years shown here.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 661 | 15 | Electrical system | Avoid |
| 2013 | 367 | 9 | Electrical system | Avoid |
| 2014 (this page) | 346 | 11 | Electrical system | Avoid |
| 2015 | 136 | 8 | Powertrain / transmission | Caution |
| 2016 | 182 | 6 | Body structure | Avoid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
The 2014 Dodge Charger on the used market
- 26 of 568 2014 Dodge Charger listings in CarWhere's lifespan study showed 200,000 miles or more.
What to check on a used 2014 Dodge Charger
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Steering: check for a steering warning light, heavy or notchy steering and clunks over bumps; power-steering faults show up at low speed.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 11 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
Check this exact car
Any 2014 Dodge Charger can be better or worse than its model year. The CarWhere Used Car Report checks one VIN for salvage records, salvage-auction records (with damage photos when the auction published them), stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail and its listing and price history since 2015. Free preview first; the full report is $12.99, one time.
2014 Dodge Charger reliability FAQ
Is the 2014 Dodge Charger reliable?
The 2014 Dodge Charger has 346 owner complaints and 11 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and steering. Compared with other Charger model years, it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Charger's typical year.
What are the most common 2014 Dodge Charger problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Dodge Charger are electrical system (109), steering (63), engine (61), powertrain / transmission (60). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2014 Dodge Charger have recalls?
NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for the 2014 Dodge Charger, including 14V634000 (electrical system — alternator/generator/regulator) and 15V467000 (air bags — side/window). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2014 Dodge Charger compare with the 2013 and 2015 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2013 has 367 complaints and 9 recalls (avoid); the 2015 has 136 complaints and 8 recalls (caution). The 2014 has 346 complaints and 11 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2014 Dodge Charger?
Run its VIN. The CarWhere Used Car Report checks one VIN for salvage records, salvage-auction records (with damage photos when the auction published them), stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail and its listing and price history since 2015, with a free preview first and the full report at $12.99, one time. Pair it with an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2014 Charger, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.