2023 Dodge Challenger: Problems & Reliability
SOLID2023 Dodge Challenger: SOLID — 43 owner complaints, a typical complaint rate for ~3 years on the road; top issue: visibility / wipers (13 complaints).
CarWhere's verdict score for the 2023 is 1.24, where 1.00 is a typical Challenger year once complaints are weighted for severity and spread over time on the road, between the best line (0.75) and caution (1.25). Most complaints are about non-critical systems; only 28% are severe (crash, fire, injury or a safety-critical system).
Sources: NHTSA owner complaints (ODI), recall campaigns and manufacturer service bulletins, CarWhere verified buyer prices · Model years 2012–2023 compared · Updated 2026-11-07 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology
43
NHTSA complaints
1.24
Verdict score (1.00 = typical Challenger year)
156
Service bulletins
2
Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2023 Dodge Challenger problems
Visibility / wipers is the clear leader, named in 30% of complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2023 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility / wipers | 13 | 30% |
| Unknown or other | 11 | 26% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 14% |
| Service brakes | 6 | 14% |
| Engine | 4 | 9% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2023 Dodge Challenger recalls
2 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2023, reported between Feb 15, 2024 and Aug 1, 2024.
2023 Dodge Challenger service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 156 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2023 — fewer than the 232 of the median Challenger year from 2012 to 2023. Coded bulletins most often cover electrical system (47), powertrain / transmission (26), engine (14). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2023 vs. the year before and after
From the 2022 to the 2023, owner complaints jumped 4.8× (9 → 43) — a step backward.
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Challenger | TOO FEW REPORTS | 9 | 210 | 2 | — |
| 2023 (this page) | SOLID | 43 | 156 | 2 | — |
Prices are averages of CarWhere verified buyer transactions (shown when 3+ deals exist for the year). Full year-by-year table: Dodge Challenger years to avoid.
What to check on a used 2023 Dodge Challenger
Visibility / wipers (13 complaints on the 2023): test the wipers at every speed, the washers, defrosters and the climate system.
Electrical system (6 complaints on the 2023): test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
Service brakes (6 complaints on the 2023): check pedal feel, pulling and grinding, look at rotor and pad wear, and ask when the brake fluid was last changed.
Engine (4 complaints on the 2023): cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
Structure (4 complaints on the 2023): look under the car for rust or damage around the subframe and rockers, open every door and the liftgate, and check panel gaps for signs of repair.
Recalls: confirm all 2 campaigns above were completed on this VIN.
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Dodge Challenger reliable?
2023 Dodge Challenger: SOLID — 43 owner complaints, a typical complaint rate for ~3 years on the road; top issue: visibility / wipers (13 complaints). CarWhere's verdict score for the 2023 is 1.24, where 1.00 is a typical Challenger year once complaints are weighted for severity and spread over time on the road, between the best line (0.75) and caution (1.25).
What are the most common 2023 Dodge Challenger problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2023 Dodge Challenger are visibility / wipers (13, 30%), unknown or other (11, 26%), electrical system (6, 14%). The manufacturer has 156 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2023 Dodge Challenger have?
2 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2023 Dodge Challenger, most recently 24V573000 (Aug 1, 2024, seats); 24V112000 (Feb 15, 2024, parking brake). Recall completion is VIN-specific, so check the exact car.
How do I check a specific 2023 Dodge Challenger before buying?
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Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2023 Dodge Challenger come from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation; the verdict is CarWhere’s severity-weighted, time-on-road-adjusted score compared with the model’s own median year. Complaints are owner allegations, not verified defects. Full methodology.