Used Dodge Challenger: Inspection checklist
Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 210 complaints across these 6 years; the 2018 drew the most.
Choose a model year
2023
Most reported: wipers and visibility
38 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
2022
Fewest complaintsMost reported: seat belts
8 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
2021
Most reported: airbags
17 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
2020
Most reported: electrical
19 complaints1 recallOpen checklist
2019
Most reported: electrical
55 complaints3 recallsOpen checklist
2018
Most complaintsMost reported: electrical
73 complaints4 recallsOpen checklist
Problems that follow the Challenger from year to year
Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.
| Area | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 25 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 52 | |
| Transmission | 6 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 17 | ||
| Steering | 6 | 8 | 14 |
Challenger generations and updates
First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.
Mileages where Challenger problems start
From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.
Every Challenger recall to confirm
13 recalls cover the Challengeryears on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 1 campaign spans more than one model year.
