One problem related to manual transmission has been reported for the 2009 Dodge Challenger. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Dodge Challenger based on all problems reported for the 2009 Challenger.
The 1-4 gear shift skip feature, which is supposed to improve fuel economy, can lead to missed shifts or loss of vehicle power during low speed maneuvering, possibly leading to a crash. A commercially available low cost component disables this feature, however it requires the consumer to void their manufacturer warranty in order to fix a safety defect.