general problems of the 2013 Dodge Challenger - part 2

74 problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2013 Dodge Challenger. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2013 Dodge Challenger based on all problems reported for the 2013 Challenger.

36 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/09/2017

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced excessive battery drain, which resulted in the vehicle not being operable. The contact replaced the battery, but the failure recurred. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v435000(electrical system); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Blaise alexander Chrysler Jeep Dodge (1080 e college Ave, state college, PA) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact was provided case number: 32973752. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

37 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/09/2017

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v435000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to larry h miller Chrysler Jeep Dodge ram (8526 lomas blvd, ne, albuquerque, nm 87110) and confirmed that parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

38 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/12/2017

2013 Dodge Challenger srt8 9000 miles, break stop lights all 3 in rear, stopped working due to faulty break light pedal switch is faulty and needed to be replaced. There was no warning lights in the car notifying me I had no break lights. I was driving and almost seriously rear ended by a car from behind. The driver told me I had no break lights and could not tell I was stopped or breaking. This is a serious, dangerous condition and needs to be investigated.

39 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/04/2017

As I was driving on the free way, I noticed my check engine light came on. At first I thought it may have been a minute issue. However, my car started jerking, declining speed ,and became hesitate to continue motion as if the power of my car was about to stop. After ten minutes the engine light went off as I continued to drive the car at a reducing speed. However, the light came back on and the symptoms continued again. At this time I'm very concerned that my car needs to be on the recall as this is a serious issue. My light is still on as of 3/6/2017.

40 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/24/2016

Car caught on fire as I was driving it this was 4 hours after I picked it up from the dealership for getting the tourque converter fixed. I think this is an electrical problem that caused it. I was driving in a parking lot only going 7-10 mph. Dallas pd doesn't come out if it's on private property I am still waiting my fire report in the mail. I have unsure claim numbers from 3 different people. (chrystler. National general insurance. Harco national insurance. ).

41 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/18/2016

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. While driving various speeds, the engine stalled and the key fob missing indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the key fob battery was replaced several times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.

42 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/20/2016

Drivers side door latch keeps activating the window in resulting in a dead battery, I know there was a recall on the 2011 Dodge cahllenger same part, I believe that is dectective on more years than 2011 the julian maufacture date of latch is 1023a Dodge would not cover it under warranty because I have 47,000 miles on the car and not 36k-- I feel they know that the latch is defective, the cost of the repair including a new battery was aprrox $500, I feel that Dodge is taking adavantage and not wanting to own up thankyou.

43 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/24/2015

Tl- the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that there was a progressing failure in which the vehicle was hesitating upon starting the vehicle as if it may stall. The dealer was notified several times for months and indicated that they only had four parts. The dealer stated that it may be longer than a month before they may be able to order the part which was unreasonable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was unable to provide a reasonable time frame to provide the part and recall repair remedy. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect. Dyd.

44 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/08/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

45 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/06/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received a recall letter for NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The VIN was unavailable. The contact had not experienced a failure.

46 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/05/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 6/30/cn updated 07/01/jb.

47 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/05/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

48 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/18/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system). The contact was informed by the dealer that the parts were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

49 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/12/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 ( electrical system) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Oo.

50 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/10/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

51 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/03/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

52 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2015

2013 Dodge Challenger. Received recall on vehicle and is requesting vehicle to be repaired at no cost. According to the recall letter, the parts were not available. Recall #14v634000.

53 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/15/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2002013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign id number: 14v634000 (electrical system) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to repair the vehicle. The dealer was unable to inform when the part would become available. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Ne.

54 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/09/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Kr.

55 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/03/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. While making a left turn at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled and multiple warning indicators illuminated. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was 52,000.

56 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/02/2015

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 2/25/cn updated 03/02/jb.

57 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/26/2014

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Dodge charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Sw.

58 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/08/2014

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the instrument panel lights became dim. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to power off at times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign id number: 14v634000. The failure mileage was approximate 35,000.

59 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/04/2014

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000(electrical system). The contact stated that the part needed to remedy the vehicle was unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Lb.

60 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/04/2014

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign id number: 14v634000 (electrical system) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to repair the vehicle. The dealer was unable to inform the contact when the part would become available. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

61 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/03/2014

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received a notification for NHTSA campaign number NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system). However, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

62 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/02/2014

Vehicle warning lights started coming on. . . Esc, abs,brakes, dashboard went dark no radio or nav. Power steering failed. Was able to bring vehicle to a safe stop. . . Vehjicle was completely dead. . Will not start again. . .

63 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 11/10/2014

Tl- the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system) had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. Both, the dealer and the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. Both stated that a remedy had yet to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not experienced the failure. Pam.

64 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2014

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving under 40 mph, the vehicle would stall without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The the contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number:14v634000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 8,500. Ss.

65 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/08/2014

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

66 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/08/2014

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

67 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2014

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle by shifting into park and pushing the start button. In addition, the contact stated that two months later, there was an intermittent clicking noise emitting from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 13,000. Pam.

68 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/06/2014

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that recall NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system) had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer and manufacturer stated the remedy for the defect was still under development. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact mentioned that the lights on the instrument panel would dim independently. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 7,500.

69 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/22/2014

The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Challenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

70 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/20/2013

This vehicle has been inder recall since November and the dealer has not even fixed the problem.



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