The 2022 Dodge Charger shows a concerning reliability trend due to multiple recalls related to the tire pressure monitoring system and manual transmission shifter issues. These defects can severely impact vehicle performance and safety, particularly for passengers in the back seat.
Key Factor:Tire and powertrain vulnerabilities
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Safety Alert
Safety Alert: This model has a higher recall frequency (3) than the average DODGE vehicle (1.0). Owners should prioritize checking these components.
3 recalls for this vehicle1.0 avg. recalls per vehicle (brand)
πWhy This Matters
In a vehicle like the 2022 Dodge Charger, which is designed for both performance and family use, the safety of all occupants must be paramount. The recalls concerning the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) can lead to underinflated tires, increasing the risk of tire blowoutsβan alarming possibility for children seated in the back who may not be able to brace for sudden incidents. Furthermore, issues with the manual transmission shifter could result in difficulties engaging or disengaging gears, posing serious hazards during critical driving scenarios.
Focus Area:Safety Profile
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Expert Analysis
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Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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Primary Risk Area:Crash/Accident
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Vs Brand: Worse than avg (1.0)
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Summary: Year over year, the trend for Dodge has been mixed; however, this model's recalls depict a period of worry regarding fundamental systems that could jeopardize passenger safety. Given that these issues impact crucial components central to safe operation, it raises legitimate concerns about this model's overall risk profile.
Safety & Reliability Score
71/100
Score Breakdown
Recall Impact-24
Complaint Impact-0.4
Investigation Impact-5
Technical Specifications
Key specifications for the 2022 DODGE Charger
Model Year2022
MakeDODGE
ModelCharger
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle
Safety History Timeline
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Jan22
NEWProduction
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan22
RECALLRecall Issued
Jan23
ISSUEFirst Report
Apr23
INVInvestigation Opened
Consumer Complaint Analysis
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Most Reported Issue
2 complaints (25% of total)
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Complaint Trend
Stable
No trend data
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Safety Incidents
No critical incidents
Complaint Severity Distribution
Breakdown of 8 consumer complaints by severity level.
π‘Medium
3(38%)
π’Low
5(63%)
β Good News: No critical or high-severity complaints reported for this vehicle.
Mileage Failure Analysis
βοΈEngineering Insight
With a peak failure range of 0-20k miles and an average failure mileage of around 17,750 miles, current owners should be particularly vigilant in monitoring their vehicles' performance early on. This timeframe indicates that any issues could manifest shortly after purchase or lease, underscoring the importance of regular inspections.
π Mileage data extracted from 4 of 8 complaints (50% coverage)
0-20k
3 reports (75%)
20k-40k
0 reports (0%)
40k-60k
1 reports (25%)
60k-80k
0 reports (0%)
80k-100k
0 reports (0%)
100k+
0 reports (0%)
* Analysis based on mileage data extracted from consumer complaint descriptions. Actual failure rates may vary.
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Primary Risk Areas
TIRESPOWER TRAIN
π―Risk Areas & Recommended Actions
Based on recall data, these components require verification:
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Issue: Battery failure can cause TPMS sensors to become inoperative.
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Inspect your TPMS frequently and ensure tire pressures are regularly checked; consider having sensors inspected at your next service appointment.
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Request verification that all recall work has been completed regarding TPMS before purchasing this vehicle.
Campaigns:21V30021V301
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Manual Transmission Shifter
Issue: Improper heat treatment may prevent shifter from engaging correctly.
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Have your shifter assembly inspected immediately if you experience difficulty changing gears.
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'Check service records for any repairs related to the shifter assembly before making a purchase decision.'
Campaign:21V302
π‘Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your DODGE dealer to verify recall completion status.
Official Safety Recalls (3)
Campaign: 22V504000
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
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Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Consequence
Inoperative TPMS sensors will not alert the driver to low tire pressure. In addition, a TPMS warning light that is already illuminated from a failed battery sensor will mask an actual tire pressure failure issue. Either of these scenarios can result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the TPMS sensors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z68.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 22V808000
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
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Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Consequence
Inoperative TPMS sensors will not alert the driver to low tire pressure. In addition, a TPMS warning light that is already illuminated from a failed battery sensor will mask an actual tire pressure failure issue. Either of these scenarios can result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the TPMS sensors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB5. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-504.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 22V866000
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
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Summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Charger and Durango vehicles. The shifter assembly was not properly heat-treated, which can prevent the shifter from properly engaging in the "drive" position.
Consequence
An improperly engaged shifter assembly may slip out of the "drive" position, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall ZB3.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA Investigations
1 investigation
Official NHTSA safety investigations for 2022 Charger.
INV-2022-1000π’ Closed
NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding Charger performance issues.
Opened: Affected Units: 5,958
Consumer Complaints
8 total complaints
Consumer-reported issues submitted to NHTSA for 2022 Charger.
Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis
Crash/Accident25%
Acceleration Issues25%
Surge13%
Smoke13%
Jerk13%
Electricalπ΅ Low
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2022 Dodge Charger. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 49,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 93,000.
Steering/Suspensionπ΅ Low
SUSPENSION
I am writing to formally express my concern regarding an alignment issue with my 2022 Dodge Charger Hellcat Widebody, which remains unresolved despite multiple visits to an authorized Dodge dealership. I have been meticulous about maintaining this vehicle, including performing regular 4-wheel alignments and rotating the tires at every oil change trying to remedy this issue. Despite this, the dealership recently informed me that the camber on the vehicle is off by 1 degree do to the control arms not being long enough when designed. Most concerning is that I was told there are no factory parts available to bring the alignment back within proper specification. Tires are being replaced with less than 10k miles on them for uneven wear on the insides of the front tires causing them too bald quickly. After multiple years of going to one dodge dealership that would state it was fine after an alignment, I finally got an answer that the control arms are short not allowing correct adjustments earlier this year and 30k miles later from another dealership. This has raised several issues for me as a customer who purchased a high-performance vehicle expecting both quality and support from Dodge. An inability to correct alignment within factory specs using OEM parts suggests a potential manufacturing or design defect, and I believe it deserves further investigation. I would appreciate your review of this matter and a response with your recommended course of action. I am seeking a resolution that ensures the camber can be corrected appropriately without compromising the performance, handling, or tire wear of the vehicle.
ElectricalπΆ Medium
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
Instrument cluster on steering wheel not working could include airbag. All power to instruments on steering wheel no longer work under 40000 miles and no abuse or collisions on vehicle. All services done to the recommended schedule done by dealership. Rear camera glitches out from time to time and alarm system is triggered at night when in secure garage.
OtherπΆ Medium
TIRES
The contact's grandson owns a 2022 Dodge Charger. The contact's grandson stated that while changing lanes at an undisclosed speed and making a turn into a right lane; the rear driver-side tire had lost traction and the vehicle had spun out and crashed into the sidewalk, over a curb, and into a street sign where it came to a stop. The vehicle was also inspected by the grandson's mother prior to the failure where the vehicle was spun out at a lower speed. The contact stated that while the grandson was driving the failure may had happened because the vehicle was automatically switched into AWD mode and was set in rear wheel drive. A police report was filed however, was not available. The vehicle was not deemed a total loss and was towed to a local dealer for further repairs. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V808000 (Tires) and NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V504000 (Tires), however the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.
Engine/Powertrainπ΅ Low
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
We purchased this vehicle new. Over time it started to surge on mild acceleration in all gears and all speeds. Dealership reset the transmission and engine computers. It was better but still noticeable. Over time though it gets worse. Dealership just does the same thing and resets the engine and transmission. This last time though it was still quite noticeable and has gotten much worse. We contacted the dealership and they plan to just reset them again as there is no other fix. The surging is unsafe especially in parking lots where you might be giving a little throttle and the car isn't really moving so you push harder and then it takes off.
β¨ AI Insight
This complaint matches keywords from official recalls:
Recall #22V866000
*correlation estimated by AI, not an official NHTSA link.
Engine/Powertrainπ΅ Low
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
When braking the engine goes into an uncontrolled fast idle that smokes the tires. Need to shut off engine immediately. This is intermittent. It is the 2nd time I had in to the dealer. Had it towed.
Engine/Powertrainπ΅ Low
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Intermittently the vehicle will jerk as if it looses power when driving, it has also happened when at a stop light and acceleration begins it jerks. It happens more often when at a complete stop and vehicle starts to accelerate. Vehicle was taken to melloy dodge in los lunas NM and they stated they were unable to find a problem
β¨ AI Insight
This complaint matches keywords from official recalls:
Recall #22V866000
*correlation estimated by AI, not an official NHTSA link.
Safety SystemsπΆ Medium
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2022 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle crashed into a mule. During the crash, the front passenger side of the vehicle was severely damaged, but no air bags were deployed. During the crash, the driver sustained a headache, right and left hip pain and a bruised torso from the seat belts. A police report was taken at the scene, and the vehicle was towed to an unknown location. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 11,000.
Frequently Asked Questions
'What common issues should I look out for in a used 2022 Dodge Charger?'
'When considering a used 2022 Dodge Charger, pay close attention to its tire pressure monitoring system and manual transmission functionality. Both have known recalls that youβll want confirmation have been addressed before finalizing your purchase.'
'How does a malfunctioning tire pressure monitoring system affect my driving?'
'A malfunctioning tire pressure monitoring system can lead to undetected low tire pressures, increasing the risk of blowouts or loss of control while driving. This is especially crucial when carrying young passengers who rely on safe handling during maneuvers.'
πYear-over-Year Context
β‘οΈStable Pattern
Compared to earlier years, the 2022 model shows stable reliability patterns. No meaningful structural change detected in recall frequency between adjacent model years.
π§What This Means for You
Both current owners and prospective buyers benefit from reviewing this safety analysis before making decisions.
If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.
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If You Own This Vehicle
Verify all 3 recalls have been completed using your VIN at NHTSA.gov or through your DODGE dealer.
Unaddressed recalls pose real-world risks. Prioritize scheduling any pending repairs to maintain vehicle integrity.
Proactive tip: Enroll in DODGE's owner notification program for real-time safety updates.
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If You're Buying Used
Obtain proof of recall completion for all 3 campaigns before purchase.
Account for potential service downtime when calculating your initial ownership budget.