Engine
6.1L 8-cyl
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Electrical system
46 complaint records2 fire reports
"DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED MY CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED AS IT LOST POWER. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND TURN THE CAR OFF BUT IT WOULD NOT RESTART...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Air bags
45 complaint records9 crash reports
"2009 DODGE CHARGER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIRBAG INFLATOR REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT AVAILABLE TO REPAIR RECALL NOTICE. *LD..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse air bags parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
42 complaint records4 fire reports1 crash report
"OUR 09 DODGE CHARGER TIMING CHAIN BROKE AND WE HAD TO PAY $5500 TO REPLACE THE ENGINE! WE ALWAYS CHANGED THE OIL EVERY 3,000 MILES. HOW DO I GET OUR MONEY BACK???..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA21002 opened Sep 2021 | OPEN | Air Bags | Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. |
| PE08052 opened Sep 2008 | closed Nov 2008 | Power Train | PRNDL MISALIGNMENT - led to recall 08V583000 IN A NOVEMBER 5, 2008 LETTER, CHRYSLER SUBMITTED A DEFECT INFORMATION REPORT DESCRIBING A DEFECT CONDITION THAT COULD RESULT IN PRNDL MISALIGNMENT (I.E., INCORRECT GEAR INDICATION) IN APPROXIMATELY 20,300 MODEL YEAR (MY) 2006 THROUGH 2009 DODGE CHARGER AND... |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V021000DO NOT DRIVE | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama,... | Normally free |
| 16V352000DO NOT DRIVE | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. | Normally free |
| 15V313000DO NOT DRIVE | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010... | Normally free |
| 09V420000 | Wheels | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REAR WHEEL DRIVE. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITHOUT A FRONT WHEEL SPINDLE NUT. | Normally free |
| 08V642000 | Tires | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 175 MY 2009 DODGE CHARGER, CHALLENGER, AND CHRYSLER 300 VEHICLES. THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (TPM) SENSORS MAY NOT TRANSMIT THE ACTUAL TIRE PRESSURE. | Normally free |
| 08V583000 | Power Train | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 20,283 MY 2006-2009 CHARGER AND MAGNUM VEHICLES BUILT WITH THE POLICE PACKAGE AND EQUIPPED WITH A COLUMN SHIFTER. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016265 2016-05-27 | Airbag | 459,492 | On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger frontal airbag. |
| 2015228 2015-05-27 | Airbag | 374,508 | On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. |
| 2009323 2009-11-12 | Suspension | 1,172 | On certain vehicles, the front wheel spindle nut - which retains the hub, rotor, and wheel assembly - may have been omitted during vehicle assembly. |
| 2008445 2008-12-16 | Other | 16 | On certain vehicles, the tire pressure monitor (TPM) sensors may not transmit the actual tire pressure. This could result in the driver not being aware of low tire pressure. Correction: Dealers will replace the TPM sensors. |
| 2008402 2008-11-07 | Other | 728 | On certain vehicles, the gearshift cable may become disengaged from the steering column mounting bracket and cause an incorrect transmission gearshift position display. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9100226 Sep 2023 | Electrical System | Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. | |
| 9004009 Apr 2021 | Power Train | Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. | |
| 23-015-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 | |
| 08-049-20 Apr 2020 | Electrical System | Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary. | |
| 31-006-19 Nov 2019 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 31-003-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 31-005-19 Nov 2019 | Equipment | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. | |
| 3100619 Nov 2019 | Structure | Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. | |
| 3100419 Nov 2019 | Visibility | Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar® Glass. | |
| 3100319 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. | |
| 3100519 Nov 2019 | Structure | Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. | |
| 9003220 Aug 2019 | Equipment | RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". | |
| 9003687 Mar 2017 | Seat Belts | Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use. | |
| 9003681 Mar 2017 | Seat Belts | Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use. | |
| R2118796A Feb 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. | |
| RL108213A$ Jan 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling | NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~ | |
| 10-002-15 Dec 2015 | Seat Belts | Seat Belt Interaction With Police Equipment | |
| 9002887 Feb 2015 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with a white connector can be used on 2010, 2009,... | |
| CSN-P-01 Feb 2014 | Engine | DODGE/CHRYSLER: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO AN ENGINE FRACTURED TIMING CHAIN GUIDE, THE TIMING CHAIN IN ENGINE WILL BREAK AND WOULD RESULT IN SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE. MODEL 2009-2012 CHALLENGER, CHARGER, 300. *PE | |
| SB-18-021-13 May 2013 | Electrical System | CHRYSLER/DODGE: PERFORMANCE ISSUES MAY BE NOTICEABLE AT SPEEDS ABOVE 55 MPH WHEN ACCELERATING. THIS CAN BE CORRECTED WITH A SOFTWARE UPDATE IN THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM). *KB | |
| 9002519 Mar 2013 | Equipment | 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois,... | |
| 09-001-13 Feb 2013 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure is to be used prior to conducting any engine related repairs or removal of engine components. | |
| SB-08-061-12 Nov 2012 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | DODGE: LOST COMMUNICATION BETWEEN DRIVERS AND PASSENGER POWER DOOR LOCKS AND WINDOWS ARE INOPERATIVE, AND POSSIBLY NEED TO BE REPLACE, IF NECESSARY, EVEN THOUGH REAR WINDOWS OPERATE CORRECTLY. MODEL 2005-2010 300, CHARGER. *PE | |
| 08-061-12 Nov 2012 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | Drivers And/Or Passenger Front Power Door Locks And Windows Inoperative U0200 Lost Communication With Passengers Door Module U0199 Lost Communication With Drivers Door Module This bulletin involves Inspecting the Drivers Door Module (DDM) and/or Passenger Door Module (PDM) and... | |
| 18-005-11 Feb 2011 | Engine And Engine Cooling | CHRYSLER: MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON WITH A STORED TROUBLE CODE. *RM | |
| CSN-J-21 Nov 2009 | Engine And Engine Cooling | CHRYSLER DODGE SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. HOT START ENGINE CRANKING. THE BATTERY GROUND CABLES ON THE VEHICLES MAY CAUSE SLOW ENGINE CRANKING DURING HOT ENGINE STARTING CONDITIONS. *PE | |
| SB-19-004-09 Aug 2009 | Steering | CHRYSLER: STEERING WHEEL RETURNABILITY. AFTER COMPLETING A TURN THE CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE A STEERING WHEEL THAT DOES NOT RETURN TO CENTER ON ITS OWN. THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES INSTALLING AN EXTERNAL POWER STEERING COOLER AND REPLACING BOTH POWER STEERING RETURN LINES. | |
| SB-J19 Aug 2009 | Equipment | CHRYSLER/JEEP/DODGE: CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS WARRANTY ADDENDUM. THE WARRANTY BOOK ON CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY CONTAIN ERRORS OR MAY BE MISSING INFORMATION REGARDING THE COPONENTS COVERED BY THE CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS WARRANTY. | |
| SB-19-003-09 Jul 2009 | Steering | DODGE: STEERING GEAR HONK, HISS OR GROAN DURING LOW SPEED PARKING LOT MANEUVERS. *PE |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Watch the airbag warning light through a full key cycle.It should light on start and go out within seconds. A light that stays on, or never lights at all, means the system needs attention. Run the VIN for inflator recalls specifically.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 6 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Do not drive it home until the do-not-drive recall is confirmed repaired.At least one campaign on this vehicle carries a federal do-not-drive advisory. Confirm the repair with the dealer, by VIN, before taking delivery.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
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