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2007 Dodge Charger AWD

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest Mar 22, 2018
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 16 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2007 Dodge Charger AWD, most frequently naming the engine, powertrain (other) and brakes categories. 16 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Engine733.3%
  • Powertrain (other)419.0%
  • Brakes314.3%
  • Suspension29.5%
  • Electrical14.8%
  • Driver assistance14.8%
  • Seat belts14.8%
  • Steering14.8%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

No recalls in our database for this model year

That does not guarantee a specific vehicle is unaffected — recalls are issued against VINs, and new campaigns are announced regularly. Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov.

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

View all 16
Driver assistanceEngine
Filed Mar 22, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CHARGER AWD. WHILE MAKING A TURN, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO DRIVE OVER 5 MPH AND A LIGHTING BOLT ICON ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY AND ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT CALLED A LOCAL DEALER (TEXAN DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM, 18555 HIGHWAY 59 N, HUMBLE, TX 77338) AND WAS PROVIDED WITH THE NUMBER TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER, BUT WAS UNABLE TO SPEAK WITH ANYONE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 98,000.

NHTSA ID
11080885
Incident
Mar 22, 2018
Mileage
98,000 mi
Engine
Filed Mar 12, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CHARGER AWD. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND MADE A LOUD NOISE. THE VEHICLE COASTED TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED DURING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN FAILED. THE DEALER (LUM'S AUTO CENTER 7338, 1605 SE ENSIGN LN, WARRENTON, OR 97146) INFORMED THE CONTACT TO BRING IN THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000.

NHTSA ID
11078771
Incident
Feb 27, 2018
Mileage
160,000 mi
Powertrain (other)
Filed Oct 20, 2017

OUR CAR ONLY HAS 32641 MILES ON IT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE GEAR SHIFT PIN OR SPRING FOR OUR MODEL BETWEEN 2007 &2009 WE CAN'T GET THE CAR OUT OF PARK AND SWOPE DODGE WON'T TAKE CARE OF AND NEITHER DODGE CORP OR MOPAR WON'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT BECAUSE IT"S PAST WARRANTY. SO IT SITS IN OUR GARAGE WHERE ITS BEEN PARKED FOR A YEAR USELESS ITS OUR VACATION CAR AND I'M NOW ON SOCIAL SECURITY AND CAN'T AFFORD A HUGE REPAIR BILL .

NHTSA ID
11035309
Incident
Aug 8, 2017
Mileage
32,641 mi
Airbags
Filed Sep 27, 2017

THE GEAR COLUMN SHIFTER WILL NOT COME OUT OF PARK.

NHTSA ID
11030173
Incident
Sep 19, 2017
BrakesEngineSuspension
Filed May 16, 2017

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CHARGER AWD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE ABS AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE MADE A TICKING NOISE BEFORE STALLING. WHILE AT A RED LIGHT, THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND IT MOVED VERY SLOWLY. DURING EACH ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE, THE TICKING NOISE GREW LOUDER AND THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE EMERGING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE TICKING SOUND OCCURRED ONE OTHER TIME, BUT IT WENT AWAY. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE ROCKER ARM ASSEMBLY ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE FAILED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 201,000.

NHTSA ID
10985975
Incident
Apr 4, 2017
Mileage
201,000 mi
Seat belts
Filed Jun 23, 2016

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CHARGER AWD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.

NHTSA ID
10876238
Incident
Jun 23, 2016
Mileage
103,000 mi
Filed Sep 27, 2015

THE CAR STARTS UP AND THEN SHUTS DOWN WHEN GEAR IS PUT IN DRIVE. IT HAS SHUT DOWN WHILE IN DRIVE A FEW TIMES IN THE PAST BUT STARTED BACK UP WITHOUT INCIDENT. THIS TIME THE CAR WAS PARKED FOR OVER 4 HOURS BUT WOULD START UP BUT SHUTS DOWN WHEN GEAR IS PUT IN DRIVE. IT HAS ALSO SHUT DOWN AFTER MAKING A RIGHT TURN INTO ANOTHER LANE ( ALMOST CAUSED ME TO BE HIT FROM BEHIND )

NHTSA ID
10777967
Incident
Sep 27, 2015
ElectricalPowertrain (other)
Filed Dec 9, 2013

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTED BECAME STUCK IN PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THE GEAR SHIFTER WAS REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT THEN STATED THAT THE WARNING LAMPS IN THE VEHICLE REMAINED ILLUMINATED SINCE THE REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT FURTHER INSPECTED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 148961.

NHTSA ID
10555312
Incident
Dec 8, 2012
Mileage
148,961 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

9100226

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.

9100226

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. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.

23-015-20

EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE

Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

08-049-20

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT

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.

31-003-19

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.

3100319

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.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Dodge Charger AWD by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2023000—
2022000—
2021000—
2020000—
2010600—
2009100—
2008150027.0
2007Viewing160027.1

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.