2018 Dodge Challenger: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2018 Dodge Challenger? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 73 complaints, with Uncategorized Issues as the top reported area.
2018 Dodge Challenger Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 8 2018 Dodge Challenger trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 8 trims analysed.
2018 Dodge Challenger Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2018 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
11.1% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
11.1% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2018 Dodge Challenger has 73 owner complaints, 9 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Uncategorized Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Dodge
- Model
- Challenger
- Model year
- 2018
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 73
- Crash-related complaints
- 9
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Uncategorized Issues
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 18
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 15 / 25
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2018 Dodge Challenger Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Uncategorized Issues
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Uncategorized Issues, Electrical Faults, Transmission / Drivetrain. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2018 Dodge Challenger?
The 2018 Dodge Challenger shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2018 Dodge Challenger
Inspection Focus
- Investigate any Uncategorized Issues by requesting detailed service records.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical, transmission, wheel, steering, engine, airbag, and brake systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on electrical and drivetrain components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Investigate any Uncategorized Issues by requesting detailed service records.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical, transmission, wheel, steering, engine, airbag, and brake systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on electrical and drivetrain components.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2018 Dodge Challenger, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2018 Dodge Challenger are concentrated in two areas: Uncategorized Issues and Electrical Faults, each accounting for a significant portion of the 73 total complaints. The data also shows a moderate number of complaints related to transmission, wheels, steering, engine, airbags, and brakes. With 9 crash-related complaints and 4 recalls, buyers may want to inspect these systems closely.
- Uncategorized Issues and Electrical Faults each account for 27 complaints, the highest among all components.
- Transmission/Drivetrain, Wheel Issues, Steering Defects, Engine Problems, Airbag Malfunctions, and Brake System each have 5-7 complaints.
- There are 9 crash-related complaints and 4 recalls for this model year.
- Uncategorized Issues (27 complaints) – the nature of these complaints is unspecified, but their volume warrants attention.
- Electrical Faults (27 complaints) – a recurring theme appears to be electrical system problems.
- Transmission/Drivetrain (7 complaints) – issues in this area may affect drivability.
All 2018 Dodge Challenger Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Dodge Challenger. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 27 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 27 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | — | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 5 | 3 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2018 Dodge Challenger. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that the rims on the wheels of the vehicle were poorly designed and there were several cracks on the rims. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered cracks on the inside edges of the rims. The cont…
I purchased the vehicle which had minor passenger door damage under $500. There were false reports on Copart and Autobidmaster about the vehicle. They lied and said the vehicle was 91.2 percent damaged. The businesses are false. They admitted insanity as their fraudulent motivati…
The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the left turn signal light failed to function as intended. The turn signal light on the instrument panel was flashing erratically. The message "Left Turn Signal Out" was displayed. …
I got the car on 4/13/2025 from a Toyota dealership with about 31000 miles they told me the car fax showed the car had 2 owners a regular customer and another dealership, they also told me they change the battery but they failed to disclosed that they took the car to a body shop…
My trouble is with my 2018 Dodge Challenger. The UConnect system is delaminating and the entire system is malfunctioning. I have taken the vehicle to my local Dodge dealer and showed them the issue, and they agree there is an issue. The safety issue is that the screen display s…
No power then open the trunk and the power comes back on!! Dash lights blink out and radio then window goes up and down! Will leave u stranded
I have had an issue like the 30 other complaints on here with my window going up and down and faulty switch!!! Went to dodge and the lady stated no open recalls on the vehicle so I was probably looking at $2500 to fix . How is dodge not being held accountable for this and being l…
Control of the car electric safety equipment is compromised by the Uconnect system - delaminating of touch screen. This seems like a know issue and the faulty screen should be recalled.
The infotainment system is delaminating causing the system to start to dial random numbers with the ability for it to call 911 and hit the SOS button. This is a known issue with the Uconnect 8.4" system. It's an ongoing issue that they refuse to recall. [XXX] INFORMATION REDA…
Since the day of delivery, the 2018 Dodge Challenger I purchased from Carvana has been non-operational due to a dead battery and significant engine problems. Despite multiple attempts to start the vehicle, it required towing to the dealer for repairs. Additionally, the car was de…
Rear backup camera will sometimes either be distorted or have a black screen while in reverse. This is a safety hazard as dodge challengers have large blind spots and makes it difficult to see when backing up without the rear camera. This has almost caused me to hit another car a…
UConnect LCD Control Screen is completely on the fritz due to adhesive de-lamination. The screen will frequently and randomly ‘ghost touch’ itself to turn the heat all the way up, turn the media volume all the way up, call contacts, adjust the clock, switch screens, etc while I’m…
The infotainment controlls/stereo malfunctions constantly- it has turned the stereo on/off disconnected navigation, turned on or off heat/air conditioning as well as tried to activate sos dial 911- causes a constant distraction to attempt to correct the issue-
The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the center master display screen started to randomly switch from function to function, and unintendedly started a telephone call. The contact became aware that a bubble had appeare…
The adhesive that binds the digitizer to the LCD display will melt and causes thr infotainment system to press buttons by itself at random whenever it is on. Mine has tried to contact emergency services (911) while I'm driving. It is incredibly distracting while I'm driving. A kn…
The Uconnect Infosystem 8.4 display with navigation system has become defective. Because of this defect the system takes control of the infosystem switching between screens and options and as it gets worse it could possibly get into the power modes and other engine controls by it…
The touchscreen is forming air bubbles on the top corners. I've seen videos of touchscreens that have done this and people report it selects different options on its own while driving.
Per the car fax report provided at time of purchase. This car supposedly not been in any accidents. I noticed that the lights when on are not leveled. I took it to a local Dodge dealer to fix and to my surprise we were told that the lights were not leveled because the car had be…
My headlights keep going dim I’ve only owned this car a year in January. I’ve changed them 5 times also the electronic stability control supposivly was fixed and they changed me an arm and a leg it keeps glitching I hate going to the dealership because I feel as tho because I’m a…
Electrical system is going completely haywire. The display screen beeps as if being touched constantly causing driver distractions. Bluetooth hands free function makes random phone calls, hangs up and redials repeatedly causing driver distractions. The display also flashes from…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2018 Dodge Challenger.
2018 Dodge Challenger Recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2018 Dodge Challenger. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2018 Dodge Challenger Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2018 Dodge Challenger reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 73 owner complaints, 9 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2018 Dodge Challenger shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Dodge Challenger?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (27 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (27 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (7 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Dodge Challenger?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2018 Dodge Challenger?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2018 Dodge Challenger, NHTSA complaints include 9 crash-related reports and 2 fire reports out of 73 total complaints. 8 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2018 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2018 Dodge Challenger. A major recall area is POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2018 Dodge Challenger?▾
The 2018 Dodge Challenger shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Uncategorized Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Dodge Challenger reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.