2023 Dodge Challenger: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2023 Dodge Challenger? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 39 complaints, with Visibility/Wiper as the top reported area.
2023 Dodge Challenger Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 8 2023 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.
2023 Dodge Challenger Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial 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 2023 Dodge Challenger has 39 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Visibility/Wiper. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Dodge
- Model
- Challenger
- Model year
- 2023
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 39
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Visibility/Wiper
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 18
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 15 / 23
- 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 2023 Dodge Challenger Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Visibility/Wiper
Uncategorized Issues
Brake System
Complaint patterns center on Visibility/Wiper, Uncategorized Issues, Brake System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2023 Dodge Challenger?
The 2023 Dodge Challenger looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
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 2023 Dodge Challenger
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the windshield wipers and washer system for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on brakes and electrical components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the windshield wipers and washer system for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on brakes and electrical components.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2023 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
Based on 39 NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Dodge Challenger, issues appear concentrated in the visibility/wiper system, with additional reports in brakes, electrical, and engine components. No crash-related complaints were filed. The data is limited by low sample size and consumer-submitted nature.
- Visibility/Wiper complaints account for the largest share of reported issues.
- Brake system and electrical faults are the next most common complaint categories.
- No crash-related complaints were reported for the 2023 model year.
- Visibility/Wiper system: 12 complaints, the most reported component.
- Brake system: 6 complaints, indicating potential braking concerns.
- Electrical faults: 5 complaints, suggesting possible electrical reliability issues.
All 2023 Dodge Challenger Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Dodge Challenger. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/Wiper | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 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 2023 Dodge Challenger. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The engine is malfunctioning. It is available for inspection. When you accelerate the vehicle, the engine goes into limp mode then it goes into neutral and you have to find a safe place on the side of the road to pull over shut it off and restart it. It's very very dangerous. …
The front windshield spontaneously cracked from the A frame. This is dangerous because it weakens the windshield and can impair vision. Multiple people online have complained about the same issue with their 2023 Challengers. I had it fixed at my dealership and through my insuranc…
Windshield stress crack. From driver side A pillar across the windshield. Widely known factory defect issue. Causing many windshield replacements. No impact, no chips. This was due to improper bonding of the windshield during manufacturing, and body flex of the vehicle.
ON 12/24/2025 I found a foot long stress crack on the passenger side of the windshield. I was a National Glass Association Technician for 10 years I can tell the difference between a stress crack and an impact crack. There is no reason for this 2023 vehicle to have a stress crack…
Have a crack in windshield on passenger side about half way up pillar. There is no places of contact just the crack like it’s from body flex and there are a lot of other challenger customers with the same issue
This make/model/year has many issues of windshield cracking. My car windshield was fine, no issues, I went to the garage to uncover it to drive and there was a crack among the passenger edge about 9 inches. I researched if this was a recall/known issue. No recall but many many is…
I know this has probably been posted. Driving last night with the wife and I smell fuel. Then the gas gauge starts to drop from full to empty in less than 3 minutes. I pull over, the car shuts down. I see fuel on the passenger side , just in front of the tire. Get the car safely …
Passenger seat will not lock into place, even while driving or stationary causing concern as this becomes a safety issue.
My traction control is turning on and off by itself I’m not touching the button can be at a stoplight or drive down the road
As described in the 05-001-22 bulletin, my brakes are making a clicking noise when reversing or turning at low speeds. A bulletin has been issued for every year except 2023 (my car’s year) for the same issue.
Front windshield on the passenger side developed a stress crack. There is no impact mark and the crack developed while turning a corner. Hopefully this doesn't mean that there is a deeper issue with the frame. This is a common issue on this year and model specifically that many h…
On March 25, 2025, the windshield in the vehicle spontaneously cracked, while parked and unattended, beginning from about midway down on the driver side A-pillar. This seems to be a known and repeated issue with windshields on the Dodge Challenger. Inspected by the dealership w…
At 7k miles my windshield cracked sitting in the driveway. I have done some research and there are plenty of examples of 2023 Dodge Challengers having this issue. It is because of a manufacturing defect in the glass. I contacted Dodge and the dealership and they've claimed this d…
So this is not about an actual incident that occurred but is more so about about an issue with a manufacturer ive uncovered , being a mechanic and working primarily on dodge vehicles ive noticed at least for the last 2 years of modules the part numbers they list for their car lin…
Got into my vehicle Saturday 4-19-25 and hit the start button and my front windshield cracked!!! A lot of people are having the same issue if you look on the dodge hellcat forum.
My brake lines melted to my exhaust manifold due to manufacturer defect and manufacturer cannot get the part to fix it
I own a 2023 Dodge Challenger R/T with approximately 9,200 miles. Recently, while the vehicle was parked, I discovered a significant crack in the front windshield originating from the passenger side edge with a length of approximately 10 inches. Notably, there are no visible sign…
Once the cruise control or adaptive cruise control is set, there is no indication as to what the speed is set to on the display. The only way to find out what it was set to is to turn off the cruise control then set a new speed. Also, when increasing or decreasing the speed con…
On Wednesday, [XXX] I was driving on [XXX] between Daytona Beach, Florida and Jacksonville, Florida. My Dodge Challenger’s windshield suddenly cracked while driving when I transitioned from the newly resurfaced left hand lane to the lower, not yet resurfaced, right lane. Two crac…
I’m not sure if anyone has reported Dodge ( Challengers ) windshields unexpectedly without impact cracking. I’m seeing it a lot on the 2023 years my windshield cracked without impact, my brother also has a 2023 scatpack and his windshield cracked not even a week after purchasing …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Dodge Challenger.
2023 Dodge Challenger Recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Dodge Challenger. 2 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.
2023 Dodge Challenger Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2023 Dodge Challenger reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 39 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2023 Dodge Challenger looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. 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 2023 Dodge Challenger?▾
#1: Visibility/Wiper (12 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (9 complaints). #3: Brake System (6 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Dodge Challenger?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Dodge Challenger?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Dodge Challenger, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 39 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Dodge Challenger. A major recall area is PARKING BRAKE. 2 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 2023 Dodge Challenger?▾
The 2023 Dodge Challenger looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. 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 Visibility/Wiper 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.