2025 Dodge Charger Problems
Shopping for a used 2025 Dodge Charger? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 10 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Electrical Faults the most reported area.
Before you buy
This 2025 Dodge Charger has 10 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2025 Dodge Charger Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated energy efficiency for the 2025 Dodge Charger. Values shown in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2025 Dodge Charger 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
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: 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 2025 Dodge Charger has 10 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Dodge
- Model
- Charger
- Model year
- 2025
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 10
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPGe combined
- 88
- EPA MPGe city / highway
- 94 / 82
- Fuel type
- Electricity
- Electric range (miles)
- 308
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2025 Dodge Charger problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Brake System
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Brake System, Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2025 Dodge Charger?
The 2025 Dodge Charger 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.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2025 Dodge Charger
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery, alternator, and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery, alternator, and wiring.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on reported components.
- Test the forward collision avoidance system during a test drive.
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AI verdict
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 10 NHTSA complaints for the 2025 Dodge Charger, issues appear concentrated in electrical faults and brake system components. One crash-related complaint was reported. The data is limited to a single model year and a small sample size.
- Electrical faults account for the highest number of complaints among reported components.
- Brake system issues are the second most frequently reported concern.
- Forward collision avoidance (AEB) and fuel/propulsion system each have 2 complaints.
- Electrical faults
- Brake system
- Forward collision avoidance (AEB)
Full breakdown
All 2025 Dodge Charger complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Dodge Charger. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2025 Dodge Charger. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The trunk will fail after 3 to 5 attempts to open it. The car is available for inspection. Anything or anyone locked in the trunk cannot be retrieved by exterior trunk release for an undetermined amount of time. The issue has been confirmed by the Dodge dealer and the manufacture…
Roof trim panel on driver's side door flew off of the car while driving.
While driving malfunctioning alert regenerative battery not available, servuce air bag system, audible ding sounds, parking brake alert, and I received Alert the car " Brake and suspension service required" I was told by Ron Tonkin Dodge Service that car is not safe to drive; t…
The contact owns a 2025 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that a message related to the Forward Collision Avoidance mitigation system, the electrical system, and the message "Braking System Required Attention - Please Call for Assistance" were displayed. Additionally, the contact…
To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally report a serious safety malfunction involving my 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T Stage 1 EV. This incident has caused significant property damage. I arrived home and pulled into my driveway as I routinely do. I opened my garage doo…
Warning alerts including: Service electric system, Regenerative battery system not available, service transmission, Vehicle will shut down, then car dies Car towed Aug 11 at 807 miles, Dec 8th at 2707 miles, many time intermittently car does not start, been to RON TOKIN Dodge Se…
I am submitting this statement regarding a serious and life-threatening safety issue with my 2025 Dodge Charger GT EV. Since July 2025, my vehicle has experienced recurring and dangerous problems that put my life and the lives of my children at risk whenever I attempt to drive it…
I was returning home in my electric Dodge Charger Daytona from work nearing an intersection when my vehicle's dashboard lit up with multiple warnings and entered "turtle mode" a limited power mode where the car no longer accelerates with the accelerator pedal but instead will slo…
I leased a brand-new 2025 Dodge Charger Daytona EV. About 2 weeks after receiving the vehicle, a severe and dangerous incident occurred. I had driven approximately 2 miles at normal residential speeds with my baby in the back seat. After parking and walking toward the entrance of…
When using ADAS, the vehicle brake does not remain engaged after the vehicle is stopped, resulting in uncommanded rollback when the car autonomously stops in traffic on a hill. This occurred repeatedly without warning, and with ADAS remaining fully engaged and unaware of the ro…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Dodge Charger.
Safety recalls
2025 Dodge Charger recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Dodge Charger. 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.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL
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Questions
2025 Dodge Charger buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2025 Dodge Charger reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 10 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2025 Dodge Charger 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 2025 Dodge Charger?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (7 complaints). #2: Brake System (4 complaints). #3: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Dodge Charger?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2025 Dodge Charger?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2025 Dodge Charger, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 10 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2025 Dodge Charger have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2025 Dodge Charger. A major recall area is BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT. 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 2025 Dodge Charger?▾
The 2025 Dodge Charger 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 Electrical Faults 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 Charger reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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