2014 Dodge Challenger

The Verdict

Worst problem area

Electrical

Electrical leads by volume: 62 of 148 complaints (42%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (14) than those mentioning any other identified area.

Complaints filed fell from 179 in 2013 to 148 in 2014.

Data last changed Sep 16, 2026. Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology

Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History

Fuel cost, fuel economy, and complaint history by model-yearScroll sideways to see all 5 years. Fuel figures show the range across trims for years with more than one EPA-rated configuration.
Category	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	vs. 2014 Midsize Cars
Annual fuel cost ($)	2,950–4,550	2,950–4,550	3,400–4,550	2,700–4,850	2,700–4,850
Combined MPG	17–21	17–21	17–21	16–23	16–23
City / Highway MPG	14–18 / 23–27	14–18 / 23–27	14–18 / 23–27	13–19 / 21–30	13–19 / 21–30
CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi)	423–523	426–523	422–521	392–566	392–568
Complaints filed	253	179	148	126	78	Not compared
Recalls issued	6	5	5	6	2	Not compared
Crash-involved complaints	11	6	16	16	10	Not compared
Fire-involved complaints	8	10	5	3	2	Not compared
Injuries reported	8	7	16	13	10	Not compared
Deaths reported	0	0	0	0	0	Not compared
Configurations compared	5	5	5	9	9

Common questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Dodge Challenger have?

5 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.

What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Dodge Challenger?

Electrical: 62 of 148 NHTSA complaints (42%) mention it.

What gas mileage does the 2014 Dodge Challenger get?

EPA rates it 17–21 MPG combined across 5 configurations.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Dodge Challenger?

EPA estimates $3,400–$4,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.

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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)

Every EPA-rated configuration on this page, one row each.A number tagged (low) or (high) is this page’s own cost-table figure of that name, above.
Configuration	Transmission	Cylinders	Displacement	Drivetrain	Fuel Type	Vehicle Class	City	Highway	Combined	Annual Fuel Cost	CO₂
Configuration 1	Automatic 5-spd	6	3.6L	Rear-Wheel Drive	Midgrade	Midsize Cars	18 mpg (high)	27 mpg (high)	21 mpg (high)	$3,400 (low)	422 g/mi (low)
Configuration 2	Automatic 5-spd	8	5.7L	Rear-Wheel Drive	Midgrade	Midsize Cars	15 mpg	24 mpg	18 mpg	$4,000	487 g/mi
Configuration 3	Manual 6-spd	8	5.7L	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium	Midsize Cars	15 mpg	23 mpg (low)	18 mpg	$4,300	493 g/mi
Configuration 4	Automatic 5-spd	8	6.4L	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium	Midsize Cars	14 mpg (low)	23 mpg (low)	17 mpg (low)	$4,550 (high)	521 g/mi (high)
Configuration 5	Manual 6-spd	8	6.4L	Rear-Wheel Drive	Premium	Midsize Cars	14 mpg (low)	23 mpg (low)	17 mpg (low)	$4,550 (high)	521 g/mi (high)

Complaints by Category

Complaints by category, in the same fixed order on every page
Category	Complaints	Crash-Involved	Fire-Involved	Injuries
Engine	38	0	1	0
Transmission & Drivetrain	12	1	0	1
Fuel System	14	0	1	0
Electrical	62	2	5	1
Brakes	11	3	0	1
Steering	20	1	0	1
Suspension, Wheels & Tires	6	0	0	0
Airbags & Restraints	18	11	0	14
Driver Assistance & Speed Control	5	2	0	2
Body, Seats & Latches	9	2	0	1
Visibility & Lighting	7	0	0	0
Other	11	1	1	1

A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.

Recalls (5)

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 19V018000 · Jan 31, 2019
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) · Campaign 18E053000 · Jul 17, 2018
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR · Campaign 17V741000 · Nov 22, 2017
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Consequence: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T75.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR · Campaign 17V435000 · Jul 11, 2017
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Consequence: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR · Campaign 14V634000 · Oct 8, 2014
Defect: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Consequence: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.