Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Charger and Durango vehicles. The shifter assembly was not properly heat-treated, which can prevent the shifter from properly engaging in the "drive" position.
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The 2022 Dodge Charger is associated with 13 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 3 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.
The most frequently reported component area is Air Bags, accounting for 2 reports (15% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 6 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3.6l 6-cyl, 5.7l 8-cyl, 6.4l 8-cyl, and 6.2l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 15 to 23 MPG combined.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 13 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 3 official campaigns
- • Primary Defect Domain: Air Bags (2 / 15%)
- • Field Incident Signals: 3 crash / 0 fire / 1 injury reports
- • NCAP Crash Safety: 5 / 5 Stars Overall Laboratory Score
- • EPA Certified Range: 15–23 MPG across 6 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2022 Dodge Charger?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charger | 3.6L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 19 MPG | 30 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,650 / yr |
| Charger AWD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 18 MPG | 27 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Charger | 5.7L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 16 MPG | 25 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $3,700 / yr |
| Charger | 6.4L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 15 MPG | 24 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $4,200 / yr |
| Charger Widebody | 6.4L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 15 MPG | 24 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $4,200 / yr |
| Charger SRT Widebody | 6.2L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 12 MPG | 21 MPG | 15 MPG | — | $5,050 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2022 Dodge Charger?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR AWD | 10.100000000000001% | ||||
| 4 DR RWD | 10.100000000000001% |
Optional and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Optional in official NHTSA records for tested 2022 Dodge Charger models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2022 Dodge Charger?
Summary of 13 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2022 Dodge Charger problems & component breakdown (10 categories) →Are there open safety recalls on the 2022 Dodge Charger?
Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2022 Dodge Charger
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2022 Dodge Charger
How many safety recalls does the 2022 Dodge Charger have?
The 2022 Dodge Charger is associated with 3 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2022 Dodge Charger?
NHTSA records list 13 consumer defect complaints for the 2022 Dodge Charger. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is Air Bags, appearing in 2 filings (15% of submissions).
Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2022 Dodge Charger?
Under the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2022 Dodge Charger earned an Overall Safety Rating of 5 out of 5 stars across 2 tested configuration(s).
Laboratory evaluations include a 35 mph frontal barrier crash, side barrier and pole impact tests, and static rollover resistance assessments.
What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2022 Dodge Charger get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2022 Dodge Charger range from 15 to 23 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
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