If you are looking to purchase a four-door car that is sporty and a real thrill to drive, you can’t go wrong with the Dodge Charger. With that said, though, no car is immune to manufacturer recalls, and there are a number of recalls that have been issued for the Charger over the years that are worth checking out before you buy this model.
Have there been any alternator recalls for the Dodge Charger?
As of September 2020, there have been four recalls issued related to the alternator, including:
- Multiple recalls citing an alternator that may fail and result in an engine stall
- A recall citing an alternator that may fail and cause an engine stall and/or a fire
Thankfully, we will cover each of these recalls in detail below to help you determine if the Dodge Charger is the right choice for your next used vehicle purchase.
Alternator May Fail Resulting in an Engine Stall
NHTSA Recall ID: 14V634000
In October 2014, Dodge issued a recall for certain 2011-2014 Dodge Charger models that were manufactured between April 22, 2010 and January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator.
On affected models, the alternator may fail while the vehicle is in operation, causing the engine to stall and greatly increasing the risk of an accident. To repair this issue, Dodge has offered to replace the alternator free of charge on all affected models.
Alternator May Fail Resulting in an Engine Stall/Fire
NHTSA Recall ID: 14V634000
In October 2016, Dodge issued a recall for certain 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police models that had been equipped with a 220 amp alternator, stating that the alternator may fail while the vehicle is in operation and cause the engine to stall.
The recall also states that the alternator may short circuit on affected models as well, creating the risk of a fire. To repair this issue, Dodge has offered to replace the alternator free of charge on all affected models.
Alternator May Fail Resulting in an Engine Stall
NHTSA Recall ID: 17V435000
In July 2017, Dodge issued a recall for certain 2011-2014 Dodge Charger models that had been equipped with electro-hydraulic power steering, either a 5.7L or 3.6L engine, and either a 160, 180, or 220 amp alternator.
On affected models, the alternator may fail while the vehicle is in operation, causing the engine to stall and greatly increasing the risk of an accident. To repair this issue, Dodge has offered to replace the alternator free of charge on all affected models.
Alternator May Fail Resulting in an Engine Stall
NHTSA Recall ID: 17V741000
In November 2017, Dodge issued a recall for certain 2014 Dodge Charger models that had been equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator, citing a faulty alternator that may fail and cause the vehicle to stall while it is in operation.
To repair this issue, Dodge has offered to replace the alternator free of charge on all affected models.
How Do You Handle an Open Recall on a Dodge Charger?
If you own a Dodge Charger or you are looking at buying one used and would like to see if there are any open recalls on the vehicle, you can visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website and type in your vehicle’s VIN number. From there, the system will alert you if there are any open recalls on the vehicle.
If you do discover an open recall on your Dodge Charger model, the next step is to contact Dodge customer service by calling 1-800-423-6343. They will help you determine if there are any issues with your specific vehicle that still need to be addressed, as well as walk you through the recall repair process.
