Does the 2018 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Dodge Challenger, the most recent reported on August 9, 2018 (Electrical system: wiring, front underhood). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Dodge Challenger?

Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (28 complaints), followed by unknown or other (28).

How many 2018 Dodge Challenger complaints mention a crash or fire?

9 of 75 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2018 Dodge Challenger recalls and problems

3 recalls and 75 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Dodge Challenger.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2018 Dodge Challenger recalls

Electrical system: wiring, front underhood

NHTSA campaign 18V524000 · reported August 9, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 12,779 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
The risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Electrical system: software · Vehicle speed control: cruise control · Electrical system: wiring

NHTSA campaign 18V332000 · reported May 17, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 4,815,661 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles 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.
The risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 18V280000 · reported May 1, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 71 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
The risk: If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system28
Unknown or other28
Power train8
Steering6
Wheels6
Air bags5
Engine5
Exterior lighting5
Service brakes5
Suspension4

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 2, 2026 · Electrical system
The Uconnect HMI/touchscreen in my 2018 Dodge Challenger has visibly delaminated and developed severe phantom touch inputs. When powered on, the screen registers commands without any physical contact. The failed touchscreen remains installed and available for inspection. The vehicle has approximately 19,600 miles…

Jun 9, 2026 · Power train
Driving along and all of a sudden the shifter lights started flashing, wipers turned on, steering became difficult, and finally the transmission locked up. Stalled in the middle of the hiway turn lane and because the transmission was locked up it couldn't even be pushed out of the way. Traffic was backed up and people…

Apr 6, 2026 · Wheels · 75,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that the rims on the wheels of the vehicle were poorly designed and there were several cracks on the rims. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered cracks on the inside edges of the rims. The contact stated that the cracks were formed…

Jan 18, 2026 · Unknown or other
I purchased the vehicle which had minor passenger door damage under $500. There were false reports on Copart and Autobidmaster about the vehicle. They lied and said the vehicle was 91.2 percent damaged. The businesses are false. They admitted insanity as their fraudulent motivation. The title should be clean title and…

Sep 11, 2025 · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the left turn signal light failed to function as intended. The turn signal light on the instrument panel was flashing erratically. The message "Left Turn Signal Out" was displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…

Challenger model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2015	5	127	16	3
2016	1	78	10	2
2017	3	49	7	2
2018	3	75	9	2
2019	3	59	5	3
2020	1	20	1	1
2021	2	19	4	1

Across all years, the 2010 Challenger has the most complaints (299). All Dodge Challenger years →

Questions

Does the 2018 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2018 Dodge Challenger, the most recent reported on August 9, 2018 (Electrical system: wiring, front underhood). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Dodge Challenger?: Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (28 complaints), followed by unknown or other (28).
How many 2018 Dodge Challenger complaints mention a crash or fire?: 9 of 75 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 2, 2026.