2009 Dodge Challenger vs 2009 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2009 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 132 | 720 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 46 | 101 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 47 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–20 | 20–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 31,000 mi | 36,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Challenger | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 41 | 142 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 160 |
| Engine | 26 | 111 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 43 |
| Power Train | 27 | 35 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 51 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 29 |
| Steering | 8 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 40 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 50 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 31 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 26 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 24 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 15 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 13 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 11 |
2009 Dodge Challenger
2009 Honda Accord
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.