2009 Dodge Challenger vs 2011 Dodge Challenger
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 | 2011 Dodge Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 132 | 193 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 46 | 123 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–20 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 31,000 mi | 56,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Challenger | Dodge Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 21 | 103 |
| Air Bags | 41 | 35 |
| Engine | 26 | 23 |
| Power Train | 27 | 8 |
| Steering | 8 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 17 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 30 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 13 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 10 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 8 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
2009 Dodge Challenger
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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.