2009 Dodge Charger vs 2011 Dodge Charger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Dodge Charger | 2011 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 174 | 695 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 31 | 152 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 64 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–21 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,251 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Charger | Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 45 | 395 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 158 |
| Engine | 32 | 77 |
| Air Bags | 45 | 52 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 79 |
| Steering | 18 | 39 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 40 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 39 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 17 | 82 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 45 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 28 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 27 |
| Overheating | 0 | 19 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 14 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 11 |
2009 Dodge Charger
2011 Dodge Charger
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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.