2010 Dodge Challenger vs 2012 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 | 2010 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Dodge Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 298 | 253 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 52 | 166 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–20 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,088 mi | 54,490 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Challenger | Dodge Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 68 | 138 |
| Air Bags | 75 | 47 |
| Engine | 75 | 25 |
| Power Train | 36 | 17 |
| Steering | 33 | 19 |
| Service Brakes | 24 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 31 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 62 | 30 |
| Loss of power | 20 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 8 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 17 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 9 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 7 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
2010 Dodge Challenger
2012 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.