2012 Dodge Challenger vs 2014 Dodge Challenger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Dodge Challenger | 2014 Dodge Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 253 | 149 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 166 | 200 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,490 mi | 38,996 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Challenger | Dodge Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 138 | 62 |
| Air Bags | 47 | 18 |
| Engine | 25 | 36 |
| Steering | 19 | 20 |
| Power Train | 17 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 14 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 30 | 19 |
| Airbag warning light | 17 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 9 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 5 |
| Battery drain | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
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.