2012 Dodge Charger suspension problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2012 Dodge Charger — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Engine makes a weird noise when you turn it on and have it running sorta sounds like a truck. Brakes don't work sometimes you gotta step on the break petal all the way in if not you could possibly crash or hit another car parked near by. The control arms get stock a bit when doing a turn on…”
filed Jan 12, 2020
“Ive had to have brake work three times. The car acts like it doesnt w ant to stop.. Now im gettingg this clicking grinding sound when ia re turn left or right.really. Ive had this issue for more than two years. Know body wanteda recall to listen. I guess my family will reap the benifits once I get…”
filed Jan 2, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.
9100229 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 20, 2023
Suspension problems in other Charger years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Charger | 1 | 4% |
| 2021 Charger | 1 | 3% |
| 2019 Charger | 2 | 2% |
| 2018 Charger | 5 | 4% |
| 2017 Charger | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 Charger | 7 | 4% |
| 2015 Charger | 1 | 1% |
| 2014 Charger | 14 | 4% |
| 2013 Charger | 9 | 3% |
| 2011 Charger | 8 | 1% |
| 2010 Charger | 8 | 3% |
| 2009 Charger | 7 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 Dodge Charger
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.