2013 Dodge Charger electrical system problems
167 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2013 Dodge Charger — 46% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“A few weeks ago I was traveling on unfamiliar curvy roads. It had recently rained. I fishtailed going through the curve, and my breaks locked up. Not long after I had the famous “Christmas Tree Lights” on my dash which are the ABS, Break, and FCW. Went to Advance Auto Parts to check code, and it…”
filed Aug 7, 2026
“The abs module lights came on and is not functioning properly. I contacted the dealership and the part has been on back order for years. The abs light, traction, and brake light is on simultaneously. Subsequently my wheel is locked up causing my car to not move at all and brake pedal has no…”
filed Jul 23, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a…Campaign 17V435000 · Jul 10, 2017
- In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly failCampaign 14V634000 · Oct 8, 2014
Related service bulletins
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service…
9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 15, 2023Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service…
9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 15, 2023
Electrical System problems in other Charger years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Charger | 10 | 38% |
| 2021 Charger | 2 | 6% |
| 2020 Charger | 6 | 11% |
| 2019 Charger | 22 | 18% |
| 2018 Charger | 45 | 37% |
| 2017 Charger | 48 | 38% |
| 2016 Charger | 25 | 14% |
| 2015 Charger | 22 | 16% |
| 2014 Charger | 109 | 32% |
| 2012 Charger | 359 | 55% |
| 2011 Charger | 395 | 57% |
| 2010 Charger | 74 | 32% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 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.