2010 Dodge Challenger Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the 2010 Dodge Challenger, 23% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 46,000 miles.
- 68electrical system complaints
- 46,000median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 28%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 56 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 68 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 3 a fire.
Dodge Challenger electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Challenger | 6 | 14% | 29,851 |
| 2022 Challenger | 1 | 11% | — |
| 2021 Challenger | 4 | 21% | — |
| 2020 Challenger | 7 | 35% | 2,000 |
| 2019 Challenger | 17 | 29% | 4,475 |
| 2018 Challenger | 28 | 37% | 5,050 |
| 2017 Challenger | 16 | 33% | 39,250 |
| 2016 Challenger | 15 | 19% | 14,500 |
| 2015 Challenger | 26 | 21% | 49,575 |
| 2014 Challenger | 62 | 42% | 40,127 |
| 2013 Challenger | 104 | 58% | 47,150 |
| 2012 Challenger | 138 | 55% | 55,000 |
| 2011 Challenger | 103 | 53% | 54,000 |
| 2010 Challenger | 68 | 23% | 46,000 |
| 2009 Challenger | 21 | 16% | 50,550 |
| 2008 Challenger | 4 | 40% | 33,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Electrical system:ignition:module
Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler 300, dodge challenger, charger, jeep commander, grand cherokee and dodge ram vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a wireless ignition node (win) module exhibiting a binding condition of the solenoid latch.
Risk: The result of the defect could lead to a condition where the key may be removed from the ignition switch (win module) prior to placing the shifter in park. This could result in the potential for unintended vehicle movement and could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the win module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before august 23, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the instrument panel was damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
As documented in the previous report.
I need to address a serious issue regarding the car I purchased in 2020 from a private vendor. Upon taking the car to Crown Dodge Dealership in Ventura County for repair, I had to pay roughly $700 out of pocket for the service and rented a car from Hertz for the days I was without my car. However…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2010 Dodge Challengers have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 68 owner complaints about electrical system for the 2010 Dodge Challenger (23% of the 299 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Dodge Challenger electrical system?
Yes: 1 safety recall list electrical system. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do electrical system problems start?
The median reported mileage is 46,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
Other 2010 Dodge Challenger problems
- Air Bags problems (75)
- Engine problems (75)
See all 2010 Dodge Challenger problems or electrical system problems across all Challenger years.