Dodge Challenger Steering Problems
Owners have filed 147 complaints with NHTSA about steering problems on the Dodge Challenger across 14 model years. The 2010 model year has the most (33). The words owners use most often: “lost power steering” (12% of reports).
- 147steering complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 8mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 25%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Lost power steering: mentioned in 17 of 147 complaints (12%)
- Rack pinion: mentioned in 11 of 147 complaints (7%)
- Turn stop restart: mentioned in 9 of 147 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do steering problems happen?
Based on 116 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 147 complaints, 8 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury.
Dodge Challenger steering complaints by model year
| Model year | Steering complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Challenger | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2021 Challenger | 2 | 11% | 44,850 |
| 2020 Challenger | 1 | 5% | — |
| 2019 Challenger | 8 | 14% | 1,655 |
| 2018 Challenger | 6 | 8% | 14,655 |
| 2017 Challenger | 5 | 10% | 42,000 |
| 2016 Challenger | 9 | 12% | 19,250 |
| 2015 Challenger | 6 | 5% | 21,441 |
| 2014 Challenger | 20 | 13% | 47,150 |
| 2013 Challenger | 15 | 8% | 68,300 |
| 2012 Challenger | 19 | 8% | 27,850 |
| 2011 Challenger | 14 | 7% | 46,500 |
| 2010 Challenger | 33 | 11% | 35,143 |
| 2009 Challenger | 8 | 6% | 13,550 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Steering:electric power assist system
Model years: 2010
Problem: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler sebring, 300, charger (lx) and dodge challenger (lc), avenger (js), and journey (jc), as well as model year 2011 dodge ram light duty pickup (ds) vehicles. Some of these vehicles may experience a separation at the crimped end of the power steering pressure hose assembly.
Risk: Leaked power steering fluid onto hot engine components could cause a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary the power steering pressure hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on december 20, 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.
While operating my vehicle at road speed the electric steering rack failed. This rendered the steering inoperative. It was impossible to steer the vehicle. Not only is this situation extremely dangerous and deadly, there was no advanced warning. I received no prompts or warning lights before the…
The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-35 MPH on a local roadway, the steering suddenly became inoperative, and the steering wheel locked without warning. The contact was able to maintain control of the vehicle and safely pulled over to the…
My steering was locked up when I started my car in the cold then on my first turn, it completely locked up and it did this several times and it makes a grinding noise. I am assuming one of the bearings has failed in it, but it failing on me the rack locking up is something different I believe.
: The vehicleâs steering wheel intermittently hardens or "locks" while in motion, making it extremely difficult to maneuver and creating a severe safety hazard. This issue remains unresolved despite two separate professional repair attempts. The first attempt cost $600.00, and the second attempt…
Good morning my (eps) Electronic steering system isn't working I have the light on my dashboard and while driving it went on and couldn't steer it needs force to turn and its difficult to keep it straight this is the second time im replacing this part last time I had this same problem was 2 yrs ago…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Challengers have steering problems?
No. NHTSA has 147 owner complaints about steering for the Dodge Challenger. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge Challenger steering?
Yes: 1 safety recall list steering. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about steering problems on the Dodge Challenger?
The most frequent phrase is “lost power steering”, in 17 of 147 complaints, followed by “rack pinion” (11).
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