2001 Dodge Charger Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 26, 2016 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Charger years
Not enough data 19th of 23 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Dodge Charger. That ranks 19th out of 23 Charger model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 33%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2001 Dodge Charger problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Air Bags1
Exterior Lighting1 · ~40,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages1
Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags133%———
Exterior Lighting133%40,000——
Latches/locks/linkages133%———
Structure133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 1 complaints
2014: 1201412015: 1201512016: 120161

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2001 Dodge Charger recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 Dodge Charger.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 (na) dodge charger. The contact received recall notifications for nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v313000 and 16v352000 (air bags); however, the parts for the recall repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…

Air Bags · received Jul 26, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10888608

Stopped at grocery store, (stationary), opened drivers door and would not shut, door latch (actuator) broke and will not let you shift or lock door for safety....dodge dealer expects you to drive this unsafe vehicle to them to see what is wrong with it! *tr

Latches/locks/linkages · received Oct 5, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10779903

Tl* the contact owns 2001 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the passenger's side headlight failed. While replacing the bulb, the contact noticed that the wiring harness was melted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of…

Exterior Lighting · received Mar 13, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10569078

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge Charger?

Owners most often report air bags, exterior lighting, latches/locks/linkages problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Dodge Charger?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 Dodge Charger a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Charger model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.