2014 Dodge Charger Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2014 Dodge Charger, 17% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 45,390 miles.
- 60power train complaints
- 45,390median miles at failure
- 9mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 17%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 42 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 60 complaints, 9 mention a crash, 4 an injury.
Dodge Charger power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Charger | 9 | 35% | 33,000 |
| 2022 Charger | 3 | 19% | — |
| 2021 Charger | 5 | 14% | 54,000 |
| 2019 Charger | 1 | 1% | 20,000 |
| 2018 Charger | 10 | 8% | 23,537 |
| 2017 Charger | 17 | 13% | 49,724 |
| 2016 Charger | 25 | 14% | 42,000 |
| 2015 Charger | 32 | 24% | 56,070 |
| 2014 Charger | 60 | 17% | 45,390 |
| 2013 Charger | 48 | 13% | 51,000 |
| 2012 Charger | 65 | 10% | 68,450 |
| 2011 Charger | 21 | 3% | 58,700 |
| 2010 Charger | 19 | 8% | 95,469 |
| 2009 Charger | 6 | 3% | 103,500 |
| 2008 Charger | 33 | 5% | 79,800 |
| 2007 Charger | 220 | 40% | 75,000 |
| 2006 Charger | 218 | 17% | 78,684 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
Risk: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear.
Risk: Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of vehicle rollaway, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S27. Note: On October 19, 2016 Chrysler identified some previously repaired vehicles did not receive the complete software updates. Chrysler will renotify the affected owners, and dealers will update the software again.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message "Service Transmission" displayed, with a grinding sound coming from the transmission. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was taken to the local auto parts store and the…
Automatic transmission control module/unit is bad Car won't start
My oil cooler is cracked and leaking tons of oil. Upon further research this is a very common problem in there engines because of faulty engine design. Why is there no recall for the faulty engine oil cooler in the Dodge Charger 2014. Most Dodge Chargers experience an oil leak from a cracked oil…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2014 Dodge Chargers have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 60 owner complaints about power train for the 2014 Dodge Charger (17% of the 343 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 2014 Dodge Charger power train?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do power train problems start?
The median reported mileage is 45,390 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
Other 2014 Dodge Charger problems
- Electrical System problems (109)
- Steering problems (62)
- Engine problems (61)
See all 2014 Dodge Charger problems or power train problems across all Charger years.