2012 Dodge Challenger engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 25 complaints for the 2012 Dodge Challenger, 7% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 25 7% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 62,000 miles 22 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 3
- Injuries and deaths
- 1 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 3 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 2 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 5 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 3 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 1 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 2 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 2 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 22 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 62,000 miles, and 45% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 3 fires, 1 injury.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge challenger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, smoke fumes started to emit inside the vehicle. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road due determine the cause of the smoke emitting from the engine compartment. The vehicle completely shut off and failed to restart. The contact stated that she lost her voice due to smoke inhalation. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge challenger. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a lack of power and misfired. Also, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to chapman dodge, but was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
Other problems reported for the 2012 Dodge Challenger
- Electrical system 140 complaints
- Air bags 47 complaints
- Steering 19 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 17 complaints