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Dodge Challenger Reliability Grade

A-Overall

Excellent reliability

EngineA-
TransmissionA-

Grade a specific Dodge Challenger

Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.

The Dodge Challenger earns an A- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A- for its engine and an A- for its transmission. It ranks 1st of 5 sports cars we grade. Its engine (A-) and transmission (A-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 805 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

Dodge Challenger reliability by year

Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.

2008A2009D2010D2011B-2012B-2013B-2014B-2015C+2016B2017A-2018A-2019B+2020A2021A-2022A2023A-

Best years: 2008, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023

Years to avoid: 2009–2010 (stalling / loss of power)

How long does the Dodge Challenger last?

170,000Estimated lifespan (miles)

A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.

Known Dodge Challenger problems

We track 2 known problem areas for the Dodge Challenger, including which model years they affect. They're in the full report, along with miles remaining and a deal score for the car you're looking at.

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Dodge Challenger vs. other sports cars

ModelEngineTrans.Overall
Dodge Charger A- B+ A-
Dodge Challenger A- A- A-
Chevrolet Camaro A- B- B+
Subaru WRX B B B
Ford Mustang B- C+ B-

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Dodge Challenger reliability FAQ

Is the Dodge Challenger reliable?

Excellent reliability. The Dodge Challenger earns an A- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A- for its engine and an A- for its transmission. It ranks 1st of 5 sports cars we grade. Its engine (A-) and transmission (A-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 805 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

How many miles will a Dodge Challenger last?

We estimate a well-maintained Dodge Challenger lasts around 170,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.

What are the best years for the Dodge Challenger?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Dodge Challenger model years are 2008, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.

What Dodge Challenger years should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Dodge Challenger years to be most careful with are 2009 and 2010. The 2009 grades a D overall (engine C-, transmission C-), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power. The 2010 grades a D overall (engine D, transmission C-), and its top engine/transmission problem is stalling / loss of power.

Is the Dodge Challenger transmission reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Dodge Challenger transmission an A- (excellent reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.

Is the Dodge Challenger engine reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Dodge Challenger engine an A- (excellent reliability).