2009 Dodge Challenger Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 2%of 133 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 118,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the body and structure of the 2009 Dodge Challenger, 2% of the 133 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 118,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact heard abnormal sounds coming from underneath the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the subframe bolt had snapped off. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that they were unable to assist. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11439068, filed 2021-11, 44,000 miles“The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Challenger. While cleaning the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear wheel well panels on both sides were corroded. The dealer stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10970075, filed 2017-04, 140,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 9% |
| 2021 | 2 | 11% |
| 2019 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 2 | 4% |
| 2016 | 3 | 4% |
| 2015 | 4 | 3% |
| 2014 | 3 | 2% |
| 2013 | 7 | 4% |
| 2012 | 7 | 3% |
| 2011 | 6 | 3% |
| 2010 | 6 | 2% |
| 2009 | 3 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2009 Dodge Challenger
41 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
27 complaintsEngine
26 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsEngine cooling
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Dodge Challenger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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