2011 Dodge Challenger Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 23about this part
- Share
- 12%of 193 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 67,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 23 complaints about the engine of the 2011 Dodge Challenger, 12% of the 193 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 67,000 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was at the store and tried to start my car. My warning lights came on and car would not start. Thought it was a dead battery, but as it turned out it was a bad alternator. Dodge has had alternator recalls on other similar vehicles from the same year and browsing the internet I see many complaints about bad alternators with owners of the same vehicle as mine. I believe there should be a recall on this alternator. This happened feb.11,2017”
NHTSA complaint #10954481, filed 2017-02, 76,000 miles“Was driving down a busy intersection when car lost power and then stopped shut off steering was then hard and difficult to turn on a major intersection and then I was unable to move the vehicle vehicle the steering was very difficultly will crank but will not start because the alternator gave up died I then called the dealership they said they would fix it I just had to take it over there I had to tow it over there then as I got it there they said the vehicle wouldn't turn on I told him it was because the alternator was no good and it shut off and the story behind it they didn't say that…”
NHTSA complaint #11300325, filed 2020-01, 170,000 miles“While driving my car it would lose power. I could not accelerate. I can not always restart it right away. It got to the point I was unable to restart it and it had to be towed”
NHTSA complaint #10745976, filed 2015-08, 90,000 miles“2011 Dodge Challenger - I was driving and then all these diffrent lights started to flah ABS, esp, and brake assist. Then the emergency brake and seat belt lights started flashing. My locked up I wasnt even abale to turn the wheel!! Then the car just shut done, I had the car towed to my house .(more money spent) this was two days ago, the same thing happend 03/2013 I had the alternator fixed $800.00 this should not go out after 1 year in a 2011! This has to be a deffect! I will never purchase another Dodge! …”
NHTSA complaint #10641272, filed 2014-10, 100,000 miles“I nearly was killed today getting off highway I-10 when my entire car shut down. The entire electrical system failed ABS, esp, bas, traction lighting all came on - power steering did not work- completely shut down with no recourse finally coasted to park in the garage close by on a downhill exit. I was fortunate enough to find an exit to the parking lot and literally coasted in without power steering or any electrical and was afraid the brakes would not work to even stop the car. Fortunately, it coasted and stopped. …”
NHTSA complaint #10669323, filed 2014-12, 49,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10212290Mar 6, 2022Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter…
- 10180203Aug 1, 2020No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
- 10162466May 3, 2019Oil Filter Adapter If replacing Oil Filter Adapter due to oil leak, please be aware a seal kit is available for repair. If replacing due to missing Spring Loaded Check Valve, a…
- 10148691Sep 29, 2015Flash: PCM Software Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. A small number of customers…
- 10144868Mar 31, 2015Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of…
- 10148573Jan 7, 2015Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of…
- 10055481Jun 3, 2014Engine timing chain guide on a numerous amount of vehicles may fracture. Which could cause the engine timing chain to break. 06/06/2014
- 10055165Feb 1, 2014Dodge/chrysler: see document search button for owner letter. Due to an engine fractured timing chain guide, the timing chain in engine will break and would result in severe…
- 10216271Mar 6, 2013Flash: MIL Illumination P0340- Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 1 This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)…
- 10128948Feb 6, 2013Gasoline Engine Diagnostic Inspection Procedure This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of a gasoline long block engine assembly. This procedure…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 9% |
| 2022 | 1 | 11% |
| 2021 | 3 | 16% |
| 2020 | 4 | 20% |
| 2019 | 8 | 14% |
| 2018 | 5 | 7% |
| 2017 | 5 | 10% |
| 2016 | 12 | 15% |
| 2015 | 26 | 20% |
| 2014 | 36 | 24% |
| 2013 | 27 | 15% |
| 2012 | 25 | 10% |
| 2011 | 23 | 12% |
| 2010 | 75 | 25% |
| 2009 | 26 | 20% |
| 2008 | 3 | 30% |
Other parts of the 2011 Dodge Challenger
103 complaintsAir bags
35 complaintsFuel system
18 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsElectronic stability control
10 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Dodge Challenger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology