2013 Dodge Challenger Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 27about this part
- Share
- 15%of 179 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 48,150miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 27 complaints about the engine of the 2013 Dodge Challenger, 15% of the 179 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 48,150 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Window started rolling down about 1/4 inch (draining battery so I bought a new battery) and then other issues started occurring. Check engine light came on(while starting the car) then went off, (I had just put the car in park and turned it off), 5 mins later I turned it back on and window will not roll down at all now. As soon as the went stopped completely other things such as performance and brakes seemed to be hesitant.”
NHTSA complaint #11362604, filed 2020-10, 82,000 miles“Car caught on fire as I was driving it this was 4 hours after I picked it up from the dealership for getting the tourque converter fixed. I think this is an electrical problem that caused it. I was driving in a parking lot only going 7-10 MPH. Dallas pd doesn't come out if it's on private property I am still waiting my fire report in the mail. I have unsure claim numbers from 3 different people. (chrystler. National general insurance. Harco national insurance.)”
NHTSA complaint #10945284, filed 2017-01, 23,500 miles“Oct. 30,2018 wile making a 15 MPH. Left turn on to las vegas blvd.in my 2013dodge Challenger sxt. I experienced the car shutting off and loss of all power I decided to let the car cost to a stop however instead of the car stopping it julted forward and turned back on. Went 300 ft. And made another left turn again the car shut off .this time it did not turn on. No warring light ever appeared.now 2 hours latter the car cranks but will not turn over. System says ok . Absolutly no warring lights are on.”
NHTSA complaint #11144130, filed 2018-10, 180,000 miles“In october 2018, I went to your dealership (planet ford) located in humble texas. I purchase (debit card) two vehicles off of the lot. I purchased a Dodge Challenger 2019 (hemi v8 rt), and chevrolet tahoe 2007. I was told that the Dodge Challenger since it had less than 50,000 miles had a bumper to bumper coverage still with Dodge. I started having mechanical problems with the Dodge Challenger. I spoke with steward (who sold me the extended warranty) at planet ford in humble, texas and was told to take it to texan Dodge. …”
NHTSA complaint #11176642, filed 2019-02, 49,300 miles“I recently purchased my 2013 Dodge Challenger less than 2 years ago and now the car has been misfiring giving me various error codes while I am driving on the freeway and on the roads. The dealership that I purchased the vehicle from, acura of fremont, has not returned my calls. The vehicle has given me the p0132 and recently p0300 error code. I took it to my local chrysler and Dodge dealership in san leandro, ca and they said they can't find an issue wrong with the vehicle even though they saw the p0300 error code and the car shaking immensely. …”
NHTSA complaint #11151379, filed 2018-11, 44,996 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10180287Aug 28, 2020Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience a…
- 10180203Aug 1, 2020No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
- 10175712Apr 9, 2020Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
- 10174189Mar 25, 2020Revised Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
- 10173339Feb 25, 2020Revised Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
- 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…
- 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…
- 10141224Jul 15, 2014P0520- Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Circuit This bulletin involves replacing the oil pressure sensor with a revised part. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction…
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 2013 Dodge Challenger
104 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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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