2013 Dodge Charger Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 41about this part
- Share
- 11%of 360 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 45,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 41 complaints about the air bags of the 2013 Dodge Charger, 11% of the 360 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 45,000 miles. 11 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have been involved in two separate crashes with this vehicle. The first at 46 MPH, with significant front end damage. The second, after the car was repaired was at 75 MPH. During the first crash, no airbags deployed. During the second crash only the curtain/side airbags deployed on the passenger side of the car. I was seatbelted in, properly, and suffered bruised lungs and a concussion.”
NHTSA complaint #11048837, filed 2017-11, 59,100 miles“My wife was involved in a head-on accident yesterday after another driver crossed the center line. The other drivers airbags in his 2014 chevy volt deployed. But, the airbags in my wife's 2013 Dodge Charger did not deploy.”
NHTSA complaint #10706631, filed 2015-04, 55,000 miles“Yesterday evening, the airbag warning light on my vehicle came on. Although the owners manual for my vehicle states that an airbag light needs to be checked immediately, this morning I was unable to obtain a service appointment despite my having contacted two local Dodge dealerships. When I spoke with the service departments at both dealerships, I was told that the airbags on my vehicle may not be working. However, neither dealership would give me a a service appointment until next week. …”
NHTSA complaint #10760953, filed 2015-09, 43,594 miles“Sensor light for airbag illuminated when returning from out of town trip yesterday 04-aug-15. I first searched for recalls and found an article that 2 days ago there was a recall on select vehicles. The vehicles listed included Dodge chargers 2011-2014. I called to confirm with dealership whether or not my particular VIN was involved in the recall. I was told it was not. This worries me due to the nature of the sensor and if the air bag happens to deploy while I am driving. I could hurt myself, my family or other drivers. …”
NHTSA complaint #10746440, filed 2015-08, 61,700 miles“My airbag light came on and stayed on. I referred to the owner's manual, which stated to seek service immediately. I went to the dealership where I purchased my new vehicle. I was told oh there's a recall, we need to make you an appointment. I took my car in on the scheduled day, but the next day I was told that its a wiring issue and the airbags may not deploy. The factory warranty expired so you're responsible is what I was told by the dealership and chrysler group llc. I disagree since this could potentially be a factory defect. …”
NHTSA complaint #10606542, filed 2014-06, 39,600 milesRelated recalls
- 19V018000Jan 15, 2019DO NOT DRIVEChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger…Covers: Dodge Charger 2010–2015, Jeep Wrangler 2010–2016, Chrysler 300 2010–2015 +5 more
- 18V021000Jan 9, 2018DO NOT DRIVEChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota…Covers: Dodge Charger 2009–2013, Chrysler 300 2009–2013, Dodge Challenger 2009–2013 +9 more
Related service bulletins
- 11014849Feb 5, 2025Air bag - side curtain
- 10221060Dec 10, 2014845RE Harsh 2-1 Downshift This bulletin involves replacing the transmission valve body. A small number of customers may experience a bump sensation during a 2-1 downshift. This…
- 10221022Sep 17, 2014Flash: Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with new software. The following…
Air bags: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 4% |
| 2022 | 4 | 25% |
| 2021 | 16 | 46% |
| 2020 | 36 | 62% |
| 2019 | 49 | 41% |
| 2018 | 5 | 4% |
| 2017 | 5 | 4% |
| 2016 | 9 | 5% |
| 2015 | 12 | 9% |
| 2014 | 28 | 8% |
| 2013 | 41 | 11% |
| 2012 | 111 | 17% |
| 2011 | 52 | 7% |
| 2010 | 59 | 25% |
| 2009 | 45 | 26% |
| 2008 | 124 | 20% |
| 2007 | 77 | 14% |
| 2006 | 103 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2013 Dodge Charger
167 complaintsEngine
50 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
48 complaintsOther or unknown
30 complaintsSteering
30 complaintsVehicle speed control
24 complaintsElectronic stability control
18 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsSeat belts
14 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsSuspension
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Dodge Charger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 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