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2013 Dodge Charger repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (39%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 70 repairs.
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2013 Dodge Charger engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (5%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (75%)

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Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Dodge Charger 4dr Sedan

370-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

81000 mi

US $689
Leak near bottom of radiator observed as well as spiking of coolant temp. Shop diagnosed as coolant leak from cracked radiator tank, radiator replaced. 
27000 mi

US $109
This was a recall to replace the timing chain and guide. 
44700 mi Car was running hot and smelled of coolant. Coolant was boiling. Temperature sensor was found to be bad and replaced. 
4600 mi Muffler clamp replaced after heard what sounded like an exhaust leak. Noise gone, but still occasionally smell fumes. 
6000 mi Lifter noise 
9000 mi Dealer tried to isolate and confirm engine noise. 
11000 mi Vehicle to be examined by FCA rep. Vehicle now falls under Lemon Law statutes. 
Fuel leak from filler tube. No parts available to repair. 
13000 mi

US $300
Diagnosis 
15000 mi Fuel filler Detonation problem 
19000 mi PCV valve replaced. Knock sensors checked and retorqued. 
23000 mi PCM Flash 
29000 mi Strong coolant smell 
30000 mi Water pump replaced 
34000 mi CEL, emissions system fault, vapor pump. 
35000 mi

US $25
Dealership used incorrect procedure to refill engine lube oil, resulting in oil-soaked air filter and oil in airbox and air duct. 
15300 mi Water pump was failing. Replaced under warranty. 
55200 mi

US $300
Engine sensor that monitors oil pressure & fuel economy... 

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2013 Dodge Charger 4dr Sedan

300-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

18000 mi

US $350
EGR valve was not functioning and tripped CEL. Parts and labor were not covered under warranty. 

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2013 Dodge Charger 4dr Sedan

292-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed automatic AWD

2000 mi Check engine light about a day after filling car. Dealer first tried replacing an emissions sensor. This repair failed to prevent the light from returning. Fixed with replacement of tank filler hose. Problem likely caused by bad seal in hose 

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2013 Dodge Charger 4dr Sedan

292-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

5000 mi Heard noise from engine. Took to local dealer. Dealership found bad waterpump, wouldn't repair until failure occurred. Called Dodge, they authorized repair. Repair botched, switched dealership, new shop repaired again. 

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2013 Dodge Charger Engine Problems

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