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Dodge Challenger repairs by problem area

Engine (20%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (4%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (11%)

Chart based on 46 repairs.
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Dodge Challenger engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (75%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2018 Dodge Challenger 2dr Coupe

375-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD

1000 mi Ticking noise in engine. 

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2015 Dodge Challenger 2dr Coupe

485-horsepower 6.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD

31945 mi Water pump replaced 

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2013 Dodge Challenger 2dr Coupe

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

70000 mi water pump leak 

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2010 Dodge Challenger 2dr Coupe

425-horsepower 6.1L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

1500 mi Replaced TCM because of stalling issue when coming to a stop. 
7800 mi Engine misfires above 5300 rpm in cylinder #4. 

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2010 Dodge Challenger 2dr Coupe

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

23000 mi Engine began to run badly, check engine light came on at same time. It was the valve that controls oil to the lifters in the MDS system. When the MDS tried to go to 4 cyl mode, the valve stuck open, causing the car to go into limp home mode. 

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2009 Dodge Challenger 2dr Coupe

425-horsepower 6.1L V8 6-speed manual RWD

8000 mi

US $150
The ECM needed to be reprogrammed for the "push to start button" (keyless start) to work correctly. ECM software has a glitch it. Not worth the $400.00 to repair. Charged for diag. 

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2009 Dodge Challenger 2dr Coupe

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

104000 mi

US $750
Engine vibration at low rpm, replaced crank pulley Radiator failed. Replaced radiator. Also replaced engine fan, upper and lower hoses, and thermostat as a preventative measure due to age 

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Dodge Challenger Engine Problems

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