2011 Dodge Challenger engine problems
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2011 Dodge Challenger — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“2011 Dodge Challenger RT (5.7L Hemi, <75,000 miles).In 2016, Safety Campaign P01 (Timing Chain and Guide) was performed on my vehicle. On May 28th, while traveling at 70 mph on the highway, the timing chain snapped entirely, leaving me stranded and causing catastrophic internal engine damage.”
filed Jul 20, 2026
“The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the timing chain snapped and fractured. All the warning lights illuminated and flashed. The vehicle was towed to a friend's residence. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…”
filed Jul 9, 2026
“The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at 80 MPH, the vehicle shut off unexpectedly. The vehicle was jump-started. The battery was replaced. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local dealer…”
filed Mar 16, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. Also…
9003357A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 22, 2023ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. Also…
9003357a · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 22, 2023ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY (with mileage above 30,000) review and follow instructions from STAR Online S1809000007 REV. C available on…
9003357 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 14, 2023
Engine problems in other Challenger years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Challenger | 4 | 10% |
| 2021 Challenger | 3 | 16% |
| 2020 Challenger | 4 | 20% |
| 2019 Challenger | 8 | 14% |
| 2018 Challenger | 5 | 7% |
| 2017 Challenger | 5 | 10% |
| 2016 Challenger | 12 | 15% |
| 2015 Challenger | 26 | 21% |
| 2014 Challenger | 36 | 25% |
| 2013 Challenger | 27 | 15% |
| 2012 Challenger | 25 | 10% |
| 2010 Challenger | 75 | 25% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Dodge Challenger
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.