2015 Dodge Challenger power train problems
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2015 Dodge Challenger — 23% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle's engine has suffered a catastrophic internal failure at approximately 56,000 miles. The engine is the 6.4-liter HEMI V8. The issue began with a loud ticking noise from the engine. I brought the vehicle to Stoneridge Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Pleasanton for diagnosis. At that visit, the…”
filed Apr 7, 2026
“One day after driving home from work there was a message that says low battery voltage on the instrument panel, then it went away. No other warning lights or problems. Ten more miles down the road the message says battery saver mode, reduced functions and then the car started to smoke, I am freaked…”
filed Feb 3, 2025
“42,000 miles drive shaft failure. Dealer stated drive shaft is ready to fall off. Completely stock vehicle, 1 owner.”
filed Apr 6, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV, 8HP75-LCV, 8HP90, 8HP95. Transmissions may…
S2621000003 REV.A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 9, 2026
Power Train problems in other Challenger years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Challenger | 3 | 16% |
| 2020 Challenger | 3 | 15% |
| 2019 Challenger | 7 | 12% |
| 2018 Challenger | 8 | 11% |
| 2017 Challenger | 5 | 10% |
| 2016 Challenger | 16 | 21% |
| 2014 Challenger | 12 | 8% |
| 2013 Challenger | 16 | 9% |
| 2012 Challenger | 17 | 7% |
| 2011 Challenger | 8 | 4% |
| 2010 Challenger | 36 | 12% |
| 2009 Challenger | 27 | 20% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2015 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.