2025 Dodge Charger EV problems & reliability
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Dodge Charger EV, alongside 3 safety recall campaigns. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
1 complaint report injuries (1 injured).
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 19 | 66% |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 31% |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 24% |
| Power Train | 6 | 21% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 17% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 14% |
| Air Bags | 2 | 7% |
| Engine | 2 | 7% |
| Steering | 2 | 7% |
| Structure | 2 | 7% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
All 16 reported components →What owners report
“battery pack control module, telematic box module, brake system control module, driver and passenger door latch module, ADAS camera module. I was driving on the freeway and all of a sudden, I lost all power (limp mode), a turtle light came on the dash then alot of other lights came on. Then as I'm trying to get off…”
Forward Collision Avoidance · filed Jul 29, 2026
“1. car flashed text on dash "stop safely vehicle will shut off soon". this was when it was 'off' (vehicle was stuck not in park and it was unclear if engine was on or off, but could not shift gears or move car). I'm concerned the vehicle has electric failures and I drive a lot and with children on highways. Warnings…”
Service Brakes · filed Jul 6, 2026
“While driving on Route 130 in New Jersey on 7/6/26 at around noon I encountered a heavy rain storm. During this downpour I received warning messages about the emergency hood release being activated and that the car was entering limp mode with reduced propulsion. My car slowed to a crawl, luckily everyone was going…”
Electrical System · filed Jul 6, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Technical service bulletins
37 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Dodge Charger EV. The 10 most recent:
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION NORTH AMERICA Powertrain Modules Software Update 80D The powertrain modules software on about 3,300 of the above vehicles may contain multiple software issues that could cause various…
a · Service Campaign · issued Aug 1, 2026
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION NORTH AMERICA 74D Powertrain Modules Software Update The powertrain modules software on about 18,900 of the above vehicles may contain multiple software issues that could cause various…
74D Combo · Service Campaign · issued Aug 1, 2026
Panel - quarter trim & panel - close out
113769 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 30, 2026
"Keyfob WL/WS/LB Key fobs unable to be programmed at dealers. Please check current stock and verify a Blue ""OK"" mark on part label. If not present send part back to Mopar under RMA 8925-792 and replace with clean…
9100549REV1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 17, 2025
"DXR USB Update to v1.4.160 For MIM Radio Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ●…
08-192-25 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 13, 2025
Upon Start-Up Vehicle Would Not Go into Gear and Vehicle Would not Shut Off After it Started
S2508000050 REV.A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 13, 2025
Service Collision Avoidance System Message Displayed on The Cluster
S2508000019 REV.A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 13, 2025
"Easy Entry Seat Inoperative Customers may experience the following: ● One or both rear seats Easy Entry feature is inoperative. This bulletin involves connecting the Easy Entry cable connector and securing that…
08-187-25 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 12, 2025
"Gear Assy - Steering Rack Dealers are replacing EPS gear for C2217 overlooking the TSB: 08-098-25. Message to review the DTC before replacing the EPS gear. If DTC C2217-00 appears or if replacing the gear, please…
9100612 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 12, 2025
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on, Wheel End Disconnect (WED) Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
S2508000051 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 12, 2025
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
The 2025 Dodge Charger EV has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns — recall repairs are free at franchised dealers regardless of the vehicle’s age.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 2025 Dodge Charger EV?
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