How common are engine problems on the 2011 Dodge Challenger?

NHTSA lists 27 engine complaints for the 2011 model year, which is 14% of the 193 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Dodge Challenger engine?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this engine issue on the 2011 Challenger.

At what mileage do engine problems usually show up on the 2011 Challenger?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 64,500 miles.

Are the engine problems dangerous?

NHTSA data tied to this issue includes 3 fire reports, 1 crash, and 1 injury among the complaints filed.

Is the engine complaint rate worse in 2011 than other Challenger years?

The 2011 Challenger's 14% share is lower than 2010 (37%), 2013 (19%), and 2014 (28%), but higher than several later years like 2018 (9%).

2011 Dodge Challenger Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 27 engine complaints for the 2011 Dodge Challenger, 14% of its 193 total complaints for the year. Owners commonly report stalling, warning lights, and fires, with a median failure mileage of 64,500. No related recall is listed for this issue.

Engine complaints: 27; 14% of 193
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 64,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden stalling accompanied by ABS, traction control, or oil warning lights coming on beforehand.
Several owners describe a burning odor or smoke from under the hood shortly before the engine died.
Multiple complaints describe dashboard lights and gauges flickering or flashing rapidly just before the vehicle shuts off completely.
Some owners report the vehicle failing to decelerate after releasing the accelerator pedal at highway speed.
A few complaints mention the alternator whining, overheating, or smoking and then failing while driving, which caused the vehicle to stall.
One complaint describes a fire starting under the rear of the vehicle while driving at 65 mph.

When 2011 Dodge Challenger engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 31, 2012, latest Jul 20, 2026.

27 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2012 to Jul 2026; peak Aug 2014 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2011 Dodge Challenger

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Challenger model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010112 (37%)
201127 (14%)
201231 (12%)
201334 (19%)
201441 (28%)
201530 (24%)
201614 (18%)
20179 (18%)
20187 (9%)
201910 (17%)
20206 (30%)
20214 (21%)
20221 (11%)
20236 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems on the 2011 Dodge Challenger?: NHTSA lists 27 engine complaints for the 2011 model year, which is 14% of the 193 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Dodge Challenger engine?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this engine issue on the 2011 Challenger.
At what mileage do engine problems usually show up on the 2011 Challenger?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 64,500 miles.
Are the engine problems dangerous?: NHTSA data tied to this issue includes 3 fire reports, 1 crash, and 1 injury among the complaints filed.
Is the engine complaint rate worse in 2011 than other Challenger years?: The 2011 Challenger's 14% share is lower than 2010 (37%), 2013 (19%), and 2014 (28%), but higher than several later years like 2018 (9%).