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2015 Dodge Challenger Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 30 engine complaints for the 2015 Dodge Challenger, 24% of its 126 total complaints for the year. Reported issues include random stalling, electronic throttle body faults, and one engine fire, with a median failure mileage of 20,000 miles. No engine recalls are tied to this specific set.

Engine complaints
30
24% of 126
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
1
Median mileage
20,000 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

  • Owners report sudden stalling at various speeds, sometimes displaying a message to stop and select the appropriate gear.
  • Several describe the electronic throttle body triggering warning lights, causing deceleration or stalling while driving.
  • Some vehicles reportedly needed transmission and valve body replacement after repeated stalling episodes without dealers finding a cause.
  • One owner reported a groaning and squeaking noise from the engine linked to a defective water pump.
  • One owner reported an engine fire in the garage hours after driving, with no clear cause identified.
  • An oil pressure sensor issue was reported on the 392 SRT engine, causing sudden pressure drops while driving.

When 2015 Dodge Challenger engine complaints were filed

First complaint May 13, 2015, latest Apr 7, 2026.

2015 Dodge Challenger engine complaints: complaints filed per month2May 2015Jan 2016Jul 2016Mar 2018Jun 2019Oct 2020Feb 2025
30 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2015 to Apr 2026; peak Jul 2017 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2015 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.

  1. 2010112 (37%)
  2. 201127 (14%)
  3. 201231 (12%)
  4. 201334 (19%)
  5. 201441 (28%)
  6. 201530 (24%)
  7. 201614 (18%)
  8. 20179 (18%)
  9. 20187 (9%)
  10. 201910 (17%)
  11. 20206 (30%)
  12. 20214 (21%)
  13. 20221 (11%)
  14. 20236 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2015 Dodge Challenger have?
NHTSA lists 30 engine complaints for the 2015 Challenger, which is 24% of the 126 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an engine recall for the 2015 Dodge Challenger?
The data provided lists no related recalls tied to this engine complaint set, though one owner referenced an unrelated NHTSA campaign for engine and cooling/fuel system work.
At what mileage do 2015 Challenger engine problems usually show up?
The median mileage at failure among reported engine complaints is 20,000 miles.
What are the most common engine problems reported on the 2015 Challenger?
Owners most often report stalling at various speeds and electronic throttle body warning lights, with some cases involving transmission-related repairs.
Were there any fires or crashes linked to engine complaints?
Among the 30 engine complaints, NHTSA data shows 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury reported for the 2015 Challenger overall.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.