YearToAvoid

2022 Dodge Challenger Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Best The 2022 Dodge Challenger has 9 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 7, and ranks 15th of 16 model years, earning a Best verdict. It has 2 recalls, both for TPMS sensor batteries in the suspension/wheels/tires area.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
7/100
#15 of 16 Challenger years
Verdict
Best
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
9
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
2
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
1
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Top issue
Seat Belts
Best nearby year
2021
rated Best
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
17.5
14.5 city / 23 hwy
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Top 2022 Dodge Challenger problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Seat Belts2 (22%)
  2. Airbags1 (11%)
  3. Brakes1 (11%)
  4. Electrical System1 (11%)
  5. Engine1 (11%)
  6. Fuel System1 (11%)
  7. Other1 (11%)
  8. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (11%)
  9. Transmission & Powertrain1 (11%)
  10. Visibility & Wipers1 (11%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Engine emits a whining belt noise when coming to a stop at intersections, drive-through windows, or garages.
  • The driver's seat belt fails to retract quickly on exit and sometimes flops outside the car, getting caught in the door.
  • Side mirrors develop scratches over time that worsen and begin to obstruct visibility, despite gentle cleaning.
  • Rear axle produces a whine noise between 45 mph and 65 mph, with owners noting no fix from dealers and concern about ring-and-pinion wear.
  • Tire pressure warning light repeatedly triggers, with a rear wheel losing air every 2-3 days despite dealer inspection and sensor replacement.
2022 Dodge Challenger complaints: complaints filed per month3Jun 2023Feb 2024Jan 2025Nov 2025Jan 2026Jun 2026
9 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2023 to Jun 2026; peak Jun 2023 (3).

2022 Dodge Challenger recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 22V808000Oct 27, 2022Suspension, Wheels & Tires44,212 vehicles

    Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

    Risk: Inoperative TPMS sensors will not alert the driver to low tire pressure. In addition, a TPMS warning light that is already illuminated from a failed battery sensor will mask an actual tire pressure failure issue. Either of these scenarios can result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the TPMS sensors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB5. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-504.

  2. NHTSA 22V504000Jul 14, 2022Suspension, Wheels & Tires52,340 vehicles

    Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

    Risk: Inoperative TPMS sensors will not alert the driver to low tire pressure. In addition, a TPMS warning light that is already illuminated from a failed battery sensor will mask an actual tire pressure failure issue. Either of these scenarios can result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the TPMS sensors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z68.

2022 Dodge Challenger fuel economy and fuel cost

City
14.5 MPG
Highway
23 MPG
Combined
17.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,575
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2022 compared with other Challenger years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Best1320117.5
2021Best2019217.5
2022Best79217.5
2023Good2742217

All Dodge Challenger years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Dodge Challenger reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 Dodge Challenger has a complaint index of 7 and ranks 15th out of 16 model years, earning a Best verdict relative to other Challenger years.
What problems does the 2022 Dodge Challenger have?
NHTSA lists 9 complaints for the 2022 model, with Seat Belts as the top problem area at 22% of complaints, followed by single complaints each in Airbags, Brakes, Electrical System, Engine, Fuel System, Suspension, and Transmission.
Does the 2022 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?
Yes, it has 2 recalls, both involving the TPMS sensor battery failing prematurely, affecting the Suspension, Wheels & Tires system. Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
How does the 2022 Challenger compare to other years?
The 2022 model's complaint index of 7 is far lower than years like 2010 (index 100, Avoid) or 2012 (index 93, Avoid), placing 2022 among the best-performing Challenger years.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Dodge Challenger?
EPA rates the 2022 Challenger at 17.5 mpg combined (14.5 city, 23 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,575.

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.