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2022 Dodge Challenger Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Best

Complaint Index

0/100

#14 most-complained of 14 Challenger years

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

The 2022 Dodge Challenger ranks 14th of 14 model years by complaint volume, meaning it has the fewest reported problems and earns a "Best" verdict. NHTSA lists 9 complaints, 2 recalls, and a complaint index of 0 for this year.

Complaints
9
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
17.5
14.5 city / 23 hwy

Top 2022 Dodge Challenger problems

NHTSA owner 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%)

What owners report

  • Owners report a whining belt noise from the engine when coming to a stop at intersections or drive-throughs.
  • The driver's seat belt reportedly fails to retract quickly on exit and can flop outside the car and get caught in the door.
  • Some owners describe a whining noise from the rear axle between 45 mph and 65 mph, with service staff reportedly unable to identify a fix.
  • Sideview mirrors are reported to scratch easily even with careful cleaning, with scratches worsening over time and starting to obstruct visibility.
  • One owner reports a tire that loses air every 2-3 days despite a dealer inspection, a patch, and a tire pressure sensor replacement.
2022 Dodge Challenger complaints: complaints filed per month3Jun 2023Feb 2024Jan 2025Nov 2025Jan 2026Jun 2026
11 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)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Best820117.5
2021Best1519217.5
2022Best09217.5
2023Best2342217

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 Challenger ranks 14th out of 14 model years, the best result in the lineup, with a complaint index of 0.
What problems does the 2022 Dodge Challenger have?
NHTSA lists 9 complaints for the 2022 Challenger, with Seat Belts as the top problem area at 22% of complaints, followed by single reports each in Airbags, Brakes, Electrical System, Engine, Fuel System, Suspension, and Transmission & Powertrain.
Does the 2022 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?
Yes, there are 2 recalls, both involving the Tire Pressure Monitoring System sensor battery failing prematurely; neither is a do-not-drive recall.
What year Dodge Challenger should I avoid?
Among Challenger model years, 2010, 2012, 2013, and 2014 carry "Avoid" verdicts with complaint indexes of 100, 92, 77, and 85 respectively, while 2022 is rated "Best" with an index of 0.
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 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.