2024 Dodge Charger EV Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
0/100
#2 most-complained of 2 Charger EV years
The 2024 Dodge Charger EV has 23 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and a complaint index of 0, ranking 2nd of 2 model years. The Electrical System accounts for 74% of complaints and one reported fire, with a median failure mileage of 4,246 for that system.
- Complaints
- 23
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2024 Dodge Charger EV problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System17 (74%)
- Engine8 (35%)
- Brakes4 (17%)
- Other4 (17%)
- Transmission & Powertrain4 (17%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (9%)
- Fuel System2 (9%)
- Structure & Body2 (9%)
- Airbags1 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (4%)
What owners report
- Vehicle suddenly drops into limp mode while driving, cutting propulsion to around 30 mph and displaying warnings to stop safely or shut down the electrical system.
- Owners report the car becomes completely unresponsive or 'bricked,' requiring towing, with dash warnings about the electrical system before failure.
- Some drivers describe uncommanded acceleration or the car continuing to speed up even after taking their foot off the pedal, requiring hard braking to stop.
- Gear shifter and 'Service Transmission' or 'Service Shifter' messages appear, with the vehicle stuck between park and drive or losing gear-lever lights.
- One vehicle caught fire after being jumped and left plugged into a Level 2 EV charger following a 'check charging system' dash message.
- Seats have been reported to move backward unexpectedly, pinning rear passengers while entering or exiting the vehicle.
2024 Dodge Charger EV recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V262000Apr 23, 2026Electrical System20,271 vehicles
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger electric vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles," 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System," and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 39D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V574000Sep 4, 2025Transmission & Powertrain75 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:internal:park pawl
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Dodge Charger and Jeep Wagoneer S electric vehicles. An incorrectly installed spring may cause the loss of the park function when the vehicleâs gear selector is placed in the park (P) position, which can result in a vehicle rollaway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electric drive module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 63C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025.
- NHTSA 25V389000Jun 12, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras8,390 vehicles
Back over prevention:warnings:external/pedestrian alert
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Dodge Charger vehicles. The amplifier may be missing software, which can prevent the amplifier from emitting exterior sound, including pedestrian warnings. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles."
Risk: A vehicle that does not emit sound may fail to alert pedestrians of a moving vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and update the amplifier software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 44C.
2024 compared with other Charger EV years
| Year | Verdict | Index | Complaints | Recalls | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | No verdict | 0 | 23 | 3 | — |
| 2025 | No verdict | 100 | 38 | 3 | — |
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Dodge Charger EV reliable?
- NHTSA lists 23 complaints and 3 recalls for the 2024 Charger EV, with the Electrical System making up 74% of complaints. Among the 2 model years with data, it ranks 2nd worst, though its complaint index is 0.
- What are the most common complaints for the 2024 Dodge Charger EV?
- Electrical System issues dominate at 74% of complaints, followed by Engine at 35%, and Brakes and Transmission & Powertrain each at 17%.
- Does the 2024 Dodge Charger EV have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls: one for an instrument panel display software error, one for a spring causing loss of park function, and one for missing amplifier software affecting exterior pedestrian warning sounds.
- How does the 2024 Charger EV compare to the 2025 model year?
- The 2024 model has 23 complaints and a complaint index of 0, while the 2025 model has 38 complaints and a complaint index of 100, making the 2025 year rank worse on complaint volume relative to the 2024 model.
- At what mileage do 2024 Charger EV electrical problems occur?
- For Electrical System complaints, the median mileage at failure is 4,246 miles, and across all reported failures the overall median mileage at failure is 8,923 miles.