2025 Dodge Charger EV Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
100/100
#1 most-complained of 2 Charger EV years
The 2025 Dodge Charger EV has 38 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls, with a Complaint Index of 100, ranking worst (1st) among the 2 model years with data. Electrical System problems dominate, making up 68% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 38
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2025 Dodge Charger EV problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System26 (68%)
- Fuel System14 (37%)
- Transmission & Powertrain10 (26%)
- Brakes8 (21%)
- Engine8 (21%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (11%)
- Structure & Body4 (11%)
- Airbags2 (5%)
- Steering2 (5%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (5%)
What owners report
- Vehicles enter a reduced-power "turtle mode" with multiple warning lights, sometimes cutting acceleration response mid-drive.
- Owners report sudden no-start conditions after charging, accompanied by service electric system and service dampening system warnings.
- Some drivers experienced sudden reduction in power or harsh slowdowns shortly after a software update, with brake regeneration disabled.
- ADAS-equipped vehicles have rolled backward uncommanded on hills after stopping, even while the driver's foot stayed off the pedals.
- Door and hatchback sensors have failed shortly after purchase, preventing doors from opening.
- Recurring electrical warnings, including service transmission and shutdown alerts, have caused vehicles to be towed multiple times.
2025 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.
2025 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 2025 Dodge Charger EV reliable?
- Among the 2 model years with data, 2025 has the higher Complaint Index (100) and ranks worst (1st), with 38 complaints logged so far, mostly tied to the Electrical System.
- What problems does the 2025 Dodge Charger EV have?
- NHTSA complaints point to Electrical System issues (68% of complaints), Fuel System issues (37%), and Transmission & Powertrain issues (26%), including reports of limp mode and no-start conditions.
- Does the 2025 Dodge Charger EV have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls: one for instrument panel display software failure, one for a park function loss from an incorrectly installed spring, and one for missing pedestrian warning sound software. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- At what mileage do 2025 Charger EV problems tend to show up?
- The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints is 400 miles, for Brakes and Collision Avoidance complaints it is 500 miles, and for Transmission & Powertrain it is 5,989 miles.
- How does 2025 compare to the 2024 Dodge Charger EV?
- The 2024 model year has 23 complaints and a Complaint Index of 0, compared to 38 complaints and a Complaint Index of 100 for 2025, both with 3 recalls each.