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2009 Dodge Charger Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA has 29 owner complaints about suspension problems in the 2009 Dodge Charger, 17% of all 174 complaints for this model year. That is #2 highest suspension complaint count among 19 Charger model years. These complaints report 2 crashes and 3 injuries. Median mileage at failure: 65,000 miles.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
29
17% of 174
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
3
Median mileage
65,000 mi
Related recalls
2

When 2009 Dodge Charger suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 24, 2010, latest Apr 16, 2021.

2009 Dodge Charger suspension, wheels & tires complaints: complaints filed per month2Feb 2010Jun 2011Jul 2012Jun 2013Nov 2014Sep 2016Aug 2020
29 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2010 to Apr 2021; peak May 2012 (2).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2009 Dodge Charger

  1. NHTSA 09V420000Oct 29, 2009Suspension, Wheels & Tires12,656 vehicles

    Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

    Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2010 passenger vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive. These vehicles may have been built without a front wheel spindle nut.

    Risk: While driving, a tire and wheel separation could occur increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tire and wheel assembly and if found without a spindle nut it will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on november 2, 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.

  2. NHTSA 08V642000Dec 5, 2008Suspension, Wheels & Tires175 vehicles

    Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems

    Chrysler is recalling 175 my 2009 dodge charger, challenger, and chrysler 300 vehicles. The tire pressure monitor (tpm) sensors may not transmit the actual tire pressure. This could result in the driver not being aware of low tire pressure.

    Risk: Operation of the vehicle with low tire pressure could result in tire damage and cause a crash without warning.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the tpm sensors. The recall is expected to begin on february 9, 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Charger model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 200643 (3%)
  2. 200724 (4%)
  3. 200820 (3%)
  4. 200929 (17%)
  5. 201016 (7%)
  6. 201120 (3%)
  7. 201217 (3%)
  8. 201310 (3%)
  9. 201423 (7%)
  10. 20153 (2%)
  11. 201610 (5%)
  12. 20173 (2%)
  13. 201810 (8%)
  14. 20198 (7%)
  15. 20202 (4%)
  16. 20213 (9%)
  17. 20223 (19%)
  18. 20231 (4%)
  19. 20240 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Dodge Charger have suspension problems?
NHTSA has 29 owner complaints about the suspension in the 2009 Dodge Charger, 17% of all complaints for this model year, including 2 that report a crash. Median mileage at failure is 65,000 miles.
Which Dodge Charger year has the most suspension complaints?
The 2006 Dodge Charger has the most suspension complaints (43), compared with 29 for the 2009.
Is there a suspension recall for the 2009 Dodge Charger?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2009 Dodge Charger concern the suspension: 09V420000 and 08V642000.

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.