Does the 2012 Dodge Charger have a steering recall?

No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for steering on the 2012 Dodge Charger, based on the data on file.

How common are steering complaints for the 2012 Charger?

NHTSA records 53 steering complaints for the 2012 Charger, which is 8% of the 648 total complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do steering problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2012 Charger is 72,000 miles.

Are the 2012 Charger's steering problems dangerous?

NHTSA data tied to this steering complaint set includes 2 crashes, 3 fires, and 1 injury, so some incidents involved loss of vehicle control.

Is the 2012 Charger worse for steering complaints than other years?

Its 8% share is higher than most nearby years like 2010 (4%), 2016 (9%) and 2017 (6%), but lower than 2014, which had an 18% share.

2012 Dodge Charger Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 53 steering complaints for the 2012 Dodge Charger, 8% of its 648 total complaints for the year. There are no related recalls on file. Median mileage at failure was 72,000, with 2 crashes, 3 fires, and 1 injury reported.

Steering complaints: 53; 8% of 648
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 72,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report the steering wheel suddenly seizing or locking up at low speeds, in some cases causing a loss of control and a crash.
Several complaints describe the steering becoming difficult to turn or resistant at very low speeds, often paired with dashboard warning lights coming on.
A cluster of complaints links steering trouble to an electrical failure, where the instrument panel, radio, and accessories shut off along with the power steering, sometimes accompanied by a burning smell or smoke.
Some owners report a loud whining noise from the steering wheel that was suspected to be a failing steering rack, along with vibration and gear-shifting trouble.
A few complaints tie steering resistance to a stall or total power loss while driving, with the vehicle needing to be towed.

When 2012 Dodge Charger steering complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 21, 2013, latest Jun 30, 2023.

53 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2013 to Jun 2023; peak Sep 2014 (8).

Steering recalls for the 2012 Dodge Charger

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Charger model year

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

200689 (7%)
200722 (4%)
200830 (5%)
200918 (10%)
201010 (4%)
201139 (6%)
201253 (8%)
201330 (8%)
201462 (18%)
201513 (10%)
201617 (9%)
20178 (6%)
20184 (3%)
20199 (8%)
20200 (0%)
20211 (3%)
20221 (6%)
20232 (8%)
20240 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Dodge Charger have a steering recall?: No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for steering on the 2012 Dodge Charger, based on the data on file.
How common are steering complaints for the 2012 Charger?: NHTSA records 53 steering complaints for the 2012 Charger, which is 8% of the 648 total complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do steering problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2012 Charger is 72,000 miles.
Are the 2012 Charger's steering problems dangerous?: NHTSA data tied to this steering complaint set includes 2 crashes, 3 fires, and 1 injury, so some incidents involved loss of vehicle control.
Is the 2012 Charger worse for steering complaints than other years?: Its 8% share is higher than most nearby years like 2010 (4%), 2016 (9%) and 2017 (6%), but lower than 2014, which had an 18% share.