How common are transmission problems in the 2014 Dodge Charger?

NHTSA lists 60 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Charger, which is 17% of all 343 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2014 Dodge Charger?

Yes. Recall 16V240000 addresses a software issue that could let the vehicle roll away when placed in park, and recall 17V097000 covers front driveshaft bolts on AWD models that could loosen and disconnect.

At what mileage do 2014 Charger transmission problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 45,390 miles.

Have transmission issues caused crashes or injuries in the 2014 Charger?

NHTSA data shows 9 crashes and 4 injuries linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2014 Charger, with no fires reported.

2014 Dodge Charger Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 60 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Dodge Charger, 17% of its 343 total complaints, with 9 crashes and 4 injuries reported. Two related recalls cover front driveshaft bolts and a rollaway software fix. Median mileage at failure was 45,390.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 60; 17% of 343
Crashes reported: 9
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 45,390 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicles in park unexpectedly roll backward or forward and strike objects like fences, walls, medians, or parked cars.
Some owners report the transmission or driveshaft detaching while driving at moderate speed, causing loss of control.
Rough or slipping shifts tied to valve body failures, sometimes requiring valve body replacement.
Check engine light appears repeatedly during gear shifts between roughly 30 and 45 mph, with a brief loss of engine power.
One owner described the transmission shifting into reverse at highway speed without driver input, causing the car to spin.
Clunking noises and body movement when shifting between park and drive were reported by some owners.

When 2014 Dodge Charger transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 9, 2014, latest Jun 24, 2025.

60 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2014 Q2 to 2025 Q2; peak 2017 Q3 (5).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2014 Dodge Charger

NHTSA 17V097000Feb 14, 2017Transmission & Powertrain69,298 vehicles
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
Risk: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
NHTSA 16V240000Apr 25, 2016Transmission & Powertrain811,290 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear.
Risk: Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of vehicle rollaway, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S27. Note: On October 19, 2016 Chrysler identified some previously repaired vehicles did not receive the complete software updates. Chrysler will renotify the affected owners, and dealers will update the software again.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Charger model year

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

2006218 (17%)
2007220 (40%)
200833 (5%)
20096 (3%)
201019 (8%)
201121 (3%)
201265 (10%)
201348 (13%)
201460 (17%)
201532 (24%)
201625 (14%)
201717 (13%)
201810 (8%)
20191 (1%)
20200 (0%)
20215 (15%)
20223 (19%)
20239 (35%)
20240 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems in the 2014 Dodge Charger?: NHTSA lists 60 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2014 Charger, which is 17% of all 343 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2014 Dodge Charger?: Yes. Recall 16V240000 addresses a software issue that could let the vehicle roll away when placed in park, and recall 17V097000 covers front driveshaft bolts on AWD models that could loosen and disconnect.
At what mileage do 2014 Charger transmission problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 45,390 miles.
Have transmission issues caused crashes or injuries in the 2014 Charger?: NHTSA data shows 9 crashes and 4 injuries linked to Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2014 Charger, with no fires reported.