Dodge Faults 🚗 Common Problems, Reliability Issues and Complaints

Welcome to your trusted source for insights into Dodge vehicle reliability. Our site compiles structured data from real consumer complaints to highlight common issues across various Dodge models. Whether you're researching before buying or troubleshooting your current ride, our detailed problem summaries help you make informed decisions. Explore model-specific concerns and learn how others have dealt with similar challenges.

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Best Choice #1

2019 Dodge Caravan

Practical minivan with a strong V6 engine, seating for seven, and Stow ‘n Go storage. It’s a reliable, budget-friendly choice for families, though some report minor electrical issues.

Total Complaints:

3 issues
Worst Choice #1

2019 Dodge Ram 1500

Full-size pickup known for its smooth ride, powerful V6 and V8 engine options, and impressive towing capacity. With a redesigned interior, advanced tech, and strong capability, it's built for both comfort and hard work.

Total Complaints:

1197 issues
Best Choice #2

2022 Dodge Challenger

Retro-styled muscle car offering powerful V6 and V8 engine options, rear- or all-wheel drive, and modern tech. It blends classic design with performance, making it a bold choice for enthusiasts and everyday drivers alike.

Total Complaints:

4 issues
Worst Choice #2

2016 Dodge Grand Caravan

Practical minivan known for its affordable price and versatile Stow 'n Go seating, which allows for easy conversion from passenger to cargo hauling. It's powered by a 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine.

Total Complaints:

898 issues
Best Choice #3

2023 Dodge Charger

Bold, full-size sedan with powerful V6 and V8 engines, aggressive styling, and modern tech—blending muscle car performance with everyday practicality.

Total Complaints:

4 issues
Worst Choice #3

2016 Dodge Journey

Affordable mid-size crossover SUV offering flexible five or seven-passenger seating, including an available third row. It comes with either a 2.4L four-cylinder or 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine, with optional all-wheel drive.

Total Complaints:

469 issues

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What are the most common Dodge breakdowns?

Dodge has earned a reputation for bold design and cutting-edge engineering, blending muscle-car heritage with today’s advanced technologies. Yet even these robust, high-performance vehicles can develop specific issues that vary by model and production year.

Our website curates and analyzes an extensive database of real-world complaints from Dodge owners. Each entry is neatly organized by model year and the exact module at fault, giving you a clear picture of overall reliability and potential weak spots.

Below you’ll find the TOP 10 most common Dodge problems, the models they affect, and proven troubleshooting steps. For deeper details, explore the page dedicated to your vehicle.

Common Problems and Reliability

1. Transmission Control Module (TCM/PCM) faults:

Models Affected: Dodge Charger (2006–2017), Challenger, Durango, Ram 1500 (2013–2018).
- Symptoms: Harsh shifting, gear slippage, transmission shudder, unintended downshifts, rollaway risk (rotary dial shifter).
- Causes: Software glitches in transmission control logic, faulty o‑rings allowing moisture ingress, mechanical sensor wear.
- Solutions: Official software updates resolve many; o‑ring/transmission fluid swap to ATF+4; mechanical repairs or module replacement if needed.
2. Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failures:

Models Affected: Ram 1500 (2009–2017), Challenger, Charger, Caravan.
- Symptoms: Random stalling, no-start, erratic electrical systems (horn, doors, radio, ABS, airbags).
- Causes: Internal circuit failure in TIPM.
- Solutions: Re-flash or replace relays; full TIPM replacement typically required.
3. Peeling door-panel trim:

Models Affected: Dodge Charger 7th gen (2015–2019), particularly 2016–2017.
- Symptoms: Upper door trim separates and warps at ~50,000 mi.
- Causes: Poor adhesive bond in production.
- Solutions: Trim re‑gluing, custom stapling by upholsterers, or replacement panels.
4. Infotainment screen delamination / Uconnect failures:

Models Affected: Charger (2017–2018), Challenger (2008–2021), Ram trucks.
- Symptoms: Bubbled/hazy screens, ghost-touch, freezing audio, Bluetooth/mic issues.
- Causes: Poor screen adhesive; module wiring faults.
- Solutions: Digitizer replacement, full screen swap, Uconnect updates or hardware replacement.
5. Engine misfires & timing-chain issues (5.7 HEMI):

Models Affected: Charger, Challenger (2011–2016+), Ram 1500.
- Symptoms: Check-engine light, rough idle, catastrophic failure if MDS timing chain breaks.
- Causes: Multi-Displacement System interaction with weak timing-chain components.
- Solutions: Recall-driven programming updates (2009–2012); full replacement of chain, tensioner, guides.
6. Coolant leaks & cylinder-head/cam problems:

Models Affected: Ram 1500 (2011, Ecodiesel 2017), Dodge Journey.
- Symptoms: Coolant loss, overheating, cracked head, engine seizure, check-engine light (P26AB).
- Causes: Faulty water pump gasket, corroded coolant bypass lines.
- Solutions: Head gasket/water‑pump seal replacements; replace coolant-valve, repair PCM wiring/grounds.
7. Fuel system (high-pressure fuel pump) failures:

Models Affected: 2022–2023 Ram 1500 (gas & diesel), earlier models.
- Symptoms: Engine stall/shutoff, no‑restart, metal shavings contamination.
- Causes: HPFP mechanical breakdown or debris ingestion.
- Solutions: Multiple recalls (NHTSA Campaigns 22V-767, 23V-263); dealer replaces HPFP and related parts.
8. ABS pump/control-module malfunctions:

Models Affected: Charger, Challenger, Caravan, Journey, Durango, Ram 1500–3500 (various years).
- Symptoms: ABS or traction lights on, brake assistance loss, speedometer faults.
- Causes: Module/pump wear, software bugs in ESC/ABS firmware.
- Solutions: Software updates; ABS module or pump replacement.
9. Airbag and inflator defects:

Models Affected: Charger, various Dodge models (2010–2014).
- Symptoms: Airbags fail to deploy; inflators can rupture with moisture corrosion; mandatory recalls.
- Causes: Corroded propellant material, faulty sensor wiring.
- Solutions: Dealer-performed inflator/module replacements under recall.
10. Backup-camera/TPMS/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software faults:

Models Affected: Journey (2018), Charger/Challenger/Durango (2022 onward), Ram 2500/3500.
- Symptoms: Backup camera blank/erratic; TPMS sensors die prematurely; ESC/ABS deactivate unexpectedly.
- Causes: Software glitches, low‑quality TPMS batteries.
- Solutions: Firmware updates, TPMS sensor replacement, ESC module reflash.

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