2012 Dodge Challenger
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Dodge Challenger is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 209 on record.
2012 Dodge Challenger at a glance
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2012 Dodge Challenger recalls 6
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chr…
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall …
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." A…
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Ch…
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 200…
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on…
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured April 11, 2011, through December 14, 2011. The affected vehicles may have improperly sized terminal crimps on the seat side-airbag wiring harness which may cause the seat side-airbags to malfunction and illuminate the airbag warning light.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both driver and passenger seat airbag wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N07.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2012 Dodge Challenger common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 253 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2012 Dodge Challenger safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2012 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2012 Dodge Challenger MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2012 Dodge Challenger worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 Dodge Challenger costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($21,258) with the same model 3 model-years older ($17,737), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2012 Dodge Challenger trims & engines on record
2012 Dodge Challenger vehicles on record
2012 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG7CH158254
2012 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG6CH258118
2012 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT0CH225997
2012 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT6CH174022
2012 Dodge Challenger SRT8 3922C3CDYCJ5CH130350
2012 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG1CH101631
2012 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT1CH291166
2012 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT7CH259581
2012 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT2CH162157
2012 Dodge Challenger SRT8 3922C3CDYCJ3CH193804
2012 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT1CH155359
2012 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT6CH233988
2012 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT1CH293984
2012 Dodge Challenger SRT8 3922C3CDYCJ6CH118773
2012 Dodge Challenger SRT8 3922C3CDYCJ9CH227857
2012 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG1CH168276
2012 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG9CH110996
2012 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT1CH183548
2012 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG2CH124593
2012 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG8CH167707
2012 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG7CH259195
2012 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG7CH105537
2012 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG5CH157636
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2012 Dodge Challenger — frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Dodge Challenger have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2012 Dodge Challenger. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Dodge Challenger?
Based on 253 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, power train.
What is the 2012 Dodge Challenger safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2012 Dodge Challenger crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Dodge Challenger get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2012 Dodge Challenger at about 19 mpg combined (16 city / 25 highway).
How much is a 2012 Dodge Challenger worth?
Comparable 2012 Dodge Challenger listings run roughly $14,400–$33,000, typically around $21,258 (from 204 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.