2013 Dodge Challenger
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Dodge Challenger is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 340 on record.
2013 Dodge Challenger at a glance
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2013 Dodge Challenger recalls 5
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 is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery positive cable at the starter motor may experience an electrical short circuit to ground.
Fix: Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact their dealers. Chrysler Group further advises affected owners not to park their vehicles in, or near, any structures. Dealers will replace the under hood starter cable a…
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.
2013 Dodge Challenger common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 179 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2013 Dodge Challenger safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2013 Dodge Challenger MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2013 Dodge Challenger worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2013 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 ($20,916) with the same model 4 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.
2013 Dodge Challenger trims & engines on record
2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles on record
2013 Dodge Challenger Base2C3CDYAG9DH607919
2013 Dodge Challenger Base2C3CDYAG4DH530716
2013 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT0DH552143
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG3DH627891
2013 Dodge Challenger SRT82C3CDYCJ1DH552195
2013 Dodge Challenger SRT82C3CDYCJ0DH605808
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG6DH723773
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG0DH718729
2013 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBTXDH742063
2013 Dodge Challenger SRT82C3CDYCJ3DH541599
2013 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBTXDH605057
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG2DH670909
2013 Dodge Challenger SRT82C3CDYCJ1DH632841
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG8DH652267
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAGXDH581914
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG6DH653417
2013 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT6DH631445
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG7DH684000
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG3DH631472
2013 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBTXDH733721
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG7DH708926
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG7DH607272
2013 Dodge Challenger SXT2C3CDYAG4DH665792
2013 Dodge Challenger R/T2C3CDYBT3DH695295
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2013 Dodge Challenger — frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Dodge Challenger have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Dodge Challenger?
Based on 179 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system.
What is the 2013 Dodge Challenger safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2013 Dodge Challenger an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Dodge Challenger get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Dodge Challenger at about 19 mpg combined (16 city / 25 highway).
How much is a 2013 Dodge Challenger worth?
Comparable 2013 Dodge Challenger listings run roughly $16,000–$26,100, typically around $20,916 (from 333 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.