2008 Dodge Charger
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Dodge Charger is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 426 on record.
2008 Dodge Charger at a glance
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2008 Dodge Charger recalls 5
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 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Magnum vehicles manufactured May 23, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 24, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured April 3, 2007, to May 12, 2008, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured March 21, 2007, to May 12, 2008. In t…
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P57.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage drive…
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for C…
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 20,283 MY 2006-2009 CHARGER AND MAGNUM VEHICLES BUILT WITH THE POLICE PACKAGE AND EQUIPPED WITH A COLUMN SHIFTER. THE GEARSHIFT CABLE MAY BECOME DISENGAGED FROM THE STEERING COLUMN MOUNTING BRACKET AND CAUSE AN INCORRECT TRANSMISSION GEARSHIFT POSITION DISPLAY.
Fix: DEALERS WILL ADD A REDUNDANT LOCKING MECHANISM TO THE GEARSHIFT CABLE AT THE MOUNTING BRACKET TO ENSURE PROPER RETENTION AND SHIFT LINKAGE FUNCTION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 5,509 MY 2008 300, DODGE MAGNUM, AND CHARGER VEHICLES. THE TORQUE RETENTION CRIMP FEATURE WAS MISSED DURING THE MANUFACTURE OF ONE LOT OF REAR AXLE HUB NUTS. THIS COULD CAUSE THE NUTS TO LOOSEN AND ALLOW THE HALFSHAFT TO DISENGAGE FROM THE WHEEL HUB.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR AXLE HUB NUTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 21, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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.
2008 Dodge Charger safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Dodge Charger 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2008 Dodge Charger MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2008 Dodge Charger worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2008 Dodge Charger 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. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2008 Dodge Charger trims & engines on record
2008 Dodge Charger vehicles on record
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R08H198143
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R28H257354
2008 Dodge Charger RT2B3LA53H18H265673
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43G28H198272
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R08H161870
2008 Dodge Charger SXT2B3KA33G18H179335
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R88H195099
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43G58H198816
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3LA43R08H313697
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R28H184874
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R58H195996
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43G08H263345
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43G58H283641
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R98H100730
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R98H214341
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43G58H219633
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R68H276120
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R48H110694
2008 Dodge Charger RT2B3KK53HX8H137392
2008 Dodge Charger RT2B3KA53H48H288246
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R68H117503
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R78H277597
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43R28H174328
2008 Dodge Charger Base2B3KA43G58H334331
Other Dodge Charger model years
2008 Dodge Charger — frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Dodge Charger have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2008 Dodge Charger. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What is the 2008 Dodge Charger safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2008 Dodge Charger crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 4★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2008 Dodge Charger get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Dodge Charger at about 19 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway).
How much is a 2008 Dodge Charger worth?
Comparable 2008 Dodge Charger listings run roughly $3,500–$10,200, typically around $7,004 (from 424 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.