2018 Dodge Charger
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Dodge Charger is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 70 on record.
2018 Dodge Charger at a glance
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2018 Dodge Charger recalls 6
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicles equipped with a "stealth mode." When stealth mode is selected, the backup camera rearview image will not display when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update body control module software to disable stealth mode when the vehicle is shifted into "Reverse", free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this reca…
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles…
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruis…
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped wi…
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Fix: Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.
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.
2018 Dodge Charger common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 122 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2018 Dodge Charger MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2018 Dodge Charger worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2018 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. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($32,637) with the same model 5 model-years older ($17,156), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2018 Dodge Charger trims & engines on record
2018 Dodge Charger vehicles on record
2018 Dodge Charger GT2C3CDXJG6JH224431
2018 Dodge Charger R/T2C3CDXCT1JH233225
2018 Dodge Charger SXT Plus2C3CDXHGXJH125388
2018 Dodge Charger SXT2C3CDXBG0JH187083
2018 Dodge Charger GT2C3CDXJG1JH292507
2018 Dodge Charger GT2C3CDXJG4JH292503
2018 Dodge Charger GT2C3CDXJGXJH222262
2018 Dodge Charger GT2C3CDXJG6JH182178
2018 Dodge Charger GT2C3CDXJG7JH189253
2018 Dodge Charger SXT2C3CDXBGXJH273288
2018 Dodge Charger R/T2C3CDXCT8JH197730
2018 Dodge Charger SXT2C3CDXBG4JH164292
2018 Dodge Charger R/T 3922C3CDXGJ3JH314932
2018 Dodge Charger GT2C3CDXJG5JH231306
2018 Dodge Charger R/T2C3CDXCT3JH152159
2018 Dodge Charger R/T2C3CDXCT0JH147288
2018 Dodge Charger GT2C3CDXJG1JH158614
2018 Dodge Charger R/T 3922C3CDXGJ9JH298171
2018 Dodge Charger R/T2C3CDXCT9JH221615
2018 Dodge Charger R/T 3922C3CDXGJ6JH312642
2018 Dodge Charger R/T 3922C3CDXGJ9JH247978
2018 Dodge Charger SXT2C3CDXBG9JH197725
2018 Dodge Charger SXT2C3CDXBG0JH206859
2018 Dodge Charger R/T 3922C3CDXGJ8JH247941
Other Dodge Charger model years
2018 Dodge Charger — frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Dodge Charger have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2018 Dodge Charger. 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 2018 Dodge Charger?
Based on 122 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, power train, exterior lighting.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Dodge Charger get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Dodge Charger at about 21 mpg combined (17 city / 28 highway).
How much is a 2018 Dodge Charger worth?
Comparable 2018 Dodge Charger listings run roughly $18,900–$47,998, typically around $32,637 (from 44 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.