Research · Midsize Cars · 3 NHTSA variants

2022 Dodge ChallengerRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints for the 2022 Dodge Challenger. Most complaints involve seat belts (2) and fuel/propulsion system (1). The EPA rates it 17–23 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
17–23mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Oct 2022
Owner complaints
9
Top: seat belts
Fuel cost / yr
$2,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems

Free remedy

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

TiresReported Oct 27, 2022NHTSA 22V808000

Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems

Free remedy

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

TiresReported Jul 14, 2022NHTSA 22V504000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

9 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2023 – Jun 2026
  1. Seat belts2
  2. Fuel/propulsion system1
  3. Wheels1
  4. Electrical system1
  5. Air bags1
  6. Service brakes1
  7. Power train1
  8. Engine1
  9. Visibility/wiper1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Challenger model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
200810
2009133
2010299
2011193
2012253
2013179
2014149
2015127
201678
201749
201875
201958
202020
202119
20229
202343
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Seat belts

2 reports1 crash
“The contact owned a 2022 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 65 MPH on I-85 in the left lane, the driver noticed a BMW quickly approaching. The driver attempted to change lanes to the center lane, and the rear end of the vehicle slid out and the vehicle fishtailed into the other vehicle in the far-right lane, traveled across three lanes of traffic and crashed into a brick wall median and then went across all three lanes. The contact stated that after crashing into the brick wall, the seat belt became unlatched. There were no warning lights illuminated. The driver sustained injuries to the wrist, which had struck the steering wheel, and the left hand which struck the door on impact. Medical attention was provided at the scene by the EMT and at the hospital the following day. The steering wheel air bag, driver's side side-curtain air bags, and passenger’s side air bags deployed during the crash. A Police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The insurance company later towed the vehicle to a tow lot. The local dealer was contacted and referred the contact to the manufacturer. The vehicle was not…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 21, 2025Seat beltsCrash reportedODI 11700743

Fuel/propulsion system

1 report
“Fuel leak from gas tank to engine”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 3, 2026Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11741819

Wheels

1 report
“Left Back Wheel , Unknown risk factor. They have checked vehicle @Darcars Dealer and says they can’t find an issue, and every 2-3 days I have to put air in tire.this particular tire also have been patched ,but long after the issue started. Unknown Tire pressure warning light, it started January 2023 The dealer also replaced the tire pressure sensor.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 15, 2026WheelsODI 11711064
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

8 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl · 5.7L 8-cyl · 6.4L 8-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 8-spd · Manual 6-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline · Midgrade Gasoline · Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Challenger
Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
193023$2,800389
Challenger AWD
Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · All-Wheel Drive
182721$3,050415
Challenger
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162519$3,900466
Challenger
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
152418$4,400495
Challenger
Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
152318$4,400494
Challenger Widebody
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
152418$4,400495
Challenger
Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
142317$4,700523
Challenger Widebody
Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
142317$4,700523
  • Challenger
    Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    19 city · 30 hwy · $2,800/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Challenger AWD
    Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    18 city · 27 hwy · $3,050/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Challenger
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L
    16 city · 25 hwy · $3,900/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • Challenger
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L
    15 city · 24 hwy · $4,400/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
  • Challenger
    Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L
    15 city · 23 hwy · $4,400/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
  • Challenger Widebody
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L
    15 city · 24 hwy · $4,400/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
  • Challenger
    Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L
    14 city · 23 hwy · $4,700/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Challenger Widebody
    Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L
    14 city · 23 hwy · $4,700/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

4 tested variants
Overall rating
—/ 5
Not rated
Dodge Challenger (Driver) 2 DR RWD
Frontal crash
Not rated
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
11.1%
Overall
5 / 5
Dodge Challenger (Front Seat) 2 DR RWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
11.1%
Overall
5 / 5
Dodge Challenger 2 DR AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
11.1%
Overall
5 / 5
Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
11.1%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 30, 2026Vehicle 16415Vehicle 16416Vehicle 16418
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2022 Challenger questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Dodge Challenger have?

2 safety recalls as of Oct 30, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2022 Dodge Challenger problems?

Owners filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are seat belts (2), fuel/propulsion system (1), wheels (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2022 Dodge Challenger get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Dodge Challenger at 17–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).

How safe is the 2022 Dodge Challenger?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Dodge Challenger 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026