Tl* the contact owns a 2002 (na) dodge charger. The contact received recall notifications for nhtsa campaign numbers: 15v313000 and 16v352000 (air bags); however, the parts for the recall repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect and vin tool confirms parts not available.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Dodge Charger Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2001 Dodge Charger with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (1) and the body, doors & structure (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Charger year, for its age
#300 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Dodge Charger problems
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No recalls for the 2001 Dodge Charger
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Dodge Charger. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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3 complaints about the 2001 Dodge Charger
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Stopped at grocery store, (stationary), opened drivers door and would not shut, door latch (actuator) broke and will not let you shift or lock door for safety....Dodge dealer expects you to drive this unsafe vehicle to them to see what is wrong with it! *Tr
Tl* the contact owns 2001 dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the passenger's side headlight failed. While replacing the bulb, the contact noticed that the wiring harness was melted. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.
Dodge Charger: every year compared
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 3 | 0 | A |
2001 Dodge Charger vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Dodge Charger | 3 | 0 | A | |
| 2001 Volkswagen GTI | 74 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 22 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 0 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 0 | 4 | B | Compare |
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 0 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 1,430 | 14 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Dodge Dakota | 678 | 14 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 665 | 7 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2001 Dodge Charger
Does the 2001 Dodge Charger have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2001 Dodge Charger right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Dodge Charger?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (1), body, doors & structure (1), lights (1).
How many complaints has the 2001 Dodge Charger had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 13, 2014 and the latest on July 26, 2016. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Dodge Charger a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 98 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Dodge Charger year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Charger years have the most complaints?
2006 (1,294), 2011 (696), 2012 (648). See every Dodge Charger year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Dodge Charger has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data