Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | |||||
| CSN-L08 | 06/01/2011 | 10041252 | Ready | 09/21/2011 | |
| CSN-L08 | 06/01/2011 | 10041252 | Chrysler service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. the radiator cooling fans may separate during operation and damage the radiator. *rm | 09/21/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 1802707 | 04/17/2007 | 10021686 | Mil illumination due to egr position sensor dtc - p0404, p0405, p0406. *kb | 06/15/2007 | |
| 1801207 | 04/27/2007 | 1801207A | 10021683 | Mil illumination dtc p0134a / p013c o2 sensor slow to respond. *kb | 06/15/2007 |
| 0800807 | 12/14/2007 | 0800807A | 10021418 | This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the wireless control module(wcm) with new software. *kb updated 1/23/08. *nj | 04/25/2007 |
| 1901107 | 02/16/2007 | 10021210 | Dtc p0420, p0430 catalyst efficiency rationality. *kb | 03/22/2007 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | |||
| 08/19/2012 | 80000 | 1 | |
| My 2007 dodge charger was rendered inoperable when the engine cooling fan blades separated unexpectedly, causing severe damage to the radiator. this incident ultimately resulted in engine failure. when this incident was reported to the chrysler group, the case manager was informed of a recall that addressed this same issue. please refer to customer satisfaction notification l08 engine cooling fans. this notification cautions owners that the electrically powered radiator cooling fans on about 52,000 of the referenced vehicles (incl. 2007 dodge charger) may separate during fan operation and cause damage to the radiator. this exact failure occurred to my vehicle costing me in excess of $2000 but the chrysler group refused to offer assistance due to the fact that my vin fell outside of the range to the vins included in the recall and that my vehicle was out of warranty. i request that a the existing recall be expanded to all of the vehicles types listed within the 2006-2008 timeframe instead of limiting to the 52,000 estimated in the notification. *tr | |||
| 08/19/2012 | 80000 | ||
| My 2007 dodge charger was rendered inoperable when the engine cooling fan blades separated unexpectedly, causing severe damage to the radiator. this incident ultimately resulted in engine failure. when this incident was reported to the chrysler group, the case manager was informed of a recall that addressed this same issue. please refer to customer satisfaction notification l08 engine cooling fans. this notification cautions owners that the electrically powered radiator cooling fans on about 52,000 of the referenced vehicles (incl. 2007 dodge charger) may separate during fan operation and cause damage to the radiator. this exact failure occurred to my vehicle costing me in excess of $2000 but the chrysler group refused to offer assistance due to the fact that my vin fell outside of the range to the vins included in the recall and that my vehicle was out of warranty. i request that a the existing recall be expanded to all of the vehicles types listed within the 2006-2008 timeframe instead of limiting to the 52,000 estimated in the notification. | |||
| 08/13/2012 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning while idling at a traffic stop. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer was unable to find a problem with the vehicle. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 37,000. kmj | |||
| 08/13/2012 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. the contact stated that the vehicle stalls when idling at a light. the contact took the vheicle to the dealer and the dealer was unable to find a problem with the vehicle. the contact stated that nothing illuminated on the instrument panel when the failure occurs. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 37,000.rl | |||
| 09/16/2012 | 63427 | 1 | |
| I was driving home along with my wife from running errands when my vehicle shut down while driving at 45mphs per hour. i called aaa to come and tow my vehicle. they did just that and the service-contracted towing company for aaa dropped my dodge charger rt off to the auto repair shop that i'm accustomed to going. the mechanic told me that the battery was drained heavily from the engine problem. so he took out the old battery i had and put in a new battery. once he did that he tried to get the dodge charger rt to start but there was no luck. but eventually some electrical power was restored to a level in order for a diagnostic test to be performed. once this mechanic completed the diagnostic test he told me that the codes he received are identical to the recall problems associated with the 2007 model of the dodge charger rt. he told me that the 2007 model for this vehicle had the most recall problems for the issue that i experienced which were engine problems. he said that the engine problems were the second most recalled issue after the transmission problems for this vehicle. he told me that i needed to investigate about getting a recall complaint made for this vehicle with the manufacturer (dodge), because the engine problem justified the same recall issues that previous owners had with the model and year of this vehicle. please help me because i was told that the manufacturer warranty expired. *tr | |||
| 09/16/2012 | 63427 | ||
| I was driving home along with my wife from running errands when my vehicle shut down while driving at 45mphs per hour. i called aaa to come and tow my vehicle. they did just that and the serivce-contracted towing company for aaa dropped my dodge charger rt off to the auto repair shop that i'm accustomed to going. the mechanic told me that the battery was drained heavily from the engine problem. so he took out the old battery i had and put in a new battery. once he did that he tried to get the dodge charger rt to start but there was no luck. but eventually some electrical power was restored to a level in order for a diagnostic test to be performed. once this mechanic completed the diagnostic test he told me that the codes he received are identical to the recall problems associated with the 2007 model of the dodge charger rt. he told me that the 2007 model for this vehicle had the most recall problems for the issue that i experienced which were enigne problems. he said that the engine problems were the second most recalled issue after the transmission problems for this vehicle. he told me that i needed to investigate about getting a recall complaint made for this vehicle with the manufacturer (dodge), because the engine problem justified the same recall issues that previous owners had with the model and year of this vehicle. please help me because i was told that the manufacturer warranty expired. | |||
| 05/01/2008 | 14000 | ||
| Reverse went out in transmission.there was no warning of any sort.had no idea that i even had any problems.took vehicle to the dealership to be repaired under warranty.was without my vehicle for almost a month while still having to make payments and find another way of getting around.vehicle was just over a year old.got the vehicle back and the reverse went out in the transmission again as well as the rear main seal leaking.took vehicle back to dealership for more repairs and was without my vehicle again for almost a month.now, the motor is knocking and skipping ande vehicle has less than 95,000 miles.these cars are lemons and i don't know how chrysler corporation is getting away with this and i sure do not recommend anyone buying a dodge.wish i had never bought this vehicle and somebody needs to step up to the plate and make it right.sad pawrt is i am stuck with a vehicle that is going to need major engine repairs or engine replace and i still owe on the vehicle and of course there is no warranty left. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 05/24/2010 | 54000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. the contact sated that the vehicle stalled while driving approximately 75 mph. the contact was able to coast the vehicle off the highway. the check engine light illuminated after the failure occurred. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the vehicle was inspected. the dealer advised the contact that the engine failure was possibly caused by not using the correct engine oil or a premature oil sludge. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure and the current mileage was 54,000. kmj | |||
| 05/24/2010 | 54000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. the contact sated that the vehicle stalled while driving at approximately 75mph. the contact was able to coast the vehicle off the highway. the engine light illuminated after the failure occurred. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, the vehicle was inspected. the dealer advised that the engine failure possibly occurred due to not using the correct engine oil or a premature oil sludge. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure and current mileage was 54,000. li | |||
| 12/15/2011 | 65000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. the contact stated while driving 30 mph, the electronic throttle control light illuminated and the vehicle began shaking abnormally, before stalling. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer. the dealer replaced the main computer to the throttle but the repair did not remedy the stalling. the contact took the vehicle back to the dealer for a diagnostic test. the dealer stated the stalling was caused by a wiring issue. the contact took the vehicle to local mechanic. the mechanic stated that the accelerator sensor was faulty. the failure mileage was 65,000. kmj | |||
| 12/15/2011 | 65000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. the contact stated while driving 30 mph the electronic throttle control light illuminated on the dash board and the vehicle stalled. the contact stated the vehicle shakes as well. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer. the dealer replaced the main computer to the throttle but that did not remedy the stalling. the contact took the vehicle back to the dealer for a diagnostic test. the dealer stated the stalling was caused by a wiring issue. the contact took the vehicle to local mechanic. the mechanic stated after a diagnostic test the accelerator sensor was faulty. the failure mileage was 65,000. jo | |||
| 03/05/2012 | 54978 | ||
| While driving down the street the egine cut off completly. firtst it reved up and then cut off on while driving( in the drive mode). my son was in the car and oncoming traffic was coming in the direction. the car was then placed in park and started again. it started up and reved again and ran after that. this could have been a tragic situation.i hope you can figure out something to help me make sense of this situation | |||
| 10/01/2011 | 59000 | ||
| I have a 2007 dodge charger that i have purchased used just 8 months ago. i have not even driven 6000 miles in this car and it has a bad lifter ticking in the engine. it will cost in the neighborhood of $1200.00 to repair. on the dodge forums i have seen multiple people complaining of the very same issue. they have all called dodge as i have as well and the answer was the very same. can't help you sorry for your luck! i can't believe that there has not been a recall on these chargers as it seems to be a problem across the board with this model car. i am furious that they will not help and stand behind their products. i will never buy another dodge vehichle or recommend one ever. i have spent a fair amount of money for what i thought was a good brand american vehichle and now here we are with another headache car with engine problems and no help in sight! | |||
| 10/19/2011 | 131970 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. the contact stated that after having regular service performed on the vehicle, the technician advised him that coolant was leaking. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure and current mileages were approximately 131,970. the vin was unavailable. kmj | |||
| 10/19/2011 | 131970 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. the contact stated that after having regular service done they advised him that he had coolant leaking. the vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer nor has it been repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure and current mileages were approximately 131,970. the vin was unavailable. tb | |||
| 01/15/2011 | 23000 | ||
| 2007 dodge charger engine shuts off without warning occasionally which is very dangerous. this has happened 3 times in 3 years and has been back to the dealer but they have not been able to find out what is causing it or how to fix it | |||
| 02/15/2011 | 20000 | ||
| While under ten mph in stop and go traffic, car stalled, had to put vehicle in park and restart, no codes thrown and engine ran fine after | |||
| 12/05/2010 | 95303 | ||
| Purchased 07 r/t charger from dealer brand new,,treated like baby, changed oil and had all service completed at dealership. without notice car dies on street as if vehicle ran out of gas. gas light on. put gas in vehicle only to start up making an extremely loud knocking sound. mind you vehicle had been running like a charm. had vehicle towed only to be told #6 cylinder blown,motor gone. what is dodge doing about this. apparently cerritos dodge is currently working on 6 chargers that need entirely new engines. | |||
| 10/03/2010 | 58000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. the contact stated the vehicle will stall while driving. the vehicle will start making a loud noise and then cut off. the dealer said that the failure is due to sludge in the oil. the dealer stated that this is from a lack of oil changes by the contact. the contact feels this not accurate. the vehicle is currently at the dealer. the failure mileage was 58000 and the current mileage was 60000.rl | |||
| 06/20/2007 | 20000 | 1 | |
| When i first bought the car in may 2007, my car's engine shut off without warning on the highway. i immediately put the car in neutral and it started up and didn't have the problem again. i did report it to the dealership during my second oil change. they said that since it has not happened again that it shouldn't be anything to worry about. now, at about 95,000 miles its been happening more frequently, about twice a day. no warning lights come on. the engine just shuts off. i took it to the dealership and they ran a diagnostic computer test and nothing came up. we also went for a test drive, but it did not happen when the technician was with me. i feel that i will eventually get into an accident. our family relies on this car and i am worried that something horrible could happen. i have visited different forums and others have had the same problem. i feel that this is a defect due to the fact that others have had the same problem. i have also seen complaints on this site reporting the same problem. i don't have a choice but to use this car, but also feel that it is extremely dangerous. *tr | |||
| 01/01/2008 | 1000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. while driving between 10-40 mph, the engine shut off without warning. the vehicle has been to the dealer a total of six times for this failure. the dealer replaced all the coils for each cylinder, which temporarily repaired the failure. five months later, the vehicle began to shut off again. the contact took the vehicle back to the dealer and they installed a co-pilot to monitor what happens in the vehicle. the co-pilot registered an issue, but the dealer could not locate the failure with the vehicle. currently, the vehicle is at the dealer for repairs. the contact feels that the vehicle is unsafe to drive because it shut offs without warning, which could cause a crash. the current mileage was 5,600 and failure mileage was 1,000. | |||
| 02/20/2009 | 25000 | 1 | |
| Pebbles or debris has entered the lower cooling valance on my 2007 dodge charger is to wide, which allows any and all debris to damage the air conditioner condenser. which dodge does not cover or recognize as a design flaw. the a/c condenser is exposed to any and all objects coming through that particular area. the 3 lbs of freon released to the atmosphere, which when the car is in motion the freon will go through engine compartment and eventually end up in the passenger area. freon is a oxygen displacement type gas which can cause sickness, vomiting,hypoxio and eventually suffocation. this is a possible safety hazard. freon 134a also expels a toxic gas if exposed to temps above 452f which catalytic converters reach temps above 500f. *tr | |||
| 02/19/2009 | 29700 | 1 | |
| While driving my car has completely shut down at least three times. no steering, no power nothing. also while sitting at signals or stop signs my car seems to surge occasionally, to where it feels like i have been rear-ended. it has been to the dealership twice and they said they cannot seem to replicate the problem. *tr | |||
| 01/20/2008 | 22000 | 1 | |
| This has been an on going problem with my car since i bought it january 2008 i have all paper work on the car. this month alone february 20, 2009 it has been in the shop three times already. it has been in the shop for tire rims, key not working, engine light coming on all the time, stereo, speakers, had another light come on and i had to tow it myself. this is a 2007 dodge charger v6. i need some help on what to do, i drive my children and grand children in this car and i'm scared that i will be stranded some place, you don't know if the car is going to act up or not each day i pay alot of money to have and drive this car and i do not feel safe. *tr | |||
| 03/21/2008 | 32000 | 1 | 02/21/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. when the contact started the vehicle, he heard a loud rattling noise coming from the engine. prior to the failure, he did not see any warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. the dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that the noise was a normal characteristic. immediately after the inspection, the failure resurfaced. a remedy has not yet been provided to resolve the noise. the failure mileage was 32,000 and current mileage was 34,616. updated 03-04-09 *bf the dealer replaced all of the valve rockers and pins. updated 03/05/09. *jb | |||
| 11/05/2007 | 40813 | 1 | 08/17/2007 |
| 2007 dodge charger, current and failure mileage is 40813, engine failure. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 07/21/2011 | 89000 | ||
| High speed radiator fan blades on 2007 3.5l dodge charger break apart and causes damage to the radiator, resulting in failure of the radiator and subsequent replacement of both radiator and the radiator fan. consequential repair exceeds $700 | |||
| 03/12/2008 | 1 | ||
| Keep having problems with brakes on 2007 charger. the dealer have worked on them and still having problems. around march car was leaking transmission fluid and now check engine light is on and will not go out please help me. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | |||
| 01/02/2007 | 10044 | 3 | 09/28/2006 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. on november 1, 2006, the vehicle was serviced for a basic oil change and filter at 3,600 miles. on january 2, 2007, the vehicle was taken to the dealer for basic maintenance, in which the contact requested a tire rotation because the tires were wearing very quickly. he was informed that the tires were rotated, balanced, and that the oil was changed. two months later, the contact noticed that the tires continued to wear very quickly and the brakes were not stopping the vehicle properly. he went to a local tire store and was informed that the tires were placed on the vehicle incorrectly and that two different sized tires should have been installed. the contact returned to the dealer and they were supposed to provide new tires and brakes. they provided the tires and new front brakes, but no rear brakes. the dealer also failed to repair a rattling noise in the fan under the hood; however, they did not. currently, the brakes lock sometimes and the fan still makes a noise as if leaves and sticks are under the hood. the contact has a 100,000 mile warranty, but was advised to take his vehicle to another dealer. the powertrain was unknown. the current mileage was 32,000 and failure mileage was 10,044. updated 01-16-08. *kb updated *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 07/10/2007 | 36000 | ||
| Engine sputters while idle. i change the oil every 2500-3000 miles, along with engine air filter and spark plug change at 36,000. while idle, once in a while the engine will sputter. took it to the dealership and they could not duplicate (cnd) the problem, therefore they could not fix the problem, however they asked if i needed an oil change. i loved the rt when i first purchased it. now! i would not recommend anyone to purchase it. engine sputters, side window is scratched due to mechanism, rotor are warped, and of course the shifter stuck in park, and the abs light is now. all of which chrysler will not acknowledge for my vin, but have a recall on others. how many people need to file a complaint? let us continue to submit our complaints and hopefully no one will be injured. and maybe chrysler will pay for their problems. starting to hate my hot red rt! | |||
| 08/22/2010 | 74000 | ||
| 2007 dodge charger se 3.5ho v6 transmission failure at 63,000 miles in slow traffic. whining noise from converter. rebuilt at a cost of $2,250+. torque converter clutch failed and sent debris throughout trans.// catastrophic engine failure at 74,000 miles 10 mos. later. con. rod through the block at 70 mph. $2,900 cost with a salvage engine. | |||
| 05/18/2009 | 48414 | 1 | |
| I had just left my residence to travel to work in my 2007 dodge charger, 2.7l v6, i had made it 6 miles away from my house when my engine blew. the temp gage never showed there was any kind of overheating problem. the check oil light came on for a few seconds and turned off. a few minutes later it came on again and puff of white smoke came out from under the hood and the motor seized. from the research i have done on the internet i have found that the 2.7 liter dodge/chrysler motor has had a lot of problems with oil sludge issues that would cause the engine to seize. so far chrysler has not taken any responsibility for this major problem with the 2.7l engine. the bottom end of the motor has to be rebuilt or replaced to correct this problem. at this point the warranty company is blaming me for the mechanical failure of the oil filter seal on the engine. *tr | |||
| 04/15/2008 | 52000 | 1 | |
| Engine failure due to sludge. *tr | |||
| 06/06/2007 | 3000 | 3 | 04/03/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger. the contact has owned the vehicle for only two months and it has already been in the shop three times. he stated that the engine makes a noise while the vehicle is idle. the pcv valve was diagnosed as the cause of failure. approximately two days later, the failure recurred. the contact took the vehicle to another dealer because the brakes were popping and squealing. the brakes were repaired, but the engine noise continued. the mechanic compared the contact's vehicle to another vehicle and confirmed that his vehicle was experiencing failure. there were no warning indicators present. the powertrain was unknown. the current mileage is 6,333 and failure mileage was 3,000. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 09/30/2010 | 75000 | ||
| Driving my 2007 dodge charger. no warning lights, car stalled in busy intersection. car towed. shop states rod problem- engine blown-car was treated like a baby- oil changed ever 2500-3000 miles- dealer states no reason for this to happen to a 2007 with 74.000 miles- dealer also stated this has been a problem with the 2.7 ltr engine and dodge is not taking care of the problem and blaming it on the owner of the car..... | |||
| 09/01/2007 | 5000 | 1 | 07/30/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger r/t. while driving approximately 65mph over a bump in the road the vehicles exhaust pipes dropped down. the exhaust pipe is now making contact with the pavement and the contact is afraid the fumes will start releasing into the vehicle. check engine light is illuminated frequently. the manufacturer stated that the contact was at fault. the dealer diagnosed the failure and stated that the cost to replace the exhaust pipes will be $1,500. the current mileage was 9,800 and the failure mileage was 5,000. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||
| 09/01/2007 | 5000 | 1 | 07/30/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge charger r/t. while driving approximately 65mph over a bump in the road the vehicles exhaust pipes dropped down. the exhaust pipe is now making contact with the pavement and the contact is afraid the fumes will start releasing into the vehicle. check engine light is illuminated frequently. the manufacturer stated that the contact was at fault. the dealer diagnosed the failure and stated that the cost to replace the exhaust pipes will be $1,500. the current mileage was 9,800 and the failure mileage was 5,000. | |||