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2023 Dodge

Challenger

Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L

Dodge Challenger: best and worst years
2023 Dodge Challenger (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2022 model year); you're viewing the 2023.

2022 photoErmellCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic 8-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
372
Power to weight
0.091 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.08
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

Smog score
3/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1 (6,000 lb or less)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Optional
Recalls
2
Owner complaints
43 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise control
    Optional
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Optional

Convenience

  • Push-button start
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • VISIBILITY/WIPER24%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER20%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM11%
  • SERVICE BRAKES11%
  • ENGINE7%
  • STRUCTURE7%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 54 total.

Dodge Challenger: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

146 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 29, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS2408000018 REV.B

    New Key Will Not Program, 0x22 Scan Tool Error

  • May 18, 2026ENGINE69C Combo

    Customer Satisfaction Notification 69C – Vehicle Performance Enhancements - Dealer Notification

  • Apr 17, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS2408000018 REV.A

    New Key Will Not Program, 0x22 Scan Tool Error

  • Mar 21, 2026ENGINE18-044-26

    Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● **P0111-00 - Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range Performance Bank 1. (In Active or Stored status) ● P0071-00 - Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Performance. (In Active or Stored status) ● P0072-00 - Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit "A" Low. (In Active or Stor

  • Mar 18, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERS2208000045 REV.C

    Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection

  • Mar 9, 2026POWER TRAINS2621000003 REV.A

    The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV, 8HP75-LCV, 8HP90, 8HP95. Transmissions may exhibit the following diagnostic codes: P07E4, P1DB2, P0716, P1B14, P0733, P1D90, P1DB7, P1B13.

  • Mar 5, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS2608000010

    Active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00, B1A15-00, B1A16-00, and B1A17-00 in The Radio Frequency Hub (RFH)

  • Mar 4, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS1408000384 REV.J

    Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On

  • and 138 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.