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2008 Dodge

Challenger

Auto 5-spd, 8 cyl, 6.1 L

Dodge Challenger: best and worst years
2008 Dodge Challenger

Closest available photo (2009 model year); you're viewing the 2008.

2009 photoNational Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationPublic domainvia Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic 5-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

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

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Recalls
3
Owner complaints
10 See on NHTSA

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • AIR BAGS24%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM24%
  • ENGINE18%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM12%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL12%
  • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 17 total.

Dodge Challenger: best and worst years

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Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice.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.