Is the 2018 Dodge Charger a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B-6.5/10
The 2018 Dodge Charger delivers on performance and comfort, but reliability concerns warrant careful consideration.
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Pros
- Strong engine lineup
- Comfortable ride
- Spacious interior
Cons
- Average fuel economy
- Interior materials could be better
- Questionable long-term reliability
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
19 mpg
Maintenance cost
$6,000/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Transmission shudders
- Electrical system glitches
- Suspension components wear
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (6)
The 2018 Dodge Charger has 6 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Air Bags — Side/Window — Curtain — Inflator (campaign 24V198000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Electrical System — Wiring — Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and …
- Power Train — Driveline — Driveshaft — Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to det…
- Electrical System — Wiring — Front Underhood — Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wran…
- Air Bags — Side/Window — Curtain — Inflator — Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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