Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2007 Dodge Charger
The 2007 Dodge Charger has notable recall records, particularly with airbags and power train, and substantial complaints about its powertrain and engine. Buyers should carefully inspect these risk areas during a test drive and inquire about maintenance to ensure reliability and safety.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Dodge Charger has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 554 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #16V352000 Do Not Drive - Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V313000 Do Not Drive - Driver Side Frontal Air Bag May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #08V583000 POLICE PACKAGE GEARSHIFT CABLE STEERING COLUMN NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V493000 ABS CONTROL MODULE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V341000 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 220 complaints
- Engine 82 complaints
- Air Bags 77 complaints
- Electrical System 50 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 37 complaints
- Unknown or Other 24 complaints
Of the 554 complaints on file, 18 report a crash and 17 a fire; across all 554 complaints, owners report 21 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Passenger airbag inflator recall
How to check: Inquire if airbag inflator recall repair was done.
Gearshift cable disengagement
How to check: Check gearshifts for smooth operation and correct display.
ABS module locks rear brakes
How to check: Ensure ABS function; look for rear brake locking signs.
Drive wheels lock momentarily
How to check: Shift from drive to neutral and back; check for issues.
Powertrain control module issue
How to check: Test drive above 40 mph; observe gear shifts.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for engine knocking or ticking noises.
Red flag: Persistent knocking or ticking sounds.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for rough idling or stalling.
Red flag: Idles rough or stalls suddenly.
- 03
City driving
What to check: Test gearshift transitions and response.
Red flag: Gear shifts are delayed or harsh.
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Check for smooth acceleration and response.
Red flag: Hesitates or jerks during acceleration.
- 05
Braking
What to check: Test brakes for smooth, steady application.
Red flag: Brakes feel spongy or uneven.
- 06
Parking
What to check: Test parking brakes; look for warning lights.
Red flag: Parking brake doesn't hold securely.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag inflator recall been addressed?
- Any recent powertrain or transmission repairs?
- Are there service records for regular maintenance?
- Has there been any ABS brake issues?
- Have you experienced any engine problems?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair documentation
- Full service history
- Recent inspection report
- Title and registration
- Accident history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Dodge Charger at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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