Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2014 Lakota Charger
The 2014 Lakota Charger has one critical recall related to the power awning motor assembly, which may affect its reliability. While there are few owner complaints, issues with wheels and tires have been reported. Ensure thorough inspection of these components to secure a reliable purchase.
Known issues to inspect
Awning motor screws shear
How to check: Inspect awning motor screws for signs of shearing
Wheel issues
How to check: Check wheels for damage or improper alignment
Tire problems
How to check: Examine tires for uneven wear or bulges
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises
Red flag: Persistent knocking sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for dashboard warning lights
Red flag: Any warning lights stay on
- 03
Slow acceleration
What to check: Feel for smooth gear transitions
Red flag: Jerky or delayed shifting
- 04
Steady speed
What to check: Monitor for vehicle pulling
Red flag: Vehicle drifts noticeably
- 05
Braking
What to check: Ensure smooth and noiseless braking
Red flag: Grinding or shaking brakes
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the awning motor recall been addressed?
- Any known wheel or tire issues recently?
- Have you encountered slow gear transitions?
- Has the vehicle been in any accidents?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair documentation
- Recent maintenance records
- Tire replacement receipts
- Accident history report
Generated by gpt-4o on 8/23/2026. Grounded in the NHTSA recall corpus and owner-complaint patterns for the 2014 Lakota Charger.