2010 Dodge Charger: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own

Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data

Better-sorted final first-gen year with lower maintenance demands; solid rear-drive performance offset by dated safety tech and high fuel use. 5 known issue patterns are documented below, with frequency and the mileage windows where they typically appear. New, the 2010 Dodge Charger ranged from $24,590 to $38,180 depending on trim (base MSRP, before options and destination).

6/10

Mixed track record

Better-sorted final first-gen year with lower maintenance demands; solid rear-drive performance offset by dated safety tech and high fuel use.

Sources (3)

api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=charger…
repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/dodge/charger
us.haynes.comhttps://us.haynes.com/blogs/tips-tutorials/dodge-charger-common-problems-2006…

Known issues

Takata front airbag inflator recall (16V352000) with extended parts-availability delays

occasional · 90 NHTSA complaints · other
Engine stalls or cuts out while driving, with loss of power steering and braking assist

commonly reported · 85 NHTSA complaints · typically 95k–270k miles · engine
No-start / ignition failure (subject of recall 14V567000); vehicle will not crank or start

commonly reported · 120 NHTSA complaints · typically 80k–187k miles · electrical
Radiator cooling-fan blade disintegrates and punctures the radiator, causing coolant loss and overheating

occasional · 25 NHTSA complaints · typically 135k–200k miles · engine
Gear shifter sticks in Park or shifts unexpectedly due to interlock/shifter faults

occasional · transmission

Based on public NHTSA complaint data and AI synthesis: patterns, not guarantees.

Sources (3)

api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=charger…
us.haynes.comhttps://us.haynes.com/blogs/tips-tutorials/dodge-charger-common-problems-2006…
carparts.comhttps://www.carparts.com/blog/dodge-charger-reliability-and-common-problems/

Recalls & safety

Recall history hasn't been loaded for this model year yet.

Whether a recall is still open on a specific car depends on its VIN. Check it free at NHTSA's VIN lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls), or ask the seller for proof the repair was done.

Pros & cons

Pros

Spacious full-size cabin and large trunk
Optional all-wheel drive for all-weather traction
Available HEMI V8 (R/T, SRT8) delivers strong rear-drive muscle-car performance
Inexpensive to buy used with widely available, proven LX-platform parts

Cons

Dated interior materials and hard, unsupportive front seats
Poor fuel economy, especially on the V8 engines
Aging ignition and electrical reliability; 2006-2008 carry the highest engine-failure risk
Older crash-era safety equipment compared with modern sedans

Trims & original pricing

Trim	Original base MSRP	New today	Engine	MPG
SE	$24,590	—	2.7L V6	—
3.5L	$25,445	—	3.5L V6	—
SXT	$26,150	—	3.5L V6	—
Rallye	$26,645	—	3.5L V6	—
R/T	$31,370	—	5.7L HEMI V8	—
R/T Plus	$32,345	—	5.7L HEMI V8	—
SRT8	$38,180	—	6.1L HEMI V8	—

Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.

Sources (2)

iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2010-dodge-charger-price
fueleconomy.govhttps://www.fueleconomy.gov/ws/rest/vehicle/menu/options?year=2010&make=Dodge…

Depreciation

2010 entry trim from new typical floor (assumed, past curve data)

Move your cursor along the line to see the estimated value for any year.

Curve anchored at the entry-trim base MSRP ($24,590). Higher trims started higher (up to $38,180), and options added more.

The curve's data ends 10 years in, so the line levels off after that. Treat the tail as a floor, not a forecast: asking prices for older cars depend mostly on condition, mileage, and the current market, and often sit well above it.

Sources (1)

iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/dodge-charger/resale-value

Cost to own

Repairs (rises with mileage)	≈ $650–700/yr
Expected lifespan	~200k miles

National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.

Sources (1)

repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/dodge/charger

Frequently asked questions

What problems does the 2010 Dodge Charger have?

Documented issue patterns include: Takata front airbag inflator recall (16V352000) with extended parts-availability delays; Engine stalls or cuts out while driving, with loss of power steering and braking assist; No-start / ignition failure (subject of recall 14V567000); vehicle will not crank or start; Radiator cooling-fan blade disintegrates and punctures the radiator, causing coolant loss and overheating. Frequency is based on public NHTSA complaint data: patterns, not guarantees.

Is the 2010 Dodge Charger reliable?

Better-sorted final first-gen year with lower maintenance demands; solid rear-drive performance offset by dated safety tech and high fuel use.

How much did the 2010 Dodge Charger cost new?

Between $24,590 and $38,180 depending on trim. Those are base MSRPs for each trim's standard configuration; options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.

Is the Dodge Charger expensive to maintain?

Estimated repairs run roughly $650–700/year as mileage climbs.

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