2024 Dodge Charger: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own
Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data
All-new Charger Daytona EV with blistering performance and modern tech, but a first-model-year electric platform showing early charging/electrical complaints and no reliability track record yet. 3 known issue patterns are documented below, with frequency and the mileage windows where they typically appear. New, the 2024 Dodge Charger ranged from $59,595 to $68,195 depending on trim (base MSRP, before options and destination).
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All-new Charger Daytona EV with blistering performance and modern tech, but a first-model-year electric platform showing early charging/electrical complaints and no reliability track record yet.
Sources (2)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=charger…
- cars.comhttps://www.cars.com/articles/is-the-2024-dodge-charger-daytona-a-good-ev-4-p…
Known issues
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Electrical faults: vehicle bricking / no-start, battery and charging failures, software glitches and key-fob recognition problems
occasional · 6 NHTSA complaints · electrical
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Brake-system complaints: unintended lurching or brake failure during low-speed maneuvers
isolated · 4 NHTSA complaints · brake
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Forward-collision/camera system activates without an obstacle present or cannot be turned off
isolated · 2 NHTSA complaints · electrical
Based on public NHTSA complaint data and AI synthesis: patterns, not guarantees.
Sources (2)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=dodge&model=charger…
- cars.comhttps://www.cars.com/articles/is-the-2024-dodge-charger-daytona-a-good-ev-4-p…
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
- Bold retro styling that carries the Charger identity into the EV era
- Blistering acceleration (around 3.5s 0-60) and nimble handling for its size
- Modern interior with large dual screens and standard wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
Cons
- Lacks the drama and character of the outgoing V8 Chargers
- AWD tuning and regen braking feel underdeveloped; no true one-pedal driving
- Limited small-item storage and high insurance cost
- First-model-year electric platform with early charging, electrical and software complaints
Trims & original pricing
| Trim | Original base MSRP | New today | Engine | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daytona R/T | $59,595 | — | Electric (Charger Daytona BEV, dual-motor AWD) | — |
| Daytona Scat Pack | $68,195 | — | Electric (Charger Daytona BEV, dual-motor AWD) | — |
Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Sources (1)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2024-dodge-charger-price
Depreciation
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This listing sits above the typical depreciation curve. Common for heavily-optioned cars and for 2021-2023 model years (pandemic-era pricing); the curve is anchored at base MSRP, which excludes options.
Curve anchored at the entry-trim base MSRP ($59,595). Higher trims started higher (up to $68,195), and options added more.
Curve outlook: a typical 2024 loses roughly another 26% of its value over the next 3 years. These are estimates from public data, not a market-price claim.
Sources (1)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/dodge-charger/resale-value
Cost to own
| Insurance (high tier) | ≈ $5,900–6,000/yr |
National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.
Sources (1)
- moneygeek.comhttps://www.moneygeek.com/insurance/auto/dodge-charger-insurance/
Frequently asked questions
What problems does the 2024 Dodge Charger have?
Documented issue patterns include: Electrical faults: vehicle bricking / no-start, battery and charging failures, software glitches and key-fob recognition problems; Brake-system complaints: unintended lurching or brake failure during low-speed maneuvers; Forward-collision/camera system activates without an obstacle present or cannot be turned off. Frequency is based on public NHTSA complaint data: patterns, not guarantees.
Is the 2024 Dodge Charger reliable?
All-new Charger Daytona EV with blistering performance and modern tech, but a first-model-year electric platform showing early charging/electrical complaints and no reliability track record yet.
How much did the 2024 Dodge Charger cost new?
Between $59,595 and $68,195 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.
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