2013 Dodge Charger: Alternator faulty
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2013 Charger report: alternator faulty. CarComplaints.com lists 3 owner complaints, average mileage 61,850 miles.
NHTSA has 167 owner complaints for the 2013 Charger in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11755399 (filed 08/07/2026): “A few weeks ago i was traveling on unfamiliar curvy roads. it had recently rained. i fishtailed going through the curve, and my breaks locked up. not long after i had the famous “christmas tree lights” on my dash which are the abs, break, and fcw. went to adva…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11675779 (filed 07/23/2025): “The abs module lights came on and is not functioning properly. i contacted the dealership and the part has been on back order for years. the abs light, traction, and brake light is on simultaneously. subsequently my wheel is locked up causing my car to not mov…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace alternator (2 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $650 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
Estimated repair cost: alternator replacement
Average shop cost
$240
Range $100–$415 (labor)
1.0–3.0 h × $100–$139/h estimated shop labor rate
Parts not included.
Average mobile mechanic cost
$360
Range $150–$625 (labor)
Shop labor × 1.5 (mobile convenience premium)
Parts not included.
Estimates only, not a quote. Actual prices vary by vehicle, shop and location. See the estimate for your city → · About this repair and its cost
Same repair on other models: 2013 Dodge Durango: Alternator stopped working
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