2014 Dodge Charger: Loud noise
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 Charger report: loud noise. CarComplaints.com lists 2 owner complaints, average mileage 62,750 miles.
NHTSA has 64 owner complaints for the 2014 Charger in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11630922 (filed 12/16/2024): “The contact owned a 2014 dodge charger. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and then lost motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was able to restart however, the failure recurred. the…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11582123 (filed 04/10/2024): “My brakes went out on me and couldn't stop. my engine has been overheating and making a weird ticking noise.the front suspension is loose and has caused me to hydroplane on the highway and slide…”
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: replacing failed rocker/rocker arm (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $2,000 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
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