2014 Dodge Charger: Shifting problems
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 Charger report: shifting problems. CarComplaints.com lists 6 owner complaints, average mileage 10,500 miles.
NHTSA has 60 owner complaints for the 2014 Charger in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11668823 (filed 06/24/2025): “The contact owns a 2014 dodge charger. the contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message "service transmission" displayed, with a grinding sound coming from the transmission. the cause of the failure was not yet determined. the vehicle was taken…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11636115 (filed 01/15/2025): “Automatic transmission control module/unit is bad car won't start…”
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: the transmission was replaced (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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