2018 Dodge Charger: Sunroof spontaneously shattered
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2018 Charger report: sunroof spontaneously shattered. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 6,600 miles.
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints for the 2018 Charger in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11456737 (filed 03/15/2022): “I viewed the recalls and it’s still having the same issues like it’s never been fixed, first off when i start the car it has a foul gas odor and the dealership said it was okay but i’m more than positive it’s an exhaust leak, also when i first got the car the …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11232181 (filed 07/16/2019): “I was driving on the highway and out of no where my sunroof exploded. i was going the speed limit and to my knowledge nothing hit me. thank god my sunroof shade was pulled forward or else glass would've been coming at my infant daughter and myself at 70 mph. i…”
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: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Leaks can often be traced with a water test and resealed; glass replacement is a pro job. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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