2023 Dodge Charger: Electrical System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints for the 2023 Dodge Charger that list the electrical system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11744212 (filed 06/15/2026): “The contact owns a 2023 dodge charger. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. the contact was able to safely move to a parking lot; however, the vehicle could not be shifted into park(p). the vehicle was taken to an independent mechan…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11727761 (filed 03/29/2026): “1)the powertrain runs very loud while standing still with the car on .2)the brakes are not that good because they still roll once you put your foot on the brakes .3)also,the back up camera screen goes black or blue ,also flickering a lot which is unsafe and unreliable.there may be an electrical prob…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11724914 (filed 03/17/2026): “The contact owns a 2023 dodge charger. the contact stated that the “service shifter” message was intermittently displayed. while driving 60 mph, the message was displayed and the vehicle shut off immediately. the vehicle was unable to be driven and was shifted into park. after shifting into park and…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
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
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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