2013 Dodge Charger Police recalls and problems

The 2013 Dodge Charger Police has 1 safety recall and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Dodge dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2013 Dodge Charger Police vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Dodge Charger Police recalls

Recall 16V-739: Electrical System

Reported Oct 13, 2016 · 74,811 vehicles affected · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.

Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S68.

2013 Dodge Charger Police problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Fuel/Propulsion System	5
Engine	2
Electrical System	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 85,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2013 Dodge Charger Police complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Jun 20, 2019

The auxiliary fuel pump module located under rear seat will leak fuel into the cab, causing a strong smell of gasoline after filling up. Gas will actively leak out from pressurization and form a puddle of gas that sits on top of plastic module. This will happen when the vehicle is filled up with gas and leaks out whether vehicle is running or not

Engine · at 80,000 miles · reported Mar 22, 2019

The contact owns a 2013 dodge charger police RWD. While driving various speeds, the vehicle would shut off intermittently and the malfunction indicator lamp illuminated. The vehicle was towed back to the police station. An independent mechanic diagnosed that there were melted wires inside the fuel tank. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The fuel pump was repaired by the mechanic. The failure mileage was 80,000.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 150,000 miles · reported Feb 1, 2019

While replacing the fuel tank for a crack (Of unknown origin) examined the fuel pump. On the side of the pump, inside the tank, a brown heating mark was found in the roof of the pump, where the black and yellow wires pass through the body. This in the same location of where at least 6 other vehicles had burn through of the roof, allowing fuel to escape under the back seat.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 80,602 miles · reported Jul 31, 2018

While inspecting cars, discovered how hot the top of the fuel pump was, unit 252. On inspection of the wiring connection, found scorching in the connector. On 6 other cars this has resulted in a pin hole melt through in the top of the fuel pump allowing gas to escape under the back seat. This is the ninth such vehicle in 18 months, with us.

Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Jul 30, 2018

The wiring harness above the fuel pump became hot enough to begin melting a hole in the top of the fuel tank cover which would have allowed fuel to escape out of the tank, under the back seat, through the electrical connection. This was discovered when gas was smelled in the unit, we will call 255, and fuel was found on top of the unit under the passenger side back seat. We think this fuel leak was caused by a o-ring leak where a fuel line connects to the top of this filter loaded device/sensor. Doing due diligence, our mechanic checked also the interior of the fuel pump behind the driver side…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Dodge Charger Police have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Dodge Charger Police: 16V-739 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Dodge Charger Police?

Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (5 reports), followed by engine (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 85,000 miles.

Are Dodge recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Dodge dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.