Dodge Challenger LC
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
717–808 PS
6.2L Supercharged V8 Benzin
Hellcat — 717 hp, RWD, wheelspin in 3rd gear
Legendary!Engine Overview
The Dodge Challenger LC is available with 6 engine variants — from 305 to 808 hp.
The Dodge Challenger GT AWD (Petrol, 305 PS) has the Pentastar-3.6-LC (3.6L V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 3 known weaknesses.
The Dodge Challenger R/T (Petrol, 375 PS) has the Hemi-5.7-LC (5.7L Hemi V8) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.
The Dodge Challenger SRT 392 (Petrol, 485 PS) has the Hemi-6.4-LC (6.4L Hemi V8 (392)) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.
The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat (Petrol, 717 PS) has the Hellcat-6.2-LC (6.2L Supercharged V8) — rated: "Be Careful", 3 known weaknesses.
The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye (Petrol, 797 PS) has the Hellcat-6.2-LC (6.2L Supercharged V8) — rated: "Be Careful", 3 known weaknesses.
The Dodge Challenger SXT (Petrol, 305 PS) has the Pentastar-3.6-LC (3.6L V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 3 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| TIPM failure — total electrical chaos (2008-2014) Totally Integrated Power Module controls all electrical functions. Internal defect causes random failures: fuel pump dies, windows cycle on their own, horn sounds randomly. Affects 22-34% of 2008-2014 vehicles. Symptoms: Random no-start, door locks cycling, fuel pump relay failure, windows operating by themselves from 112,000 km | Medium | |
| Alternator failure — recall (2011-2014) Alternator diode fails from electro-hydraulic steering loads. Failed diode shorts, causing heat and smoke. NHTSA recall 14V634000 covers 2011-2014 with 3.6L and 5.7L. Free dealer repair. Symptoms: Dimming headlights, battery saver mode, dashboard flickering, engine stall from 130,000 km | Low |
Top Reported Issues
Alternatives
Known Problems and Issues
A total of 24 weaknesses have been documented for the Dodge Challenger LC (2008–2023) — 14 engine-related and 10 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Interior, Rust, Gearbox.
Challenger (Hemi-5.7-LC, 2009–2023) — Be Careful: MDS lifter failure — camshaft destruction, Water pump failure, Hemi tick — harmless or catastrophic. Power: 375 PS.
Challenger (Pentastar-3.6-LC, 2011–2023) — Be Careful: Rocker arm tick, Oil filter housing leak — plastic cracks, Timing chain tensioner stretch (2011-2013). Power: 305 PS.
Challenger (Hemi-6.4-LC, 2011–2023) — Be Careful: MDS lifter failure — $15,000 engine replacement, Piston failure under forced induction (modified only), Exhaust manifold stud breakage. Power: 485 PS.
Challenger (Hellcat-6.2-LC, 2015–2023) — Be Careful: Intercooler leak — coolant in cylinders, Supercharger snout bearing failure (2015-2017), Heat soak — power reduction after hard pulls. Power: 717 PS.
Challenger (Hellcat-6.2-LC, 2019–2023) — Be Careful: Intercooler leak — coolant in cylinders, Supercharger snout bearing failure (2015-2017), Heat soak — power reduction after hard pulls. Power: 797 PS.
What to watch out for with the Dodge Challenger? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee