Car diagnostics for a 2012 Dodge Challenger
Car diagnostics for the 2012 Dodge Challenger: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 11.3 to 13.9 L/100 km
- Body
- Midsize Cars

A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2012 Dodge Challenger for car diagnostics
- Body: midsize cars (EPA size class).
2012 Dodge Challenger: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.6 L | 5.7 L | 5.7 L | 6.4 L | 6.4 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 27 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 20 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,200 | US$4,000 | US$4,550 | US$4,850 | US$4,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,504 | $3,906 | $4,586 | $4,830 | $4,866 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Dodge Challenger
- NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 253 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (140), air bags (47) and engine (25). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V018000 | 2019-01-15 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to... |
| 18V021000 | 2018-01-09 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico,... |
| 17V435000 | 2017-07-10 | electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp... |
| 16V352000 | 2016-05-24 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500... |
| 14V634000 | 2014-10-08 | electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator... |
| 13V118000 | 2013-04-03 | air bags | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured April 11, 2011, through December 14, 2011. The affected vehicles may have improperly sized terminal crimps on the seat side-airbag wiring harness which may cause the seat... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car diagnostics: how we help
Need a diagnostic check for the 2012 Dodge Challenger? We arrange it with a trusted shop; the work is never done by CarmaCars. A steady check engine light needs a check soon; a flashing one means pull over safely and get help.
Before the shop sees your Challenger
Bring the owner's manual or service records if you have them. Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. If you have the service history of your Challenger, have it ready for the shop. It runs the 3.6L 6-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive.
Our part and the shop's part
We follow up until the shop has the car booked in. Send a request with the car and what it needs; a person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one. We can deliver a rental to you while your car is at the shop.
A car meanwhile
If the repair runs long, keep the rental longer. Rent for as long as the job takes, by the day or the week. We bring the car to your address in the Toronto area, or you collect it for free.
Getting a clear quote
If the car must stay overnight, ask where it will be kept. Ask whether the shop will check anything related while the car is there. Ask for the work to be listed line by line on the invoice.
Small things that help
Replace wiper blades when they streak; it matters in rain and snow. Check that all lights work every few weeks. Do not ignore a warning light; an early check often costs less than a late repair.
Questions first?
Ask us, and we tell you whether we can arrange it.
Request car diagnostics
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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