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Quick asked in Cars & TransportationBuying & Selling · 1 decade ago

Should I take my chances with the 2011 dodge charger?

I'm turning fifteen and my parents promised me a car and I really like the 2011 dodge charger but I also know it has somewhat questionale reliability and I'm considering the V6 version and this is the reliability data for it if you want to see for yourselves (This reliability data is owned by Consumer Reports)

ENGINE MAJOR: Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger and timing chain or belt.

ENGINE MINOR: Oil leaks, accessory and pulleys, engine mounts, engine knock or ping.

ENGINE COOLING: Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

TRANSMISSION (AND CLUTCH)-MAJOR: Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

TRANSMISSION (AND CLUTCH)-MINOR: Gear selector and linkage, coolers and lines, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, hydraulics (clutch master or slave cylinder); rough shifting, slipping transmission.

DRIVE SYSTEM: Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure.

FUEL SYSTEM: Check-engine light, sensors (O2 or oxygen sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, engine computer, fuel cap, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, fuel leaks, stalling or hesitation.

ENGINE ELECTRICAL: Starter, alternator, hybrid battery and related system, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, distributor or rotor failure, spark plugs and wires failure.

CLIMATE SYSTEM: A/C compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heating system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

SUSPENSION: Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

BRAKES: Antilock system (ABS), parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, rotors, pulsation or vibration, squeaking, premature wear, failure.

PAINT/TRIM/RUST: Paint (fading, chalking, peeling or cracking), loose exterior trim or moldings, rust.

BODY INTEGRITY (Squeaks or rattles): Seals, and/or weather stripping, loose interior trim and moldings, air and water leaks, wind noise.

BODY HARDWARE (Power or manual): Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (movement and temperature), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defects.

POWER EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES: Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, alarm or security system, remote engine start.

AUDIO SYSTEM (excluding aftermarket systems): radio, speakers, antenna; cassette, CD, or DVD player; video screen, iPod & MP3 interface; SYNC, OnStar, Bluetooth; navigation system (GPS), backup camera/sensors.

2006 Dodge Charger

ENGINE MAJOR: Above Average

ENGINE MINOR: Excellent

ENGINE COOLING: Excellent

TRANSMISSION (AND CLUTCH)-MAJOR: Excellent

TRANSMISSION (AND CLUTCH)-MINOR: Poor

DRIVE SYSTEM: Below Average

FUEL SYSTEM: Average

ELECTRICAL: Excellent

CLIMATE SYSTEM: Poor

SUSPENSION: Poor

BRAKES: Poor

PAINT/TRIM/RUST: Above Average

BODY INTEGRITY (Squeaks or rattles): Below Average

BODY HARDWARE (Power or manual): Below Average

POWER EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES: Average

AUDIO SYSTEM (excluding aftermarket systems): Excellent

OVERALL RELIABILITY - Below Average

2007 Dodge Charger

ENGINE MAJOR: Excellent

ENGINE MINOR: Above Average

ENGINE COOLING: Excellent

TRANSMISSION (AND CLUTCH)-MAJOR: Excellent

TRANSMISSION (AND CLUTCH)-MINOR: Poor

DRIVE SYSTEM: Excellent

FUEL SYSTEM: Below Average

ELECTRICAL: Excellent

CLIMATE SYSTEM: Poor

SUSPENSION: Poor

BRAKES: Above Average

PAINT/TRIM/RUST: Above Average

BODY INTEGRITY (Squeaks or rattles): Above Average

BODY HARDWARE (Power or manual): Above Average

POWER EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES: Above Average

AUDIO SYSTEM (excluding aftermarket systems): Excellent

OVERALL RELIABILITY - Average

2008 Dodge Charger

ENGINE MAJOR: Excellent

ENGINE MINOR: Excellent

ENGINE COOLING: Excellent

TRANSMISSION (AND CLUTCH)-MAJOR: Above average

TRANSMISSION (AND CLUTCH)-MINOR: Below Average

DRIVE SYSTEM: Above Average

FUEL SYSTEM: Above Average

ELECTRICAL: Above Average

CLIMATE SYSTEM: Average

SUSPENSION: Above Average

BRAKES: Poor

PAINT/TRIM/RUST: Excellent

BODY INTEGRITY (Squeaks or rattles): Above Average

BODY HARDWARE (Power or manual): Average

POWER EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES: Below Average

AUDIO SYSTEM (excluding aftermarket systems): Below Average

OVERALL RELIABILITY - Below Average

2009 charger N/A

2010 charger reliability - Average

Also, how's the dealership service/

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  • Chris
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago
    Favorite Answer

    The 2011 Charger is totally redone for 11 and should be the best ever? While Dodge in general is not known for reliability and resale value. their build quality has improved.

    To compare the 2006 wi.th the 2011, there is no comparison. Look at the october or november car & driver mag. They did a cover story on the 2011 charger and it was excellent.

    You will need to look at the V6 instead of the HEMI because a 16 year old with a high power, brand new car will be VERY expensive to insure. The V6 alone will still be "jaw dropping" as it is.

  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

    2011 Dodge Charger Reliability

    Source(s): https://shorte.im/a9Zpx
  • Matt
    Lv 6
    1 decade ago

    keep in mind that the V6 offered on the 2011 charger is a brand new V6 completely for dodge. Its a 3.8 or 3.9L V-6 that puts out 300 or 310 horses. So really you cant say its going to have the same problems as the 2.7 V6 and the 3.5 HO V6 as the past chargers. I say go for it.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Don't get it!!!!! My 07 Charger is in the shop and its going to cost $825 to fix the rear wheel bearings both sides.

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  • Robin
    Lv 4
    5 years ago

    Yes, the prior year model can be bought cheaper when the new ones come out, check with your dealer for price, etc....

  • ?
    1 decade ago

    If you like the car I would go for it, just get it with a long warranty.

  • Cody
    1 decade ago

    2011 dodge charger id say go for it if ur parents wanna buy it for you, if theres an issue with it then since its new u cld just complain to dodge and they will fix it. nice car, geez i wish my parents would buy me a new charger, i had to buy my own used civic as my first car, then i bought my 2nd car myself. lucky kiddd!

  • The Flaming Raven
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    Yes it's an awesome car with good reviews and your friends will be jealous.

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    Source(s): The Raven.
  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    I'M TOO LAZY TO READ ALL THAT ****ING ****!!!!!!!!!!!!

    So all I'm going to tell you is buy American.

    And the Charger is American.

    Good Luck!

    -TOYOTA SUCKS

  • masud newaz
    1 decade ago

    I think it is not bad.

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