NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Dodge Charger Safety Ratings
The 2022 Dodge Charger scores 86 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 11 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Dodge Charger AWD earned a respectable 86/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Strong band for overall safety. This score is underpinned by solid crash-test results from NHTSA, though it represents a two-point decrease from the 2021 model. Federal records show three recalls for this model year.
The 2022 Dodge Charger AWD received a NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100 and an overall NHTSA crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Dodge Charger ranks 59 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 86 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 10.1% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 11 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 59 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Dodge Charger?
The 2022 Dodge Charger AWD represents a slight but real decline in the NHTSA Safety Index compared to its immediate predecessor. The 2021 model held an 88 out of 100 in the Strong band; this year the score settles at 86 out of 100, also Strong, but the two-point drop is traceable to the defect record component, which lands at 15.25 out of a possible 20. Three recalls in a single model year, including two distinct TPMS campaigns and a shifter assembly heat-treatment defect, are the defining safety story for this specific year. The crash protection score of 65 out of 70 remains a genuine strength, anchored by that 5-star overall NHTSA result and perfect side and rollover scores. The avoidance tech score of 6 out of 10 reflects that both forward collision warning and lane departure warning are optional rather than standard, while electronic stability control is standard equipment. For buyers weighing this specific year, the recall volume is the most year-specific concern, and the TPMS issue appearing twice in the same model year is worth particular attention.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Dodge Charger perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Dodge Charger AWD earned a 5 out of 5 star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Its side impact and rollover protection ratings were both 5 out of 5 stars, with the latter reflecting a 10 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" result in dynamic testing. Frontal crash protection was rated at 4 out of 5 stars.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16457
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Dodge Charger have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover this model year. Two separate campaigns target the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, issued in July and October of the same model year. A third recall addresses the powertrain column shift assembly, where improper heat treatment of the shifter assembly was identified. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the provided data, but buyers should verify remedy status by VIN.
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY22V866000
Risk: An improperly engaged shifter assembly may slip out of the "drive" position, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall ZB3.
Reported 2022-11-23
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS22V808000
Risk: Inoperative TPMS sensors will not alert the driver to low tire pressure. In addition, a TPMS warning light that is already illuminated from a failed battery sensor will mask an actual tire pressure failure issue. Either of these scenarios can result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the TPMS sensors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB5. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-504.
Reported 2022-10-27
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS22V504000
Risk: Inoperative TPMS sensors will not alert the driver to low tire pressure. In addition, a TPMS warning light that is already illuminated from a failed battery sensor will mask an actual tire pressure failure issue. Either of these scenarios can result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the TPMS sensors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z68.
Reported 2022-07-14
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Dodge Charger?
Eleven owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The top components cited in these unverified allegations are the Fuel and Propulsion System, Electrical System, Air Bags, and Engine, each with three reported incidents, alongside two involving the powertrain. These are consumer allegations, not established findings.
11 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Dodge Charger?
Any shopper considering this 4-year-old vehicle should run the VIN through the NHTSA recall database before purchase. All three recall campaigns, the two TPMS issues and the shifter assembly defect, may or may not have been remedied by a prior owner. Confirm completion of each remedy in writing.
- The 2022 model year Safety Index of 86 out of 100 is two points lower than the 2021 model year score of 88, driven by a defect record component of 15.25 out of 20 tied to three active recall campaigns.
- Two separate TPMS recall campaigns were issued for this specific model year, making tire pressure monitoring system remedy verification a priority check for any used-market buyer.
- A third recall specific to this year involves the column shift assembly, where improper heat treatment of the shifter was identified as a powertrain concern shared with certain 2022 Durango vehicles.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are optional, not standard, on this model year configuration, which contributes to an avoidance tech score of 6 out of 10 in the Safety Index breakdown.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Dodge Charger places
The 2022 Dodge Charger qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Dodge Charger safety questions
Was the 2022 Dodge Charger crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Dodge Charger, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Dodge Charger crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Dodge Charger earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 10.1%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Dodge Charger have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Dodge Charger. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Dodge Charger?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 11 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Dodge Charger. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Charger years
Rivals in Sedan (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16457), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Dodge Charger 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 59 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.