What is a Carchieve vehicle history report?

A Carchieve report is a complete safety and records check on any U.S. vehicle. Enter the 17-character VIN and you get the decoded vehicle identity and full specifications, every open safety recall, owner-reported complaints by system, official NHTSA crash-test ratings, and a buyer action plan, in one clean report and a downloadable PDF.

How is Carchieve different from a typical VIN lookup?

Carchieve doesn't just dump raw data. It authenticates the VIN, organizes every federal safety record into a buyer-ready dossier, scores the vehicle, and tells you exactly what to inspect, ask and verify before you pay, the way a careful mechanic would read the car.

How fast will I get my report?

Reports are generated in under a minute. As soon as your VIN is checked against the recall, complaint, ratings and identity databases, your report and PDF are ready to view and download.

Can I buy more than one report?

Yes. A single report is $24.99. If you're comparing several cars, the 3- and 5-report bundles save you money per report and the extra credits stay in your account until you use them.

What information do I need to run a report?

Only the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is on the lower-left corner of the windshield, the driver-side door jamb, and the vehicle title or registration.

Where does the data come from?

Every report is built from authoritative U.S. vehicle databases, including the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall, complaint and 5-Star safety-rating programs and the federal VIN product information catalog. Carchieve authenticates the VIN check digit so you know the identity is genuine.

Can I share the report with a seller or mechanic?

Yes. Every report includes a professionally formatted PDF you can download, print, or forward to a private seller, dealer, or mechanic to support your buying decision.

2018 Dodge Charger Recalls: 6 Campaigns, 122 Complaints & Ratings

The 2018 Dodge Charger has 6 safety recall campaigns and 122 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Charger had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Campaign 20V512000 · 27/08/2020

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicles equipped with a "stealth mode." When stealth mode is selected, the backup camera rearview image will not display when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

RiskThe lack of a back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

RemedyChrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update body control module software to disable stealth mode when the vehicle is shifted into "Reverse", free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W62.

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Campaign 18V280000 · 01/05/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.

RiskIf the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.

RemedyChrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Campaign 18V332000 · 17/05/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

RiskIf the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

RemedyChrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Campaign 18V281000 · 01/05/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.

RiskIf the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

RemedyChrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Campaign 18V524000 · 09/08/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

RiskA vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

RemedyChrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR

Campaign 24V198000 · 14/03/2024

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.

RiskAn inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.

RemedyDealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.

What owners complain about

The systems 2018 Dodge Charger owners report most often to federal regulators:

Electrical System45

Unknown Or Other33

Structure19

Engine11

Power Train10

Service Brakes6

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Dodge Charger have any recalls?

Yes. The 2018 Dodge Charger has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.

What problems do 2018 Dodge Charger owners report?

Owners have filed 122 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2018 Dodge Charger, most often about the electrical system, unknown or other, structure.

How do I check a specific Charger's history?

Enter the 17-character VIN into Carchieve. You get the recalls, owner complaints and crash ratings shown here for that exact vehicle, plus full decoded specifications and a guided title and odometer check.

2018 Dodge Charger: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

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Safety recalls

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR

What owners complain about

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Dodge Charger have any recalls?

What problems do 2018 Dodge Charger owners report?

How do I check a specific Charger's history?

Check a specific 2018 Dodge Charger

2018 Dodge Charger: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

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Safety recalls

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR

What owners complain about

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Dodge Charger have any recalls?

What problems do 2018 Dodge Charger owners report?

How do I check a specific Charger's history?

Check a specific 2018 Dodge Charger

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