NHTSA Complaint #11671146 — 2023 DODGE CHARGER

The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became firm. Upon inspection underneath the vehicle, the contact discovered that the front suspension bolts had severe corrosion. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer and a second dealer, Jerry Ulm Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM (2966 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33607), where the vehicle was determined to be performing as designed. The contact stated that later, while driving, an unknown object punctured the rear passenger side tire, and the vehicle was taken to a third dealer, Courtesy Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Tampa (9207 E Adamo Dr, Tampa, FL 336190), who determined that all four tires showed abnormal wear and tear. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.