Cooling fan hit fan shroud breaking off a piece that hit the radiator.. this caused loss of radiator coolant. Fans and radiator had to be replaced along with coolant. According to Dodge forum this problem has been recalled on some same vehicles (2008 Chargers) but mine has not been recalled or notified that this could occur. Fortunately the car was at idle when this happened. No injury occurred. This is a design defect or part failure and owners should be compensated for towing and repair.

- Wilmington, NC, USA

The vehicle was being operated on interstate 264 at a speed of approximately 60 mph. Suddenly, and without warning, the vehicle lost all power and slowed to approximately 10-15 mph. The vehicle had to be towed to a local Dodge dealer where it was determined that the ignition win module had failed which also caused the electronic gear selection module to fail. The failure placed the occupants of the vehicle in extreme peril because it was sudden and on a busy interstate highway. There was absolutely no place to pull off of the roadway because of ongoing construction. The dealer representative stated that this was a common occurrence and that the dealer had replaced thousands of these modules.

- Norfolk, VA, USA

Multi function switch, control module

- Colo Spgs, CO, USA

Vehicle is experiencing major safety defect similar to recent GM ignition recall. On numerous occasions vehicle has experienced sudden engine shut-off at varying speeds including highway 65mph plus. Complete electrical system shut down deactivates all onboard systems, including power-steering, breaking, and air bag deployment. Vehicle shut down occurs randomly. Re-occurrence has been as frequently as hours between similar occurrence to as long as 5,000 miles between occurrences. Vehicle has been in for repairs to dealer without dealer able to recreate defect. Various electrical system parts were replaced without successfully curing the defect. Two separate dealerships recommended wireless ignition (win) module replacement but Chrysler has refused to send the part. Chrysler customer care states that win module is only replaced when vehicle fails to start at all times. Vehicle owner requested replacement part as recommended by certified technicians but Chrysler will not release part to VIN associated vehicle. Therefore, vehicle has not been repaired. Current mileage is 78,000. Identical occurrences have been reported to NHTSA under id numbers: 10294768, 10369140, 10370988, 10386410, 10390065, 10396098, 10508333, 10520262, and 10525632. Vehicle defect has serious potential for death and serious injury due to product failure (airbags failing to deploy).

- Saint Petersburg, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Charger. The contact stated she was unable to start the vehicle. The contact was only able to start the vehicle after pushing the unlock button on the key fob while simultaneously turning the key in the ignition. There was a manufacturers recall related to the failure; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

- Jonesboro, GA, USA

Car failed to start. Battery was tested and was in good shape. Alternator was in good shape as well. I brought the car to my mechanic who told me the ignition switch was defective and there was a backlog with obtaining a new switch. He could not provide an estimate of how long I will be without the car. It will be at least five days under the best circumstances.... this incident is one of a stream of continued repairs that have been costly.... searching on line it is apparent that many people are experiencing the same type issues.... clearly, an investigation should be opened by the NHTSA for a recall.

- Margate, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact also mentioned that over time, the key could not be turned in the ignition. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician stated that the wireless ignition module would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 120,000. The current mileage was 170,000.

- Nottingham, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, the wireless key failed to start the ignition. The vehicle was started and as the contact was shifting into park the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the wireless ignition node needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

- Louiville , KY, USA

Parked my car at a supermarket and went in for approx. 10min. Returned to my vehicle, got in and attempted to start the car and heard a loud bang in the trunk area. After taking it to the Dodge dealer, I was informed that the battery exploded in the trunk of my car.

- Houston, TX, USA

This problem began shortly after I purchased (in 2010) this 60,000 mile one-owner car a 2008 Dodge Charger 5.7L rwd police package. The key fails to be removed from the ignition key switch. The key switch cannot be turned to the "off" position to be removed and stays stuck in the "accessory" position. This is a real safety issue because the key must be left in the ignition switch opening the possibility to vehicle theft or any child or other passerby making entry into the vehicle and starting & driving away. Leaving the key "on" in the accessory position subsequently drains the battery, after only a matter of hours the battery is dead and leaves the owner repeatedly stranded. Leaving the accessory circuits energized for long periods also increases the chances of a vehicle fire. I took the car to a local Dodge dealer in lumberton NJ, they told me it was a defective win module. I paid for the removal & installation of a new win module and the car exhibits the same exact problem as before. I took it back to the dealer to have it verified that it's still occurring and had to argue with them for a refund only to be given dealer credit. The dealer then showed me a Dodge engineer's service bulletin describing this issue perfectly. Often these symptoms are symptomatic of a win module but if the win is not at fault, Dodge states that the "esm" module (electronic shift module) is at fault and needs to be replaced. The esm is located on the steering column in a 2008 Dodge Charger 5.7L rwd police package car and is connected to the column shift gear selector. The Dodge dealer states the esm module is not available for replacement and the entire steering column must be replaced due to the part not available for sale separately. Every other module for the Charger is available for purchase except the esm and Dodge service wants $2400 to needlessly replace the entire column.

- Hammonton , NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the engine failed to start after refueling. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic where a diagnostic was performed, which located the failure at the ignition module. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired; the ignition module unable to be replaced because the part was on back order. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure and current mileage was 99,000.

- Mooresville , IN, USA

Car fails to start due to defective wireless ignition module part #5026296af.since May 10,2013, Chrysler Corp claims the part has been back ordered nationally with no date when part is due as of 7/18/13. The part could also fail when the vehicle is in motion causing unsafe driving conditions. Chrysler will not provide any information other than the part is back ordered.

- Sparta, NJ, USA

Key fob and car had to be reprogrammed, so I had to have my car towed to the dealership to have this done because the car would not start at all. I had to pay $124 for the key fob and another $49.50 for the reprogramming.

- Taylors, SC, USA

The car would not start again. Same thing kept happening again!!! it sounded like a tape was loading in a tape deck. I had it towed to the dealership once again. I was told the tipm needed to be replaced. I had it towed to another dealer, the receiver was replaced but the car would not stay crunk. So they had to replace the tipm in it. I could not get out of it, but now I am financially strapped for cash, because I lost my job at the end of May. I am unable to get my car back because the dealership is telling me that they will not release my car until it's paid in full. I feel like I should not have to because there have been other complaints with Chargers and electrical issues. This should have been a recall issue.

- Taylors, SC, USA

I had just gotten the car back after having the car reprogrammed with the key fob. The car started doing the same thing again. It sounded like a tape deck was loading. Then the car would not crank at all. I had to have it towed to the dealership once again to have the starter replaced! I don't understand why they could not find this out when it was there the first time"?" this ended up costing me $353.27!!! luckily I had just gotten my income tax refund.

- Taylors, SC, USA

Ignition modulator switch shut the car completly down as the was coming to a stop this part attaches into the computer and can go at anytime even when driving. Chrysler has a major back order on this part and has no idea when they can get the part to the dealerships to correct the issue. There are over 1000 vehicles currently with issue across the usa. I have checked with dealerships from NJ as far as mo after they check the database in the parts department I get the same answer no part in stock.

- Woodbridge, VA, USA

1 solution 2008 Dodge Charger the esp/bas light comes on when I make a left turn and stays on for a while and the resets. This is a re-occurring issue. Was told by Dodge that steering column may have to be repaired. (was this a recall for Dodge?). the car seems to be difficult to steer due to the car being very "loose" and feels as if the car is not aligned but recently had new alignment done. Also, left rear driver's side door lock will not work. The window works fine but the door lock has stopped functioning. Have had issues with rotors since I purchased the car with only 17 miles on it. Rotors replaced several times and was even told that the rotors were warped in factor installation.

- Lenoir, NC, USA

There is a rubber boot on the right side of the trunk lid that contains wires for the trunk release. After examing a few online forums about why the trunk lid wasn't releasing after the button was pushed on the dashboard, the forums said to look under the rubber boot for stretched and broken wires. Sure enough I pulled back the rubber boot and found the broken wires. It probably has something to do with the way the wires are being stretched when the trunk is opening and closing, I feel this can be an electrical and a fire hazard especially because the trunk release isn't fused at all in the fuse panel.

- Bay Shore, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the wireless key failed. The contact was unable to start the vehicle because of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the wireless control module needed to be replaced. The dealer stated that the part was on back order until July. The failure and the current mileage was 75,000.

- King George, VA, USA

The car started to show problems weeks before breaking down. Sometimes the engine would start as soon as I turn the key on and other times I had to wait four to six second before the engine would start. One morning I tried to turn the car on but not even a click. I took the car to the dealer by recharging the battery to turn it on. The dealer diagnosed my car with wireless control module failure and consequently they had to program a new key. I purchased the extended warranty and was assured every part on the car was covered except for the usual; tires, brake pads etc. I ended up paying out of my pocket and the repair was not cheap. After doing some research I learned that there is a recall on the newer models for the same reason. Additionally, sometimes my stereo turns of, my windows do not roll down and turning signals go off. This car has too many problems. Current mileage is 38,458 miles.

- Santa Ana, CA, USA