# Dodge Charger power steering warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 29 - **Most complaints:** 2015 (8) - **Related recalls:** 0 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 29 owner complaints about the power steering warning light on the Dodge Charger (2015-2026 models), most for the **2015** model year (8). No recall covers the parts behind this light, so a repair is usually at the owner's cost. Drive to a shop this week: If steering still feels normal, you can drive carefully to a shop. ## Dodge Charger power steering warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the power steering light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 8 | 136 | 6% | | 2016 | 7 | 182 | 4% | | 2017 | 5 | 128 | 4% | | 2018 | 2 | 122 | 2% | | 2019 | 4 | 120 | 3% | | 2020 | 1 | 58 | 2% | | 2021 | 1 | 35 | 3% | | 2023 | 1 | 26 | 4% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Is there a recall for the Dodge Charger power steering warning light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. The Dodge Charger has 24 recalls for other parts in 2015-2026; see the [Dodge Charger page](/vehicles/dodge-charger) or check your VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). ## What Dodge Charger owners report - "While driving, all of a sudden the ABS light, power steering light, electrical control message came up, traction control light all came on. For about 15/20 seconds, I had no power steering, and could not brake. Very scary. This happened 3 different times. During one of these times, everything on my dash went black...." -- owner of a 2023 Dodge Charger, complaint filed 2026 - "The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH and making a left turn, the power steering failed to operate properly, causing the steering wheel to become difficult to turn in either direction. The contact stated that the "Electric Power Steering Failure" message was displayed after the failure. The..." -- owner of a 2021 Dodge Charger, complaint filed 2023 - "70mph at night the vehicle shutdown completely resulting in the loss of throttle, power steering and lights. This is an safety issue that can cause death or serious bodily harm to the driver and other drivers along a motorway as the vehicle is no longer able to be seen in low light situations and the vehicle is..." -- owner of a 2020 Dodge Charger, complaint filed 2022 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the power steering warning light means The power steering light means the car has detected a fault in the steering assist system, and steering may feel much heavier, especially at low speed and when parking. On most newer cars with electric power steering, a low battery or charging voltage is a common cause. On older cars with hydraulic steering, low fluid or a slipping belt is more likely. You can still steer without assist, but it takes much more effort. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Low battery or charging voltage** (common) 2. **Electric power steering motor or module fault** (common) 3. **Low power steering fluid (hydraulic systems)** (common) 4. **Steering torque or angle sensor fault** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Power steering warning light](/warning-lights/power-steering). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Dodge Charger power steering light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. A repair is usually at the owner's cost unless the car is under warranty. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, since new recalls are added often. ### Which Dodge Charger years have the most power steering light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2016 and 2017 Charger model years have the most complaints mentioning the power steering warning light, with 8 for 2015. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Dodge Charger with the power steering light on? Drive to a shop this week. If steering still feels normal, you can drive carefully to a shop. If steering becomes heavy, jerky or locks up, or the light is red, pull over and stop driving; have the car towed, because sudden loss of assist at speed or in a tight turn can cause a crash. ### How do I check if my Dodge Charger has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Dodge dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Dodge Charger warning lights - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/dodge-charger): 13 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/dodge-charger): 9 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/dodge-charger): 26 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/dodge-charger): 12 complaints - [Tire pressure (TPMS) light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/tire-pressure/dodge-charger): 5 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/dodge-charger): 20 complaints ## Power steering warning light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ram-1500): 1061 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-colorado): 810 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ford-explorer): 498 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-silverado): 389 complaints - [Honda Civic](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-civic): 387 complaints - [Honda CR-V](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-cr-v): 362 complaints - [Chrysler Pacifica](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chrysler-pacifica): 252 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/jeep-wrangler): 248 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/jeep-grand-cherokee): 231 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/honda-accord): 220 complaints ## Dodge Charger - [Dodge Charger specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/dodge-charger) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/dodge-charger Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.