# Dodge Charger traction control light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 20 - **Most complaints:** 2015 (8) - **Related recalls:** 0 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 20 owner complaints about the traction control 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: Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. ## Dodge Charger traction control light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the traction control light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 8 | 136 | 6% | | 2016 | 5 | 182 | 3% | | 2017 | 3 | 128 | 2% | | 2018 | 3 | 122 | 2% | | 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 traction control 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 - "Lcd screen detaching from the glass which causes the heating and air to not work properly, the stereo, gps, heated and cooling seats contraction control, pretty much all inside functions." -- owner of a 2018 Dodge Charger, complaint filed 2020 - "-The ABS and traction control systems have shown warning lights. The vehicle has experienced multiple issues including a BUS power system failure, faulty wiring under the middle console, and problems with the shifter. Additionally, there have been issues with overheating and red fluid leakage, brake system shaking,..." -- owner of a 2017 Dodge Charger, complaint filed 2025 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the traction control light means A flashing traction control light is normal: it means the system is cutting power or braking a wheel to stop it from spinning on a slippery surface. A light that stays on means traction or stability control is turned off or has a fault, often a wheel speed sensor that also triggers the ABS light. The car drives normally, but it is easier to skid. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **System switched off** (common) 2. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (common) 3. **Engine fault disabling the system** (common) 4. **Steering angle sensor needs calibration** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Traction control light](/warning-lights/traction-control). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Dodge Charger traction control 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 traction control light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2016 and 2017 Charger model years have the most complaints mentioning the traction control 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 traction control light on? Drive to a shop this week. Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. Slow down in rain, snow or ice, and get it checked soon if the ABS or red brake light is also on. ### 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 - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/dodge-charger): 29 complaints - [Tire pressure (TPMS) light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/tire-pressure/dodge-charger): 5 complaints ## Traction control light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ram-1500): 372 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-silverado): 337 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-wrangler): 247 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/gmc-sierra): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-traverse): 133 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-grand-cherokee): 132 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-colorado): 128 complaints - [Chevrolet Malibu](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-malibu): 110 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-cherokee): 92 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ford-explorer): 81 complaints ## Dodge Charger - [Dodge Charger specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/dodge-charger) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/dodge-charger Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.