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2015 Dodge Challenger — 5.7L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 Challenger 5.7L. Covers both the standard and High Output 5.7L.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine 5.7LTransmission Automatic 8-spd

The 2015 Dodge Challenger 5.7L is a passenger car built on the LA platform, pairing a 5.7L engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission. This specification utilizes 7.0 quarts of 5W-20 API engine oil and delivers an EPA rating of 16/25/19 mpg. With 126 total owner complaints and six recalls, this model year falls between the 2010 peak of 298 complaints and the 2022 low of nine within the 2008-2023 history, with the power train cited as the top complaint area.

Model year201920182017201620152014

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 APIOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy16/25/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 730 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size275/40R20OEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE alt 04884899AC
Engine air filter04861746AB alt 68172459AA
Spark plugSP149125AF alt SP143877AB
BatteryBBH7F001AA
Front wiper blades68015148AA
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 05184894AA
Cabin air filter68535614AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length197.6 in
Overall width75.6 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase116.1 in
Curb weight4083 lb
Track (front / rear)63 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 25 / 19 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelMidgrade Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent published road-test results.

5.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.10 sec — 2015 R/T Coupe
375 hpHorsepower (as tested)
410 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2015R/T Coupe 5.7L V85.10 sec13.70 sec375 hpRWD
2011R/T Coupe 5.7L V85.00 sec13.50 sec372 hpRWD
2009R/T Coupe 5.7L V85.10 sec13.60 sec372 hpRWD
2009R/T Coupe 5.7L V85.10 sec13.60 sec372 hpRWD
2009R/T Coupe 5.7L V85.40 sec13.80 sec372 hpRWD
2009R/T Coupe 5.7L V86.20 sec14.50 sec372 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7.0 qt of 5W-20 API engine oil, Synthetic · SAE 75W85 · API · GL-5 · SAE 75W85 · SAE 75W85 in the differential, DOT 3 · SAE J1703 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidMopar part number 68218925AA
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0
Brake FluidDOT 3 · SAE J1703
Differential Gear OilSynthetic · SAE 75W85 · API · GL-5 · SAE 75W85 · SAE 75W85
Differential Gear Oil Capacity195 Rear Axle
Engine Coolant Capacity14.7
Engine OilAPI · SAE 5W · MS-6395
Engine Oil Capacity7.0 qt

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts8.8
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts23
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts8.8
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts22
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts8.8
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts22
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts8.8

Chassis torques

Driveshaft Flange to Transmission72.0 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub170 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub Bearing Housing BoltsINSTALL A NEW HUB NUT. ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance0.6-0.9 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance6,000-9,000 ohms
Spark Plug ManufacturerMopar
Spark Plug Gap.043 in
Spark Plug Torque11-15 (1) ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance730 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test15 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief16-21 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature195 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58.0 + or - 5.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58+/-5 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)56-60 psi
Engine Compression100 min psi
Engine CompressionAll gasoline 100 psi / Max Variation 1 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 44; Rear: 43 /; Front: 44; Rear: 23
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 121; Rear: 98 /; Front: 98; Rear: 81
ABS Sensor Torque8.5 / NS
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.040; Rear: 0.040 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.040; Rear: 17; Rear: 18
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation.0004
Maximum Rotor Runout.0014 When measured on vehicle

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
190
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
2Bolts 11-1515 ft. lbs
3Bolts 1-1045 ft. lbs
4Bolts 11-1521 ft. lbs
5Bolts 1-1090 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 20,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 30,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 40,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (inspect)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2015 Dodge Challenger represents a transitional point in the generation's reliability arc. Complaints declined from 146 in 2014 to 126 in 2015, continuing the downward trend that began after the peak complaint years of 2009-2010, and this figure would drop further to just 78 in 2016. However, 2015 stands out with 2 NHTSA investigations—tying the highest count in the dataset alongside 2009—and a dramatic spike in TSBs to 350, up from 200 in 2014 and 278 in 2016, suggesting the manufacturer was actively issuing service bulletins to address issues discovered in earlier model years. The top complaint areas were Power Train (18) and Engine (11), with 16 crash-related complaints and 3 fire-related complaints recorded. The data does not specify the root causes of the elevated investigation count or TSB volume for this specific year. Compared to the broader generation, 2015 falls in the middle of the reliability improvement trajectory—not as troubled as the early years but before the more settled 2016-2017 period. This makes the 2015 a moderate risk option; it benefits from declining complaint trends but carries the uncertainty of being a model year where significant technical service activity was underway, and buyers should verify that all applicable recalls and TSBs have been completed.

6
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
350
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
126
Owner complaints
16 involved a crash · 3 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 126 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train18
Engine11
Unknown Or Other10
Air Bags8
Electrical System6
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Seats4
Steering4

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18E053000Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)Reported 12/07/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler…

18V332000Electrical System:WiringReported 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… Remedy: Chrysler 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 350 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S2621000003 REV.A2026-03-09Power TrainThe vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the…
S26080000102026-03-05Electrical SystemActive Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00…
1084632025-11-18Service BrakesPAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE
1084642025-11-17Service BrakesPAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE
31-001-25 REV. B2025-08-16StructureAluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2015 Challenger 5.7L take?

7.0 qt of API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix., per the factory manual.

Does the 2015 Challenger have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 5.7L get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 25 highway / 19 combined mpg.