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2022 Dodge Challenger

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Challenger.

The 2022 Dodge Challenger is built on the classic rear‑wheel‑drive platform that underpins the model’s muscular identity, and its powertrain is serviced with a 6.0‑quart oil capacity using 5W‑20 viscosity fluid. With only nine owner complaints recorded for this year—by far the lowest count in a reliability record that spans from 2008 to 2023—the Challenger’s 2022 iteration marks a notable dip in reported issues, despite seat‑belt concerns remaining the most frequent complaint area and two recalls logged. This position at the bottom of the complaint spectrum suggests a comparatively strong reliability standing for the current model year within the vehicle’s long‑term history.

Model year202320222021202020172008198319821981

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque130.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R - Battery is vented to the outside of the vehicle. · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04884899AC. 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 - Battery is vented to the outside of the vehicle. · 730 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size245/45ZR20 99YOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04884899AC alt 04892339BE
Engine air filter68424622AA alt 04861746AB
Spark plugSP196724AC alt SP143877AB
Battery56029635AD
Front wiper blades68015148AA
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 05184894AA
Cabin air filter68575487AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length197.6 in
Overall width75.6 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase116.1 in
Curb weight4116 lb
Track (front / rear)63 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

Independent road tests for the Challenger of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.4–6.3 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.40 sec — 2018 SRT Hellcat Widebody Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2021392 Scat Pack Widebody Coupe 6.4L V84.20 sec12.70 sec485 hpRWD
2021T/A Coupe 5.3L V85.00 sec13.60 sec—RWD
2023SRT Super Stock Coupe 6.2L Supercharger V83.60 sec11.40 sec807 hpRWD
2023Black Ghost Coupe 6.2L Supercharger V83.90 sec11.80 sec807 hpRWD
2023R/T Scat Pack Widebody Shakedown Coupe 6.4L V84.00 sec12.50 sec485 hpRWD
2019SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Coupe 6.2L Supercharger V83.70 sec11.80 sec797 hpRWD
2019SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Coupe 6.2L Supercharger V83.70 sec11.40 sec797 hpRWD
2019SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Coupe 6.2L Supercharger V83.80 sec11.60 sec797 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 6.0 qt of 5W-20 engine oil, Front: 175 FIA; Rear: 230 LSD in the differential, DOT 3 · DOT 3 · DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 130.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 3 · DOT 3 · DOT 4
Differential Gear OilFront: 175 FIA; Rear: 230 LSD
Engine Coolant Capacity15.2 qt
Engine Coolant Capacity14.7 qt
Engine Coolant Capacity11.1 qt
Engine Oil5W-20
Engine Oil Capacity6.0 qt
Engine Oil5W-20

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)6.6 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs7.4 ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)22.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)38.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)16.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts130.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts111.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts111.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts111.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts130.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
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

Battery & A/C

Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeND-Oil 12
Oil Capacity4.0 oz
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeND-Oil 12
Oil Capacity4.0 oz
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeND-Oil 12

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58.0 + or - 5.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58.0 + or - 5.0 psi

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
130 ft. lbs., step 2: 10530 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 125° without using a torque wrench. Step 5: In reverse order loosen all fasteners., Step 6: 22.0 ft. lbs., Step 7: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 8: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 9: 130° without using a torque wrench.22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Lower Fasteners15 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Lower Fasteners18 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
14.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 22.04 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi.

Every 6,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Parking Brake System (inspect)
Every 12,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 18,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level) · Transmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 20,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Parking Brake System (adjust)
Every 40,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level)
Every 90,000 miPCV Valve (inspect)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

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 2022 Dodge Challenger sits at the low point of a long-term downward trend in owner complaints, with just 9 reported—the fewest of any model year from 2008 through 2023. This continues a steady decline from a peak of 298 complaints in 2010, and contrasts with a rise to 40 complaints in 2023, suggesting the 2022 model year may represent a sweet spot in the generation’s reliability arc. Recalls also remain low at 2, matching the 2021 and 2023 figures and well below the early-generation highs of 7, while investigations are absent for the second consecutive year. The top complaint areas are minor and isolated, with only 2 reports for seat belts and single reports for fuel/propulsion system, wheels, and a combined electrical/air bags/service brakes issue, plus just one crash complaint and no fire incidents. With the lowest complaint count in the entire dataset and no active investigations, the 2022 Challenger appears to be a particularly dependable choice for a used purchase.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
211
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
9
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 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
’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 9 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Seat Belts2
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Wheels1
Electrical System,Air Bags,Service Brakes1
Power Train1
Unknown Or Other1
Engine1
Visibility/Wiper1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V504000Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating SystemsReported 14/07/2022

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the TPMS sensors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC at…

22V808000Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating SystemsReported 27/10/2022

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may fail prematurely and cause the sensor to become… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the TPMS sensors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 10, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 211 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S2208000045 REV.D2026-06-26StructureBackup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
18-044-262026-03-21EngineFlash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction…
S2208000045 REV.C2026-03-18Unknown Or OtherBackup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
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…

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

VIN tools

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VIN
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Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 94R batteryVehicles taking 6.0 qtEngine oil filter 04884899ACEngine air filter 68424622AASpark plug SP196724ACBattery 56029635AD

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesTorque specificationsMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 Challenger take?

6.0 qt of Mopar, Pennzoil or Shell Helix 5W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 Challenger have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.