2024-2026 Dodge Charger maintenance schedule

The 8th‑generation Dodge Charger (LD, 2024–2026) introduces a new platform and a new 3.0L Hurricane twin‑turbo inline‑6 (replacing the HEMI V8) alongside a Charger Daytona EV. Factory maintenance intervals are conservative in certain areas and conventional in others: the Hurricane I6 uses 0W‑20 full synthetic (0W‑40 on the high-output engine) and holds 7.5 quarts, and the oil change indicator sets the interval, up to 10,000 miles or 12 months (severe driving makes it call earlier). Expect annual routine maintenance in the $400–$800 range depending on driving and whether you own the gas or EV model.

This guide covers the 2024–2026 Dodge Charger (LD). The Charger Daytona EV has no engine oil service. See the EV notes in the oil section.

Normal vs. Severe: Which Schedule Your Charger Needs

Dodge publishes different recommendations depending on driving conditions. For the Hurricane I6, Dodge has the oil change indicator set the interval, up to 10,000 miles, 12 months or 350 engine hours, with no separate severe-duty mileage. "Severe" driving generally includes frequent short trips, extensive idling, towing, driving in dusty or salted-road conditions, and sustained high‑load driving (mountain roads, repeated hard acceleration). One qualifying condition is enough to consider the severe interval.

Most Charger owners who do a lot of city driving, spirited driving, or short commutes will see the oil change indicator call earlier on the I6. The Charger Daytona EV requires different scheduled services (brakes, coolant for electric systems, cabin filter, HVAC, etc.) but not engine oil.

How to Stay on Schedule

1. Confirm whether your Charger is the Hurricane I6 or the Daytona EV, since oil service applies only to the I6.
2. Track short trips and city stop-and-go driving toward the severe category, which makes the I6's oil change indicator call earlier than its 10,000-mile maximum.
3. Note that the 8-speed needs no routine transmission fluid change (the EV's drive module gets a drain and fill at 10 years or 150,000 miles), and schedule the coolant service at 10 years or 150,000 miles on both platforms.
4. Confirm dealer software updates are applied at each visit, since both early recalls on the LD platform are addressed with reflashes rather than parts.

Complete Maintenance Schedule

The table below lists Dodge's scheduled services for the 2024–2026 Charger using the manufacturer's intervals provided for this vehicle. Shop costs are 2026 national averages and reflect the Hurricane I6 where applicable. For the EV, engine‑oil items are marked N/A.

Dodge's scheduled inspections at service visits also cover suspension, steering, exhaust, and drivetrain mounting points. The app loads the Charger's full Dodge maintenance schedule by VIN and sends reminders before each service is due.

Oil Change: Type, Capacity, Interval, and Cost

The 3.0L Hurricane I6 uses SAE 0W‑20 full synthetic oil (MS-6395; high-output engine: 0W‑40, MS-A0921) with an oil capacity of 7.5 quarts including the filter. The Charger Daytona EV does not have engine oil.

• Normal interval: per the oil change indicator, never more than 10,000 miles, 12 months or 350 engine hours, per Dodge's published schedule for the Hurricane I6.
• Severe interval: per the oil change indicator, which calls earlier; no separate severe-duty mileage is printed.

Typical Oil Change Costs (2026 estimates)

DIY notes: the I6's drain location and filter access are straightforward on most service lifts; however, certain trims use underbody covers that require more time. Use the OEM filter and torque specs from the owner's manual. For the EV, skip engine oil and follow scheduled service items for hybrid/electric systems instead.

Brake Service

Dodge recommends inspecting brakes at every tire rotation (every oil change on the I6, every 10,000 miles on the EV). Pad life on the Charger depends on trim and driving style; owners using the Charger for spirited or frequent city driving should expect shorter pad life than steady highway drivers.

Rotor replacement is typically recommended when runout, scoring, or thickness variation exceed service limits. Common symptoms to watch for: pulsing or vibration under braking, visible grooving or blueing on rotor surface, or the rotor thickness reading below the stamped minimum. Most shops will machine or replace rotors when pads are changed if surface condition requires it.

Brake fluid on the Charger is scheduled "every 24 months" in the owner's manual, time-based only. Follow that schedule and the dealer's recommendation. Typical shop replacement cost runs $80–$140.

Tire Rotation

Dodge's interval for the Charger is at every oil change interval on the Hurricane I6 and every 10,000 miles (or when tread depth differs by 2/32 inch) on the Daytona EV. That is the same for all driving types in the manufacturer's schedule. Rotation slows uneven wear, especially on front‑drive or high‑torque vehicles.

Tire size varies by trim and options on the Charger; check the tire sidewall or placard in the door jamb for the correct size and pressure. Typical replacement costs depend on tire type and size:

• All‑season tire set (mid‑size performance sedan sizes): $600–$1,100 for a full set installed.
• Summer/performance tires or larger 20–21" wheels: $900–$1,600.

Most independent shops charge $25–$50 for a rotation. Tire retailers typically include free rotations for life with purchase.

Fluids: Transmission, Coolant, and Power Steering

Transmission (8‑speed automatic): Dodge lists no routine fluid change for the 8‑speed automatic transmission (the Daytona EV's electric drive module gets a drain and fill at 10 years or 150,000 miles). A drain‑and‑fill is the common shop service and usually replaces roughly 40–60% of the fluid. Shop cost: $150–$300. DIY drain‑and‑fill costs $50–$90 for fluid and materials.

Coolant: Dodge's interval for coolant replacement is 10 years or 150,000 miles for initial service on this platform. Shop coolant service, including flush and refill and inspection of hoses and thermostat, typically runs $150–$300. DIY cost for parts and coolant is $30–$80 depending on application.

Power steering: consult the owner's manual for your specific Charger trim. Most modern vehicles (including most vehicles on new platforms) use electric power steering and do not have hydraulic fluid to service; if your Charger has a hydraulic system, follow the service interval and fluid type listed in the manual.

Known Issues and Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 49 owner complaints for 2024–2026 Dodge Charger model years (as of November 10, 2026).

Most recent recalls

All 4 campaigns, newest first. Look up any vehicle by VIN with NHTSA's recall lookup.

• NHTSA Campaign 26V531000 (2026-08-13). Component: Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

  • NHTSA summary: "The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, “Rear Visibility.”"
  • Remedy: "Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026."
  • Affected model years: 2026

• NHTSA Campaign 26V262000 (2026-04-23). Component: Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

  • NHTSA summary: "A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment,” 126, “Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles,” 135, “Light Vehicle Brake Systems,” 138, “Tire Pressure Monitoring System,” and/or 208, “Occupant Crash Protection.”"
  • Remedy: "Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026."
  • Affected model years: 2025

• NHTSA Campaign 25V574000 (2025-09-04). Component: Power train: automatic transmission: internal: park pawl

  • NHTSA summary: "An incorrectly installed spring may cause the loss of the park function when the vehicle’s gear selector is placed in the park (P) position, which can result in a vehicle rollaway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, “Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention.”"
  • Remedy: "Dealers will replace the electric drive module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025."
  • Affected model years: 2025

• NHTSA Campaign 25V389000 (2025-06-12). Component: Back over prevention: warnings: external/pedestrian alert

  • NHTSA summary: "The amplifier may be missing software, which can prevent the amplifier from emitting exterior sound, including pedestrian warnings. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, “Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid Electric Vehicles.”"
  • Remedy: "Dealers will inspect and update the amplifier software, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2025."
  • Affected model years: 2025

Owner-Reported Complaints

• Electrical system: 19 complaints (0 crashes, 0 injuries)

  • Owners report repeated electrical and software-related faults: multiple warnings on the instrument cluster, intermittent loss of features (infotainment, ADAS messages), and instances where the vehicle entered limp or fault modes. Most reports reference repeated dealer visits or software updates.
  • Connection to maintenance: keep software and OTA updates current and document dealer repairs; dealers typically perform software reflash or module replacement under warranty when faults are diagnosed.

• Service brakes: 3 complaints (0 crashes, 0 injuries)

  • Owners describe messages related to braking systems (e.g., "Braking System Required"), and a few unresolved service interactions described in complaints; no crash or injury reports in the NHTSA listings.
  • Connection to maintenance: follow scheduled inspections at rotations and have any dash warnings diagnosed promptly; brake repairs and diagnostics are typically handled at dealer or independent shops.

• Power train: 12 complaints (1 crash, 1 injury)

  • Reports include unexpected loss of propulsion, delayed throttle response for a few seconds, and occasional no‑start or hard‑start events; examples reference warning lights and intermittent faults.
  • Connection to maintenance: document fault codes and shop diagnoses; these issues may be resolved with software updates or component replacement under warranty.

• Steering: 3 complaints (0 crashes, 0 injuries)

  • Single report of multiple active, unresolved safety system failures that began with steering or steering-related warnings.
  • Connection to maintenance: have any steering or ADAS warnings evaluated by dealer service; modern systems may require software recalibration or sensor replacement.

• Structure: 1 complaint (0 crashes, 0 injuries)

  • Report of a roof trim panel detaching while driving.
  • Connection to maintenance: ensure trim and fasteners are inspected if you notice looseness; dealer service can secure or replace affected trim under warranty when warranted.

Annual Maintenance Cost

A reasonable annual budget for routine maintenance on the Hurricane I6 Charger is $400–$800 for typical suburban driving (10,000–15,000 miles/year) at an independent shop. That includes multiple oil changes under the severe schedule if you do city/stop‑and‑go driving, tire rotations, cabin filter replacement, and periodic inspections.

Example annual breakdown (severe schedule, 15,000 mi/year):

Every multi‑year milestone (EV drive-module fluid at 10 years / 150,000 mi, coolant service at 10 years / 150,000 mi, 60,000 mi spark plugs on the I6) adds periodic costs. EV owners should budget for brake service, cabin filter, HVAC checks, and 12V battery replacement on similar schedules but will not have engine oil or spark plug costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What oil does the 2024–2026 Dodge Charger take?

The 3.0L Hurricane I6 requires 0W‑20 full synthetic (standard output) or 0W‑40 full synthetic (high output) per Dodge specifications, with a capacity of 7.5 quarts including filter. The Charger Daytona EV does not use engine oil.

How often should I change the oil in the Hurricane I6?

Dodge has the oil change indicator set the interval, never more than 10,000 miles, 12 months or 350 engine hours, and prints no separate severe-duty mileage. Expect the indicator to call earlier if you do frequent short trips, city stop‑and‑go driving, towing, or high‑load driving.

How often should I rotate tires on a Charger?

Rotate tires at every oil change interval on the Hurricane I6, or every 10,000 miles (or when tread depth differs by 2/32 inch) on the Daytona EV, per Dodge's maintenance schedule. Most tire shops charge $25–$50; most tire retailers include free rotations with purchase.

When should I change the transmission fluid?

For the 8‑speed automatic, Dodge specifies no routine transmission fluid change; the Daytona EV's electric drive module gets a drain and fill at 10 years or 150,000 miles. A drain‑and‑fill at an independent shop costs about $150–$300.

How long does the 12‑volt battery last in a Charger?

Expect 3–5 years depending on climate and use. Replacement and installation at a shop typically runs $150–$300. Hot climates and vehicles with heavy accessory loads, such as aftermarket audio systems, tend to wear batteries out toward the shorter end of that range.

Does the Charger use a timing belt or timing chain?

The Hurricane I6 uses a timing chain design intended to last the life of the engine; there is no scheduled timing belt service in the owner's manual for this engine family.

Track your Charger’s maintenance schedule with Pinion, which loads Dodge's recommended intervals by VIN and sends reminders before each service is due.