Dodge Challenger vs Ford Fusion
For 2008–2021 models, the Dodge Challenger has 23.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 76.0 for the Ford Fusion. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2008–2021), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Dodge Challenger
23.3 complaints per 10,000 sold
69% fewer than the Ford Fusion
- Complaints
- 1,629
- Sold
- 699,824
- Recall campaigns
- 26
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2009–2012. Fewest: 2008, 2017 and 2020–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 50,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 31,438 mi
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Battery, alternator and charging
Typically around 50,200 mi · repair $250–$1,030
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 17,250 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 40,000 mi
Ford Fusion
76.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
3.3× the Dodge Challenger’s rate
- Complaints
- 22,025
- Sold
- 2,898,336
- Recall campaigns
- 48
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2008 and 2010–2012. Fewest: 2019–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 75,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 52,000 mi
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Electric power steering motor and module
Typically around 91,500 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Power steering pump, rack and lines
Typically around 90,000 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 67,927 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Dodge Challenger or the Ford Fusion?
For 2008–2021 models, the Dodge Challenger has 23.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Ford Fusion has 76.0, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Dodge Challenger?
The most-reported problem on the Dodge Challenger is body control and other modules, typically around 50,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Ford Fusion?
The most-reported problem on the Ford Fusion is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 75,000 miles.
Which Dodge Challenger and Ford Fusion years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Dodge Challenger: 2009–2012; Ford Fusion: 2008 and 2010–2012.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.