Is Dodge reliable?
40% of the 70 Dodges we inspected scored 60/100 or higher, averaging 55/100 — they tend to be in noticeably worse shape than average.
#19 of 24
Longevity rank#1 Tesla holds up to ~190k~103k
Trouble-free mileageacross all body styles70
Dodges inspectedreal pre-purchase inspections55/100
Average conditionall cars we check: 61/100Based on 70 used Dodges we inspected, they tend to be in noticeably worse shape than average — average condition 55/100 vs 61 for all cars we check. Every number on this page comes from real pre-purchase inspections — cars people were about to buy and paid an independent inspector to go through point by point, engine to underbody, paint depth to error codes. Not owner surveys, not warranty statistics, not forum lore: what we actually found.
What we found
Most common faults
Oil leaks · Engine
59%
Active error codes · Electronic equipment
49%
Tires condition & wear · Brakes and tires
49%
Low coolant / cooling system issues · Engine
33%
Fuel trim out of range · Engine
29%
Share of inspected Dodges where each item was flagged.
How they score
Excellent 17%
Good 23%
Mediocre 31%
Poor 29%
Hidden history
What the seller might not mention — how often we find it on Dodges.
77%had a repainted or replaced panelall cars: 75%
6%showed structural repairall cars: 4%
33%had fault codes recently clearedall cars: 23%
Compare with another brand:
Cross-shopping? Dodge vs Toyota · Dodge vs Honda · Dodge vs Ford
How long does a Dodge last?
Across every Dodge body style we've inspected — sedans, SUVs and anything else pooled together — the average one's condition dips below decent (a 55/100 score) around ~103k miles. It ranks Dodge #19 of 24 brands we have enough data to rate; the longest-lasting, Tesla, holds up to ~190k. Shopping a Dodge near that mileage? Expect more wear ahead — see which makes give the best odds at your budget.
Good cars by mileage
Good cars by age
Share of Dodges in good shape (scoring 60+/100) by mileage and by age when we inspected them (each dot ≥5 cars; rolled-back odometers excluded from the mileage curve). The dashed grey curve is all cars we check.
Dodge models we've inspected
Charger
17 cars · profile soon
Challenger
17 cars · profile soon
Grand Caravan
10 cars · profile soon
Recently inspected:
2016 Dodge Grand Caravan · 182k mi — flagged: oil leaks, fuel trim out of range, signs of recent repair. Inspected Aug 26.
2020 Dodge Charger · 57k mi — flagged: battery condition. Inspected Aug 15.
The bottom line
The pattern here is an engine that weeps oil, needs coolant attention, and throws codes. Start every look with a flashlight on the engine, a coolant check, and your own scan — wiped computers are common enough that you should not take a blank screen as a clean bill of health. Worn tires are the other common surprise, so factor replacements into the deal. Condition usually slips below decent around 103,000 miles, so the better bets are lower-mileage cars that are still dry underneath. If you see active leaks plus live codes, walk; anything less still deserves a steep discount for the work ahead.
FAQ
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What are the most common problems with a used Dodge?
Across the Dodges we inspected, the items we flag most often are oil leaks (59%), active error codes (49%), tires condition & wear (49%).
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Based on 70 inspections · updated Sep 11, 2026
