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The following section is an excerpt from Wikipedia's Dodge Charger page on 19 May 2018, text available via the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License.
The Dodge Charger is a brand of automobile marketed by Dodge. The first Charger was a show car in 1964. There have been several different production Chargers, built on three different platforms and sizes. In the U.S., the Charger nameplate has been used on subcompact hatchbacks, full-sized sedans, and personal luxury coupes. The current version is a four-door sedan.
First generation: 1966–1967
The Dodge Charger was introduced during the 1966 model year. It featured a two-door fastback body design and a four bucket seat interior. The intermediate-sized Charger shared components with the Coronet that also used the Chrysler B platform. The base engine was a 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 with a three-speed floor shifter. Larger and more powerful engines were also available. Sales were low.
Second generation: 1968–1970
The Charger was redesigned for 1968, and sales increased. Based on the Chrysler B platform, the model years received various cosmetic changes to the exterior and interior including: an undivided grill, rounded tail lights, and hidden headlights. The powertrains were the same as the ones used in the 1967 Charger. The model was not successful in stock car racing such as NASCAR. A more aerodynamic shape formed the Charger 500 model that became the basis for the 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona.
Third generation: 1971–1974
The third generation Charger was introduced for the 1971 model year. Chrysler's B platform was modified to meet new emissions and safety regulations. Available in six different packages with cosmetic changes that include: a split grill, semi fastback rear window, and a ducktail spoiler. The 1973 and 1974 Chargers were very similar to the 1971 with minor differences in the grill and headlamps. The increase in sales was mostly due to the elimination of the Dodge Coronet, which meant Dodge offered the two-door intermediate-size body style only as the Charger.
Fourth generation: 1975–1978
The 1975 model year Charger Continued as a B body car and was restyled. The new Charger was Dodge's attempt at moving the model into the growing personal luxury car market segment. Dodge expanded its presence in the Personal Luxury Car market in 1978 when it produced two cars in the same class, the Charger and the Dodge Magnum. During the years this car was offered, a Daytona model was offered, featuring stripes that ran along the length of the car.
Fifth generation: 1981–1987
The Charger returned in 1981 1/2 as a subcompact hatchback coupe with front-wheel-drive, and a five-speed manual or three-speed automatic transmission. This economy-type model was similar to the Dodge Omni 024, but with a slightly larger engine. The Charger was available with the NA 2.2l SOHC or a turbocharged 2.2l SOHC engine. The turbo was available only with the manual transmission, unlike in the Dodge Daytona. A Shelby Charger was offered starting in 1983, with a turbo version available in 1984 producing 148 horsepower (110 kW) at 5600 rpm and 160 pound-feet (220 N⋅m) of torque at 3200 rpm. The engine was not intercooled and used a small t3 Garrett turbo. In 1985, the electronics were updated but power output was the same. In 1986, the electronics were further updated.
Sixth generation: 2006–2010 (LX)
After nineteen years, Dodge reintroduced the Charger in 2005 for the 2006 model year in a new form. This generation was available only as a four-door sedan using the Chrysler LX platform The design was intended to be reminiscent of the Chargers of the 1960s and 1970s and the taillights harkened back to that era, as did the new stamped hood and side panels. This generation was available with a V6 and V8 engine options coupled to automatic transmissions, as well as all-wheel drive (AWD).
In its inaugural year, the Dodge Charger was available in SE, SXT, R/T, R/T with Road/Track Performance Group, and Daytona R/T versions. The basic SE model included a 2.7 L V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission with "AutoStick" manual shifting feature, 17-inch wheels, air conditioning, all-speed traction control, as well as ABS and electronic stability control, a CD player, tilt and telescoping steering column, power locks/mirrors/windows, and remote keyless entry. Additional features and trims were available including the Charger R/T with a 5.7 L Hemi V8 mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. A multiple-displacement system that allows it to save fuel by running on only four cylinders when cruising was also featured in the V8.
Performance was focus of the Charger SRT8 equipped with a 6.1 L Hemi engine mated to a 5-speed automatic, as well as conveniences such as an eight-way power front passenger seat, automatic climate control, special grille and rear spoiler, body-color interior trim, special front fascia and engine cover, larger exhaust tips, performance steering gear, heated front seats with perforated suede inserts, power-adjustable pedals, and special colors and exterior trim. Optional was a Road/Track package with 10 additional horsepower, GPS navigation system, 322-watt audio system, sunroof, and a rear-seat DVD entertainment system and radio
Seventh generation: 2011–present
The Dodge Charger received an improved interior and new exterior styling for 2011. This included new side scoops along both front and rear doors, as well as more angular headlights, aggressive new grille styling, and a more defined and aerodynamic shape overall. Most notably, the rear end adopted a more modern wrap around LED tail light spanning across nearly the entire length of the trunk. Driver visibility was improved by more than 15% addressing complaints from previous years. The side and rear styling cues are reminiscent of the 1968-1970 models.
Base performance was increased, with the 3.5L 250 bhp V6 engine being replaced with a Pentastar 3.6L producing 292 bhp (218 kW; 296 PS) at 6350 rpm and 260 lb·ft (353 N·m) at 4800 rpm. The 4-speed automatic transmission was replaced with a 5-speed auto.
The SRT-8 was not produced for the 2011 model year.
The 2012 year brought a new 8-speed automatic transmission to the V-6 model. This year also saw the return of the SRT-8 to the model lineup. AWD was also added to the V6, making AWD available on all but the SRT-8 model.
For the 2012, 2013, and 2014 years, the Super Bee platform was available, making use of features seen in regular SRT-8 models with accessories and badges reminiscent of the 60s and 70s muscle car. These included a 6.4L engine with 470 HP, four piston Brembo calipers, slotted rotors, paddle shifters, SRT launch features (such as 0-60 timing, Live G-Force readings, and ¼ and ⅛ mile drag timers), custom seat embroidery, and more.
For 2015 the Charger received significant exterior styling updates. Most notably, the new front end which featured new led lights and a more aerodynamic nose that was less angled and featured a noticeable curve around the headlight housing.
All models now came standard with the eight-speed automatic transmission except for the specially-produced, police version, which retained the five-speed auto. AWD was dropped for the V8 engines and was only available with the V6 version, but was still available as an option on V8 police models.
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John Walczak on converting a model Charger into a Charger Daytona Video ©2008 Bill Crittenden From the February 2008 Meeting of C.A.R.S. in Miniature View video of John Walczak converting a Dodge Charger model into a Charger Daytona - 54.6MB |
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1966 Photo ©2007 Bill Crittenden Lensing Autumn Classic Car Show October 7, 2007 View photo of 1966 Dodge Charger - 2,626KB |
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Photo ©2007 Bill Crittenden Barrington, Illinois Cruise Night July 19, 2007 View photo of Dodge Charger - 2,912KB |
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1968 R/T Photo by Hannes Drexl November 9, 2006 View photo of 1968 Dodge Charger R/T - 761KB Permission is granted to copy, distribute and/or modify this document under the terms of the GNU Free Documentation License, Version 1.2 or any later version published by the Free Software Foundation; with no Invariant Sections, no Front-Cover Texts, and no Back-Cover Texts. A copy of the license is included in the section entitled "GNU Free Documentation License". |
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1968 R/T Photo by Hannes Drexl November 9, 2006 View photo of 1968 Dodge Charger R/T - 656KB Permission is granted to copy, distribute and/or modify this document under the terms of the GNU Free Documentation License, Version 1.2 or any later version published by the Free Software Foundation; with no Invariant Sections, no Front-Cover Texts, and no Back-Cover Texts. A copy of the license is included in the section entitled "GNU Free Documentation License". |
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2006 R/T Photo by IFCAR View photo of 2006 Dodge Charger R/T - 129KB |
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Super Bee Photo ©2006 Bill Crittenden 2006 Chicago Auto Show View photo of Dodge Charger Super Bee - 852KB |
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Super Bee Photo ©2006 Bill Crittenden 2006 Chicago Auto Show View photo of Dodge Charger Super Bee - 773KB |
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Daytona Photo ©2006 Bill Crittenden 2006 Chicago Auto Show View photo of Dodge Charger Daytona - 950KB |
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Daytona Photo by IFCAR View photo of Dodge Charger Daytona - 92KB |
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R/T Photo by IFCAR View photo of Dodge Charger R/T - 99KB |
| Date | Document Name & Details | Documents |
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| 12 October 1966 | NHTSA Recall 66V009001 1966 Dodge Charger, 1966 Dodge Coronet, 1966 Plymouth Belvedere, 1966 Plymouth Belvedere Satellite SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 17 January 1967 | NHTSA Recall 67V009003 1967 Dodge Charger, 1967 Dodge Coronet, 1967 Plymouth Belvedere, 1967 Plymouth Satellite Electrical System:Ignition National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 30 December 1970 | NHTSA Recall 71V004000 1971 Dodge Challenger, 1971 Dodge Charger, 1971 Dodge Coronet, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 24 October 2006 publication date | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 401: Interior Trunk Release 2006 Dodge Charger National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |  PDF - 4.3MB - 20 pages |
| November 2007 | Remote Combination ODI Passenger Air Bag Deployment Investigation 2007 Dodge Charger National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,288KB - 14 pages |
| 28 November 2007 | Vehicle Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 208, Occupant Crash Protection; FMVSS 212, Windshield Mounting; FMVSS 219, Windshield Intrustion (Partial); FMVSS 301, Fuel System Integrity 2007 Dodge Charger Passenger Car National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 15.5MB - 321 pages |
| 15 January 2008 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 214: Side Impact Protection (Indicant) 2008 Dodge Charger 4-Door Sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 10.4MB - 121 pages |
| 8 April 2008 | Federal-Mogul Corporation: Part 573.6 Notitication From: Glen Parker, Federal Mogul Corporation To: Recall Management Division, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 323KB - 3 pages |
| 8 April 2008 | NHTSA Recall 08E033000 Carquest K7147, Carquest K7329, MasterPro K8683, Moog K7147, Moog K7329, One Source K8683, Parts Depot K8683, Parts Master K8683, Treadsaver K8683, TRW 104353, 1984 Chrysler E Class, 1984-1986 Chrysler Laser, 1984-1990 Chrysler LeBaron, 1984-1988 Chrysler New Yorker, 2001-2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 1989-1990 Chrysler TC, 1990 Chrysler Town and Country, 1984-1988 Dodge 600, 1984-1989 Dodge Aries, 1984-1990 Dodge Caravan, 1984-1987 Dodge Charger, 1984-1990 Dodge Daytona, 1988-1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, 1985-1989 Dodge Lancer, 1984-1988 Dodge Mini Ram Van, 2000-2005 Dodge Neon, 1984-1990 Dodge Omni, 1984 Dodge Rampage, 1987-1990 Dodge Shadow, 1989-1990 Dodge Spirit, 1995-2000 Ford Contour, 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, 1989-1990 Plymouth Acclaim, 1985-1988 Plymouth Caravelle, 1988-1990 Plymouth Grand Voyager, 1984-1990 Plymouth Horizon, 2000-2001 Plymouth Neon, 1984-1989 Plymouth Reliant, 1987-1990 Plymouth Sundance, 1985 Plymouth Turismo, 1984-1990 Plymouth Voyager SuspensionNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 24 April 2008 | Ball Joint Recall Attachment A Ball Joint Affected Date Codes and Applications Federal Mogul NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 57KB - 1 page |
| 2 May 2008 | Campaign #08E-033 From: Joe Stephan, Federal-Mogul Corporation To: Distributors NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 70KB - 2 pages |
| 5 May 2008 | Aftermarket Ball Joint Assemblies From: George H. Person, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration To: Glen Parker, Federal Mogul Corporation NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 121KB - 3 pages |
| 25 June 2008 | Vehicle Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 208, Occupant Crash Protection; FMVSS 212, Windshield Mounting; FMVSS 219, Windshield Intrustion (Partial); FMVSS 301, Fuel System Integrity 2008 Dodge Charger Passenger Car National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 24.8MB - 168 pages |
| 21 July 2008 | Equipment Safety Recall Quarterly Report Information Federal Mogul Corporation NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 51KB - 1 page |
| September 2008 | Calspan On-Site Certified Advanced 208-Compliant Vehicle Crash Investigation Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Charger National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 258KB - 19 pages |
| October 2008 | Equipment Safety Recall Quarterly Report Information Federal Mogul Corporation NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 14KB - 1 page |
| November 2008 | Office of Defects Investigation Calspan On-Site Crash Related Vehicle Fire Investigation Vehicle: 2007 Dodge Charger Police Vehicle National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 667KB - 19 pages |
| January 2009 | Equipment Safety Recall Quarterly Report Information Federal Mogul Corporation NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 28KB - 1 page |
| 4 February 2009 | From: George H. Person, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration To: Glen Parker, Federal Mogul Corporation NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 43KB - 1 page |
| April 2009 | Equipment Safety Recall Quarterly Report Information Federal Mogul Corporation NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 25KB - 1 page |
| June 2009 | Remote Not in Traffic Surveillance Hyperthermia Investigation Vehicle - 2006 Dodge Charger R/T National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1,724KB - 18 pages |
| July 2009 | Equipment Safety Recall Quarterly Report Information Federal Mogul Corporation NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 36KB - 1 page |
| October 2009 | Equipment Safety Recall Quarterly Report Information Federal Mogul Corporation NHTSA Recall 08E033000 | PDF - 43KB - 1 page |
| 1 April 2010 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS No. 114: Theft Protection 2010 Dodge Charger SE, Passenger Car National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.3MB - 27 pages |
| 5 August 2010 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS No. 202aS: Head Restraints - Static Requirements 2010 Dodge Charger SE, Passenger Car National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.3MB - 75 pages |
| April 2011 | Calspan On-Site Impact Fire Investigation Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Charger Police Vehicle National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 465KB - 22 pages |
| 7 June 2011 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 214: Dynamic Side Impact Protection (Rigid Pole) 2011 Dodge Charger SE 4-Dr Sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.9MB - 116 pages |
| 2011 | SAFETY RECALL L33: ENGINE BLOCK DEBRIS Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 24KB - 1 page |
| 23 June 2011 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 301R: Fuel System Integrity - Rear Impact 2010 Dodge Charger National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.2MB - 57 pages |
| 26 September 2011 | NHTSA Recall 11V487000 2012 Chrysler 200, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 2012 Dodge Charger, 2012 Dodge Durango, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2012 Dodge Journey, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 26 September 2011 | From: David Dillon, Chrysler To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 107KB - 4 pages |
| 29 September 2011 | Rod Bearing Failure From: Ric Willard, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration To: David Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 27KB - 3 pages |
| November 2011 | Safety Recall L33 - Engine Block Debris Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 4.5MB - 41 pages |
| 17 November 2011 | NHTSA Identification Number 11 V-487 From: David Dillon, Chrysler To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 18KB - 1 page |
| 6 January 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 12/31/11 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 85KB - 2 pages |
| 4 April 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 3/31/12 From: David Dillon, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 38KB - 2 pages |
| 6 July 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 6/30/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 105KB - 2 pages |
| 5 October 2012 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 9/30/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 39KB - 2 pages |
| 7 January 2013 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 12/31/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 1.1MB - 2 pages |
| 18 April 2013 | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 3/31/13 From: Kristin J. Kolodge, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 44KB - 2 pages |
| Model | 2.2 |
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| 0-60 mph* | 10.1 seconds |
| 80-0 mph* | 254 feet |
| Cornering Capability* | 0.804g |
| Interior Noise @ 70mph* | 78 dBA |
| Fuel Economy* | 20.5 mpg |
| Type & Item # | Name | Details |
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| Die Cast - Hot Wheels 24381-1911 | '67 Dodge Charger | 2000 First Editions, small scale, silver |
| Die Cast - Johnny Lightning 366-04 | 1968 Dodge Charger | Ad Rods, 1:64 scale, dark green |
| Model Kit - Revell 85-4202 | '68 Dodge Charger R/T | Special Edition, 1:25 scale, 2n1 w/Hemified |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels K7575-0917H | 1969 Dodge Charger | Engine Revealers, small scale, white w/blue stripes |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels J3287-0916 | 1969 Dodge Charger | T-Hunt, small scale, orange #06 |
| Die Cast - American Muscle 32260 | 1969 Charger R/T | 1:18 scale, white w/red stripe |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels 27638 | Dodge Charger | 1:18 scale, 1969 R/T red |
| Die Cast - Racing Champions 36972 | 1970 Dodge Charger | The Fast and The Furious, Series 6, 1:64 scale, modified, black |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels R0956-A910K | '71 Dodge Charger | 2010 New Models small scale, yellow w/black |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels L3107-0918AD | Dodge Charger | 2007 All Stars, small scale, 1974 gold w/black stripe |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels L3107-0918D | Dodge Charger | 2007 All Stars, small scale, 1974 red w/black stripe |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels L3107-0918E | Dodge Charger | 2007 All Stars, small scale, 1974 red w/black stripe |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels CFM00-09B0N | '74 Brazilian Dodge Charger | Small scale teal w/orage flames  |
| Model Kit - MPC 1-0718 | Dodge Shelby Charger | 1:25 scale, Golden Opportunity Kit |
| Date | Article | Author/Source |
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| 2 October 2007 | ISCARS DASH With General Lee and Dukes | ISCARS |
| 12 November 2010 | Dodge to take the 2011 Challenger, Charger on tour  | Patrick Rall |
| 22 January 2011 | One of the Best Charger Models of All Time | William Jason |
| 15 December 2012 | Spotted - Dodge Charger General Lee | Matt Hubbard, Speedmonkey |
| 15 February 2013 | An invasion of aliens are coming to the Dodge booth of the Chicago Auto Show this weekend! | Chrysler Midwest |
| 6 August 2015 | Ride in the Hellcat Charger, Challenger at the Woodward Dream Cruise | Patrick Rall |
| 25 May 2018 | Consumer Advisory: Owners of Certain Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Should Stop Using Cruise Control | NHTSA |
