2022 Dodge Charger Column Shift Assembly Recall (22V866)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 5,834 vehicles · Reported November 23, 2022
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 5,834 2022 Dodge Charger; 2022 Dodge Durango vehicles. The shifter assembly was not properly heat-treated, which can prevent the shifter from properly engaging in the "drive" position. An improperly engaged shifter assembly may slip out of the "drive" position, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V866 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V866000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | ZB3 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | November 23, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2022 Dodge Charger; 2022 Dodge Durango |
| Units affected | 5,834 |
| Component | Power Train > Manual Transmission > Column Shift Assembly |
| Safety risk | An improperly engaged shifter assembly may slip out of the "drive" position, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022 Dodge Charger in recall 22V866?
The shifter assembly was not properly heat-treated, which can prevent the shifter from properly engaging in the "drive" position.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Dodge Charger and Durango vehicles. The shifter assembly was not properly heat-treated, which can prevent the shifter from properly engaging in the "drive" position.
Is it safe to drive a 2022 Charger with recall 22V866?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An improperly engaged shifter assembly may slip out of the "drive" position, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An improperly engaged shifter assembly may slip out of the "drive" position, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the column shift assembly.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V866?
Recall 22V866 covers 5,834 vehicles: 2022 Dodge Charger; 2022 Dodge Durango.
NHTSA lists 5,834 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Dodge | Charger |
| 2022 | Dodge | Durango |
What is the fix for the Charger column shift assembly recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall ZB3.
When was recall 22V866 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 22V866 to NHTSA on November 23, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as January 17, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| November 23, 2022 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V866000. |
| January 17, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 46 months ago. If your Charger was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Charger is part of recall 22V866?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V866 is open on your Charger, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 22V866000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Charger owners do about recall 22V866?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V866000 applies to your Charger.
- Call a Dodge dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any column shift assembly symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Charger owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 73 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 12 of them about the transmission.
Since recall 22V866 was reported on November 23, 2022, owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 1 of them (11%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the transmission and were received on or after November 23, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related transmission issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 73 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 12 of them involve the transmission. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Dodge Durango: 57 complaints in total, 9 about the transmission
- 2022 Dodge Charger: 16 complaints in total, 3 about the transmission
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
From manufacturing dodge put a clamp on a rubber hose that goes to the transmission heater. That clamped rubbed a hole into the metal antifreeze line above it. My car started over heating on a busy road. Luckily I was able to pull off without being hit.
2022 Dodge Durango owner, TN, NHTSA complaint 11649643, filed March 21, 2025
While driving on the highway, the engine overheating light came on, the car seemed to be losing power, and I pulled over and was then towed to the dealership.
2022 Dodge Durango owner, CT, NHTSA complaint 11649967, filed March 23, 2025
The transmission dropped after being stopped at a stop light and lightly accelerating. When this happened the vehicle dropped to neutral. After pulling over it did go into first gear but that’s it. When in reverse it moves a foot then goes back in to neutral.
2022 Dodge Durango owner, NH, NHTSA complaint 11666900, filed June 14, 2025
Can recall 22V866 make my Charger a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this column shift assembly recall means their Charger qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
A transmission defect affects the core job of the 2022 Dodge Charger: moving reliably. Owners often see the same symptom return after a repair, and those repeat visits are the kind of history California's lemon law looks at.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2022 Dodge Charger has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
A typical pattern: an owner reports the transmission slipping, and the dealer can't verify it. Six months later, NHTSA issues a recall for the same problem. Because the recall confirms the defect, the mileage offset goes back to that first visit.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V866
Did the recall 22V866 fix work?
Since recall 22V866 was reported on November 23, 2022, owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 1 of them (11%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed January 17, 2023.
Is the 22V866000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Charger is part of recall 22V866000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Will a transmission software update fix the problem for good?
Sometimes. Many owners report that shifting problems return after an update. If yours does, go back to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V866000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Dodge. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.