2020 Dodge Challenger - Maintenance & Specs
The 2020 Dodge Challenger belongs to a Dodge Challenger lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 5 model years, from 2018 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 5.7L V8, 6.2L, 3.6L. It is configured as rear-wheel drive with an automatic 8-spd. The 2020 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2018) and later (2026) Challenger model years also documented.
It takes 5W-20 full synthetic oil, 7.0 qt with a new filter. Fluid specs on file include HOAT coolant, DOT 4 brake fluid, ATF+4 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 15 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 20 ft-lb, lug nut 100 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around electrical system (3), power train (2), unknown or other (2). A representative report reads: "My steering was locked up when I started my car in the cold then on my first turn, it completely locked up and it did this several times and it makes a..." There is 1 safety recall on record; one covers: ...sler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 13 city / 22 highway MPG, 16 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $3,600.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 7.0 qt |
| Oil filter | Mopar 68191349AC |
| EPA combined | 16 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/40R18 |
| Coolant | HOAT |
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 1 |
| Technical service bulletins | 200 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.