Recall 24V573 covers 2,852 2023 Dodge Challenger vehicles with a rear seat back that can fail to lock. Free repair at any franchised Dodge dealer.
Dodge is recalling 2,852 2023 Challenger vehicles because the left rear seat back can fail to lock in the upright position. An unlocked seat back can raise injury risk in a crash, and Dodge dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The left rear seat back latch striker in the 2023 Dodge Challenger is the metal anchor that the seat back latch grabs when the rear seat is raised upright. In normal use, that latch and striker hold the seat back locked in place so the seat back stays upright during driving and during a stop.
On affected Challengers, the striker was misaligned during vehicle assembly. Because the anchor is out of position, the latch can fail to fully engage. The problem is not a broken latch part; it is an assembly issue that leaves the left rear seat back unable to lock in the upright position.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner can check whether the seat back feels loose or refuses to click into the upright position, but the recall condition is the seat back not latching as intended.
Who's affected?
| 2023 Dodge Challenger | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2,852 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2023 Dodge Challenger coupe is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the seat back latch is not locked, the seat back can move during a crash and increase injury risk. There is no warning sign before failure, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Dodge dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Dodge Challenger is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Dodge dealer to schedule the free seat-back-latch-striker inspection and adjustment that fixes the left rear seat back not locking upright.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, reference recall number 24V573 when you call.
- Check that the left rear seat back is locked upright before driving; keep that seating position empty if it does not lock.
- Call Dodge customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with questions about scheduling or recall number 24V573.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Dodge technician inspects the left rear seat back latch striker and adjusts it as necessary so the seat back locks in the upright position. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. If you paid out of pocket for a related seat back latch repair before the owner letter, FCA US asks customers to send the original receipt or other proof of payment to the company for review under its reimbursement policy. Keep copies for your records.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 1, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 8, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| August 8, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 15, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| August 15, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V573?
Recall 24V573 covers 2,852 2023 Dodge Challenger vehicles with a left rear seat back that can fail to lock upright. A seat back that is not locked into position can increase injury risk in a crash. Dodge dealers will inspect and adjust the latch striker for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Dodge Challenger is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Challenger is included in recall 24V573. If it is, contact a franchised Dodge dealer to schedule the seat back latch striker inspection and adjustment. Reference recall number 24V573 or Dodge recall 38B when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy states that dealers will inspect and adjust the seat back latch striker as necessary, free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Dodge dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2023 Dodge Challenger before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The risk is tied to the left rear seat back not locking upright, which can increase injury risk in a crash. Confirm your VIN, then schedule the free dealer inspection and adjustment.
When were owners notified about recall 24V573?
Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. If you bought the Challenger used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN, then contact a Dodge dealer or FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V573000 |
|---|---|
| Dodge customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V573 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V573000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →