Police Package 2012 Dodge Charger issues

[Rick445]

My department purchased 3 2012 Dodge Chargers (5.7 Police Package), and we have had a ton of problems with these. I was wondering if it was just our bad luck, or if any one else has had these problems: So far the number one issue has been front suspension bushings. We just put the 3rd set in on all three. I have seen some after market performance bushings that look real good (Pedders), and was looking for feed back on that. 3 radiators (the cars are sitting right now at 48,000 to 60,000 miles) replaced due to leaks. Alternator fire, fuel pump and now a fuse box with too much play where the fuse plugs in (A/C of course..). Oh and 2 out of 3 (so far) have lost a cam shaft (worn not snapped). Anyone else with these problems? Thanks.

[Mike DC]

                
Hey man.

This website is devoted to vintage 1960s/70s Dodge Chargers.  We don't mind talking about the modern Chargers but this is not the primary place where that crowd gathers.  Try LXforums.com, I think that's the hotter spot for the modern 2006+ cars.  

[Rick445]

Any help is good help! Thanks, I will give that site a try!

[Troy]

No experience but the State Trooper next to me drives one every day. Perhaps I'll ask? Honestly, the newest models are the first ones that I would even consider buying - but not if their reliability is as bad as it sounds. I don't know of a police-specific vehicle web site - but I wouldn't doubt that one exists. Might be kind of interesting to follow!

Troy

[chop0502]

I drive a 2010 with no problems. My brother in laws squad has had his radiator replaced and another squad had problems with the compressor. All the same year

[Baldwinvette77]

i have a friend who works at the plant where they are made, and tells me a good amount of the cars have problems ranging from engine, transmission and electrical, i dont know the percentage of the cars, but he has a horror story for me every time i see him  and this is for all models, 300c, charger and challenger

[RIDELIKEHELL]

Bushings ..links.. the main reason I got rid of my magnum R/T 

[Rick445]

Thanks for all the input. We are now getting into some electrical issues. The fuse box under the hood seems to be the problem. Ate a lot of A/C compressor 10 amp fuses. So far it looks like the contacts at the box are not making a tight enough contact. I have yet to get enough time to check out the other site, but I most certainly will. If you have any friends or neighbors as cops or troopers with these issues, please feel free to let them know I am looking! Sgt. Rick Lang Marshalltown Iowa PD.