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Devisive, thy name is the Dodge Charger Daytona EV. On the one hand, fans are excited for a fast, next-generation Charger with a classic aesthetic. On the other hand, critics and naysayers reject anything other than a Hemi V8-powered Charger. For the latter, the news of “bricked” Charger EVs must be musical. 

Dodge Charger Daytona EV models have started to arrive at nationwide dealerships, but it’s not all smooth sailing

TK’s Garage deals in Mopars often. In his YouTube videos, TK routinely talks about the now-discontinued LD-platform Dodge Charger and LA-platform Dodge Challenger. It’s not just Dodge products either. TK will often talk about Stellantis vehicles, including RAM trucks. Consequently, talking about the brand-new Dodge Charger Daytona EV is right up TK’s alley.

In one video, TK talks about a handful of new Dodge Charger Daytona models arriving at dealerships in less-than-ideal condition. “They’re bricking right away,” TK said of the new electric muscle cars. In this context, “bricking” or “bricked” refers to an EV being, well, brick-like. It’s a bit of an overused phrase that suggests an EV could be, for one or many reasons, little more than a big paperweight.

TK describes trouble codes indicating the need for a battery replacement right from the factory. What’s more, he asserts that this isn’t an isolated incident. Instead, TK says he’s talked to a couple of dealerships with “bricked” Charger Daytona models. “You’re going to have to replace this battery under warranty,” TK says of the prospect. He describes the need to replace a battery on one of the brand-new EVs as “crazy.” 

It’s bad news for the all-new electric Mopar. However, Dodge will likely assess and remedy issues software issues with the new Charger EV as they arise. And “bricked” vehicles aren’t unique to the new Charger model. Early iterations of the Tesla Model S exhibited similar dead-in-the-water issues, per EV Pulse. 

Moreover, many of the EVs from defunct automaker Fisker have no means of correcting software issues after the brand’s bankruptcy. The result? Bricked cars with little to do other than sit there and look the part. Unlike Fisker, however, Stellantis can recall and remedy issues with the new Charger with its dealer network.

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Erik Sherman joined the MotorBiscuit team as an Autos Writer in 2022. An admitted petrolhead and an avid motorcyclist, Erik has owned everything from classic cars to motorcycles to modern driver’s cars. Erik also has extensive experience with military and emergency vehicles, ranging from ambulances and fire engines to MRAPs and Humvees. Erik is an eager car and motorcycle reviewer with expertise covering everything from sports cars and electric motorcycles to pontoon boats and jet skis.

Erik holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Texas at Austin. He also studied Chinese, Energy, and European Politics at the University of Glasgow in Scotland. Erik’s background is unorthodox; he is a United States Marine Corps (USMC) combat veteran, water survival practitioner, and a former firefighter/EMT. Additionally, Erik is a regular volunteer and former instructor with the American Red Cross (ARC). When he’s not working, you can find Erik on his motorcycle or out for a spirited drive.