So my 2012 Dodge Charger SXT has a “Battery Saver Mode” message in the dash. What does this mean ? And is it safe to drive this way or will the car die on me.
Usually that means that your battery voltage is low. when a dodge goes into "battery saver mode" it is trying to conserve battery power and turns off certain electronics. I would test your alternator and battery. Chances are your alternator is bad, thus your battery is not reaching the nominal voltage.
@_aragorn_7
Yes but I called the dealer. They said my alternator was replaced august 2017. With OEM alternator. I bought this car in September 2017. And it’s been fine till now. Is it rare for alternator to go bad in 3 years? Or is this normal?
@_aragorn_7
it's not unusual.
The alternator could be in good shape, but it's not that unusual to have a battery go bad after 3 years. Most auto parts stores, such as AutoZone and Advance will test your battery and alternator for free.
@glen_stet
It’s very odd...I went to check the battery and alternator at Autozone and both checked out perfect. The only thing I do recall though...the day I got that “battery saver mode” message on the screen, it was really cold outside. Like 20 degree Fahrenheit
Time to load test the battery/alternator.
Since you said it happened when the temperature was very lo, replace your battery with a higher CCA (Cold Crank Amp) rating.
