Worst 2019 Dodge Challenger Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Wheel Issues
Steering Defects
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Dodge Challenger.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 16 | 1 | 1 | 15,185 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 11 | 2 | 2 | 23,148 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | 1 | — | 9,483 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 7 | — | — | 1,626 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | 31,330 mi | |
| Airbags | 5 | 3 | — | 2,009 mi | |
| Brakes | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Backup Camera | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Manual Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2019 Dodge Challenger
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~327,712 vehicles.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles. An incompatible front wheel and brake package was installed and may allow the front tire to contact the steering knuckle, causing tire damage.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Challenger and Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The instrument cluster may not properly illuminate driver warnings. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
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2019 Dodge Challenger — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Dodge Challenger reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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