2019 Dodge Challenger Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Dodge Challenger.

20182020
Complaints
90
per 10K Sold
14.8
US Sales
60,997
Crashes
9
Fires
6
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2019 Dodge Challenger Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#116 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:15,185 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#211 complaints

Wheel Issues

Avg mileage:23,148 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:2
#38 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:9,483 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Dodge Challenger.

Electrical Faults
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
15,185
Wheel Issues
11
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
2
Avg Miles
23,148
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
9,483
Engine Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
1,626
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
31,330
Airbags
5
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
2,009
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Manual Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Dodge Challenger

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~327,712 vehicles.

20V191000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~319,610 affected

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."

19V758000Brakes · Wheels · Tires
~173 affected

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.

19V203000Instrument Cluster
~7,929 affected

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.

Is the 2019 Dodge Challenger reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2019 Dodge Challenger has 90 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 16 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Dodge Challenger?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (16 complaints, avg 15,185 mi); Wheel Issues (11 complaints, avg 23,148 mi); Steering Defects (8 complaints, avg 9,483 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Dodge Challenger?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 14,771 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Dodge Challenger?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Dodge Challenger include 9 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 327,712 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Dodge Challenger?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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