2019 Dodge Challenger
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 59
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2019
Opened by NHTSA
29% of complaints
Complaints per year
2019: 59 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 133 |
| 2010 | 299 |
| 2011 | 193 |
| 2012 | 253 |
| 2013 | 179 |
| 2014 | 148 |
| 2015 | 126 |
| 2016 | 78 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 75 |
| 2019 | 59 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 42 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
29% · 17 reportsWheels
19% · 11 reportsSteering
14% · 8 reportsEngine
14% · 8 reportsPower train
12% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing manual transmission.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2019-04-08Electrical system19V203000 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.
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V32.
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2019-12-19Service brakes, tires, wheels19V758000 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.
Remedy: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front wheels and inspect and replace the front tires, as necessary. In addition, dealers will inspect the wheel alignment, adjusting it if necessary.
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2020-04-27Back over prevention20V191000 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...
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2019 Dodge Challenger — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 8 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 19V203000 · Electrical system
- Recall 19V758000 · Service brakes, tires, wheels
- Recall 20V191000 · Back over prevention
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2019 Dodge Challenger reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Dodge Challenger is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Dodge Challenger?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 Dodge Challenger have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.