2019 Dodge Challenger
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The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 17 of 58 complaints (29%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (4) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 75 in 2018 to 58 in 2019.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | vs. 2019 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,700–4,850 | 2,700–4,850 | 2,700–4,850 | 2,700–5,150 | 2,700–5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 16–23 | 16–23 | 16–23 | 15–23 | 15–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13–19 / 21–30 | 13–19 / 21–30 | 13–19 / 21–30 | 13–19 / 21–30 | 13–19 / 21–30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 389–567 | 389–567 | 389–567 | 389–576 | 389–575 | |
| Complaints filed | 49 | 75 | 58 | 20 | 19 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 7 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 4 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 6 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 10 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 12 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Dodge Challenger have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2019 Dodge Challenger?
Electrical: 17 of 58 NHTSA complaints (29%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Dodge Challenger get?
EPA rates it 16–23 MPG combined across 8 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Dodge Challenger?
EPA estimates $2,700–$4,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (8)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 19 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 23 mpg (high) | $2,700 (low) | 389 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Midgrade | Midsize Cars | 16 mpg | 25 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,750 | 466 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 5.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg | 23 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 494 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 6.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 15 mpg | 24 mpg | 18 mpg | $4,300 | 498 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 6.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 14 mpg | 23 mpg | 17 mpg | $4,550 | 523 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 6.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 13 mpg (low) | 22 mpg | 16 mpg (low) | $4,850 (high) | 546 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 6.2L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 13 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | $4,850 (high) | 567 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 18 mpg | 27 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 415 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 17 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 13 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 14 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 20V191000 · Apr 2, 2020
Defect: 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."
Consequence: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.
TIRES; WHEELS; SERVICE BRAKES · Campaign 19V758000 · Oct 24, 2019
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A damaged tire can suddenly lose air pressure and increase the risk of a crash.
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. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VB0.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · Campaign 19V203000 · Mar 18, 2019
Defect: 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."
Consequence: Failure of the instrument cluster to properly illuminate may prevent the driver from receiving warnings about the vehicle's systems, increasing the risk of crash.
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.