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2019 Dodge Challenger Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Dodge Challenger, most often about the electrical (29% of complaints). It is 10th of 16 Challenger model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2019 Dodge Challenger problems
Electrical
17 complaints · 29%The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that when reversing his vehicle to park, it jolted backwards. The service shifter, service transmission, service engine, and the park car and turn off the engine warning lights illuminated. The gears were stuck in the park position and the engine was still…
When car is in reverse, backup camera is unavailable jeopardizing safety around. During acceleration of car when driving, the speedometer on dash shows different than the digital speedometer. I.e if I am going 40 the digital shows 60+ (varies). Passenger door lock has difficulty clicking lock/unlock and no child lock…
Other or unspecified
14 complaints · 24%My tire suffered a major crack on the train to the sidewall on june 13, 2020 I called russell westbrook Dodge in van nuys to purchase a tire since this was an emergency they told me I had to wait three days because of ordering delays, so I had no other choice to buy another tire at another tire shop this tire was 305…
Wheels and tires
11 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 21,500 miles.
My tire suffered a major crack on the train to the sidewall on june 13, 2020 I called russell westbrook Dodge in van nuys to purchase a tire since this was an emergency they told me I had to wait three days because of ordering delays, so I had no other choice to buy another tire at another tire shop this tire was 305…
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound when the steering wheel was turned. The instrument panel would also get very hot. Additionally, the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the driverâs and passengerâs side…
Steering
8 complaints · 14%My 2019 Dodge Challenger was hesitant to take off even when the accelerator was to the floor. A diagnostic test came back and it was a gear 6 shift incorrect ratio. My vehicle was in motion within busy traffic, almost causing a wreck.
My tire suffered a major crack on the train to the sidewall on june 13, 2020 I called russell westbrook Dodge in van nuys to purchase a tire since this was an emergency they told me I had to wait three days because of ordering delays, so I had no other choice to buy another tire at another tire shop this tire was 305…
Engine
8 complaints · 14%Purchased the car brand new with 992 miles put on by the dealership owner (that's what I was told). Drove the car 8 hours, spent the night in hotel; left the next morning and at odometer 1626 going 75mph on the interstate the engine blew up. I was able to control the vehicle and bring it safely to the shoulder but all…
Transmission
7 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 31,000 miles. Parts named most often: manual transmission.
P1dab-00,u1412,p0716. Vehicle has shown codes above for 5 plus months. Codes cause vehicle to shift between gear randomly. I have taken vehicle to dealership but probably was not resolved; the dealership stated the problem was the speed sensor, so the switched them out only to find out later it was not the problem.…
My 2019 Dodge Challenger was hesitant to take off even when the accelerator was to the floor. A diagnostic test came back and it was a gear 6 shift incorrect ratio. My vehicle was in motion within busy traffic, almost causing a wreck.
Air bags
5 complaints · 9%The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, when she t-boned into another vehicle causing her to lose control and also hit a guard rail. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated prior to the accident. The contact stated she sustained a…
Brakes
4 complaints · 7%Brake lines in engine bay on passenger side are routed too close to the exhaust manifold causing the insulation to melt. The melted insulation was found by my independent mechanic during a routine inspection of the vehicle. The mechanic noted that this could be a serious safety issue due to boiling brake fluid and…
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound when the steering wheel was turned. The instrument panel would also get very hot. Additionally, the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the driverâs and passengerâs side…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2019 Dodge Challenger recalls
Backup camera: camera
Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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."
Brakes: service brakes
Risk: A damaged tire can suddenly lose air pressure and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Electrical: instrument cluster/panel
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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."
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Desiccated air bag inflator rupture
Summary
From 2000 through 2017, takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("psan") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004l. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 blomquist report at www.NHTSA.gov/sites/NHTSA.gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.pdf.consequently, all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substa
Questions about the 2019 Dodge Challenger
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Dodge Challenger?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (17 complaints); other or unspecified (14 complaints); wheels and tires (11 complaints, typically around 21,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2019 Dodge Challenger have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 10, 2020 (backup camera). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2019 a bad year for the Dodge Challenger?
- It is 10th of 16 Challenger model years by number of complaints, with 59 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.