2019 Dodge Challenger: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings
EPA rates the 2019 Dodge Challenger at 16–23 mpg combined across 8 versions. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 59 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 5 out of 5 stars.
Safety recalls
3
EPA combined mpg
16–23
NHTSA overall rating
5/5
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT
Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Dodge dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.
2019 Dodge Challenger recalls
NHTSA's recall file lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 Dodge Challenger, newest first.
Back over prevention: Sensing system: Camera
NHTSA 20V191000Reported Sep 10, 2020
Filed by
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. W30-W37)
Units affected
319,610 (estimate)
Problem
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."
Risk
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.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. VB0)
Components
Service brakes; Wheels; Tires
Units affected
173 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
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.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (manufacturer recall no. V32)
Units affected
7,929 (estimate)
Problem
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."
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.
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.
Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.
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2019 Dodge Challenger fuel economy by version
EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.
EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.
2019 Dodge Challenger crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
2019 Dodge Challenger NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicle
Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk
Forward collision warning
2019 Dodge Challenger 2 DR AWD
5 stars
4 stars
5 stars
4 stars
11.1%
Optional
2019 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD
5 stars
4 stars
5 stars
4 stars
11.1%
Optional
2019 Dodge Challenger SRT 2 DR RWD
Not rated
Not rated
Not rated
Not rated
—
Optional
2019 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT Scatpack 2 DR RWD
Not rated
Not rated
Not rated
Not rated
—
No
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.
Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.
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2019 Dodge Challenger owner complaints
Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Dodge Challenger, most recently on Sep 12, 2026. 5 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 4 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.
Most-cited components in 2019 Dodge Challenger complaints
Component named in complaints
Mentions
Electrical system
17
Unknown or other
14
Wheels
11
Engine
8
Steering
8
Power train
6
Air bags
5
Service brakes
4
Suspension
4
Exterior lighting
3
Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.
