2019 Dodge Challenger Problems & Owner Complaints

Electrical System 16 1 crash 1 fire

“the car shot up in RPM would not slow down spinning tires while holding the brake hard. had to go in neutral and kill the motor, when restarted it would continue to do the same thing”
NHTSA complaint #11745469, 2026

“The factory-installed Uconnect infotainment system in my 2019 Dodge Challenger intermittently malfunctions by remaining stuck on the rearview camera display after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse and into drive or park. The rearview camera image does not disengage as designed and continues to display randomly during normal forward driving. This appears to be a failure of the Uconnect radio/software system rather than the camera itself. The issue occurs unpredictably and has happened multiple times without warning. Restarting the vehicle is sometimes required to restore normal screen func…”
NHTSA complaint #11705489, 2025

“When battery was replaced the smart window function stopped working...”
NHTSA complaint #11680566, 2025

Unknown Or Other 14 1 crash 2 fire

“My vehicle was parked in the driveway with a car cover over it and it caught on fire. The fire appeared to have started by the driver side headlight area and quickly ignited and burnt the whole front end of the car. The fire department showed up to put the fire out and they did not see any foul play. Surveillance camera shows the car catching on fire on it own without anyone near it. The last time it was driven it was a week ago. No after market parts in the car either, it’s all stock with very low miles or 12K.”
NHTSA complaint #11743380, 2026 · fire

“On my way to work on the highway and my rear differential blew apart sending pieces all over the high way had to get it towed home.”
NHTSA complaint #11666936, 2025

“I leased this car there purchased it. Never had any accident or anything in that sort. However my car start to make this metal noise when I am driving which is super loud. I took it to the dealership but they said it's not serious without doing a thorough check up. they said it's just a sound that those type cars make and it replace the metal part it cost about 10k or something like that. I never heard this sound in any type of car. The sound is very loud and I don't feel safe driving my car. Something is off and the metal sound is constant. like 2 pieces of metal rubbing into each other and t…”
NHTSA complaint #11613312, 2024

Wheels 11 2 crash 2 fire

“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 driver’s and passenger’s side tires were worn due to steering knuckle, causing tire damage. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not under recalls. The dealer diagnosed that the instrument panel overheated and burnt the connecting wires. The instrument panel was replace…”
NHTSA complaint #11426846, 2021 · fire

“the lower control arm and lower ball joint broke causing me to hit another vehicle ,plus had to be towed due to damage , highway patrol called and took a report, was inspected my insurance adjuster after the accident this part would have broke while driving and caused more damage or injuries to me or my wife, the rack and pinion still needs to be replaced and is on back order until further notice no date given when it will be in by the dealership”
NHTSA complaint #11462382, 2022 · crash

“I had a flat tire while driving to work and was unable to pull over for about a few thousand feet. As the tire went flat I swirled into the grass on a street without a shoulder. The tire snapped off and was not locatable. I filed a police report and called the police at time of incident. The total damage on the vehicle was under $3,000 but because the tire snapped off and damaged the firewall Dodge stated that the vehicle had to be a total loss. This was a 2019 challenger there should be no reason for a wheel to snap off like such. After visiting several Dodge chat rooms I have learned that th…”
NHTSA complaint #11554767, 2023

Steering 8 1 crash

“the lower control arm and lower ball joint broke causing me to hit another vehicle ,plus had to be towed due to damage , highway patrol called and took a report, was inspected my insurance adjuster after the accident this part would have broke while driving and caused more damage or injuries to me or my wife, the rack and pinion still needs to be replaced and is on back order until further notice no date given when it will be in by the dealership”
NHTSA complaint #11462382, 2022 · crash

“Power steering/rack and pinion. Yes. Power steering cuts in and out around corners and sometimes completely locking steering wheel with no control. When steering wheel locks up it’s you to lose control of car and could cause head on collision. Yes I had dodge dealship diagnose and also independent mechanic. Manufacturer has not inspected. There were no warnings or any warning lights in car. Problem started about 3 months ago.”
NHTSA complaint #11538514, 2023

“The power steering or steering rack appears to be defective. While turning on a curve, the steering will get stuck in what feels like a knotch, and can be weird to un-stick from that knotch. Can maybe cause unstable feeling in steering.”
NHTSA complaint #11537278, 2023

Engine 7

“the car shot up in RPM would not slow down spinning tires while holding the brake hard. had to go in neutral and kill the motor, when restarted it would continue to do the same thing”
NHTSA complaint #11745469, 2026

“Have had several dodge chargers and challengers and oil cooler fails too soon I believe way to expensive to fix so soon in my opinion all it takes is for someone to over torque the oil filter cap during oil changes so many times and I believe starts the problem not including how cheap looking the oil cooler seems currently have a 2019 challenger sxt awd and just noticed oil resting in the valley of the oil cooler here we go again same problem over and over again”
NHTSA complaint #11573700, 2023

“On my way to work on 9/28/23 my 2019 dodge challenger hellcat Redeye engine just shut off at 65mph. I was in the left lane by the wall on I45 heading northbound. I instantly had a loss of power steering and braking. The engine just shut off. A check engine light came on and the dash said shift I to park to start. I was successfully able to get across 4 lanes of traffic to stop on the apron between o ram and side of freeway. When I shifted to park and to try to restart it would not start. Had to be towed to dealership where upon inspection they said the motor was locked. When broken down a valv…”
NHTSA complaint #11548547, 2023

Power Train 7

“On my way to work on the highway and my rear differential blew apart sending pieces all over the high way had to get it towed home.”
NHTSA complaint #11666936, 2025

“On my way to work on 9/28/23 my 2019 dodge challenger hellcat Redeye engine just shut off at 65mph. I was in the left lane by the wall on I45 heading northbound. I instantly had a loss of power steering and braking. The engine just shut off. A check engine light came on and the dash said shift I to park to start. I was successfully able to get across 4 lanes of traffic to stop on the apron between o ram and side of freeway. When I shifted to park and to try to restart it would not start. Had to be towed to dealership where upon inspection they said the motor was locked. When broken down a valv…”
NHTSA complaint #11548547, 2023

“I HAVE A 2019 CHALLENGER R/T WITH THE 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION. IT HAS A PROBLEM WHERE IT WILL POP OUT OF FIRST GEAR INTERMITTENTLY AND I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER 7 TIMES IN THE 7 MONTHS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR AND THEY HAVE FAILED TO FIX IT. I HAVE PROVIDED 2 VIDEOS ONE A MONTH AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR AND ONE THAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK TO PROVE IT IS A CONTINUOUS PROBLEM. I HAVE BEEN ALMOST REAR ENDED MANY TIMES BECAUSE THE CAR WILL POP OUT OF GEAR FROM A STOP. IT IS DANGEROUS AND DODGE HAS FAILED TO EVEN ATTEMPT TO FIX MY VEHICLE. I HAVE REPLICATED IT WITH A DEALER EMPLOYEE IN THE CAR AND HAV…”
NHTSA complaint #11394591, 2020

Air Bags 5 3 crash 4 injury

“TL* 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 BROKEN LEFT HAND AND 3 PERSONS WERE INJURED ON THE OTHER VEHICLE (UNAWARE OF WHAT INJURIES). THE CONTACT STATED HERSELF AND THE 3 PASSENGERS ALL SOUGHT MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO IMPOUND LOT. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE HAD N…”
NHTSA complaint #11339583, 2020 · crash · 4 injury(ies)

“What component or system failed or malfunctioned? Airbag. Not sure about the available for inspection. How was your safety or safety of others put at risk? In accident airbag did not deploy and both driver and passenger were injured. Driver suffered head injuries and concussion. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Car is totaled out by insurance company. Not sure of answer to this question. Has the vehicle or component inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Yes. Were there any warning lamps, messages or…”
NHTSA complaint #11594558, 2024 · crash

“I was rear ended while traveling eastbound on US 175 ( C F Hawn Fwy ). When I was hit the impact pushed me alittle ways. The other driver was going pretty fast because I was hit hard enough to where the trunk of the car was pushed into the back seat of the car. After being able to get out of the car. I noticed that the airbags didn't deploy. The seat belt did lock up but the airbags did not come out.”
NHTSA complaint #11544895, 2023 · crash

Suspension 4 1 crash

“the lower control arm and lower ball joint broke causing me to hit another vehicle ,plus had to be towed due to damage , highway patrol called and took a report, was inspected my insurance adjuster after the accident this part would have broke while driving and caused more damage or injuries to me or my wife, the rack and pinion still needs to be replaced and is on back order until further notice no date given when it will be in by the dealership”
NHTSA complaint #11462382, 2022 · crash

“Electrical system is currently failing. I was informed that I need a PDC wiring kit to replace the fuse box and the entire vehicle must be rewired. USB Charging ports DO NOT WORK. Cigarette lighter ports to charge cellular devices do not work. Every time the service department at the dealership fixed a component to repair the radio a fuse was blown in another area of the vehicle in 2024. Currently 2025, I was told that the Radio lost connection with amplifier. The screen of the radio is on. It is changing from station to station and there is no sound. The bluetooth connects to my phone but t…”
NHTSA complaint #11660559, 2025

“I had a flat tire while driving to work and was unable to pull over for about a few thousand feet. As the tire went flat I swirled into the grass on a street without a shoulder. The tire snapped off and was not locatable. I filed a police report and called the police at time of incident. The total damage on the vehicle was under $3,000 but because the tire snapped off and damaged the firewall Dodge stated that the vehicle had to be a total loss. This was a 2019 challenger there should be no reason for a wheel to snap off like such. After visiting several Dodge chat rooms I have learned that th…”
NHTSA complaint #11554767, 2023

Exterior Lighting 3

“Electrical system is currently failing. I was informed that I need a PDC wiring kit to replace the fuse box and the entire vehicle must be rewired. USB Charging ports DO NOT WORK. Cigarette lighter ports to charge cellular devices do not work. Every time the service department at the dealership fixed a component to repair the radio a fuse was blown in another area of the vehicle in 2024. Currently 2025, I was told that the Radio lost connection with amplifier. The screen of the radio is on. It is changing from station to station and there is no sound. The bluetooth connects to my phone but t…”
NHTSA complaint #11660559, 2025

“My 2019 Dodge Challenger GT harness has been compromised. The electrical system in a vehicle, including the headlight circuit, is designed to operate within specific parameters to ensure safety and reliability. When a harness is compromised it can cause an electrical short circuit. In my case, this short circuit is causing a fuse to melt. A fuse is a safety device designed to protect electrical circuits from overheating and potential fires by breaking the circuit when excess current flows through it. When a fuse melts due to an electrical short caused by a faulty harness, it means that excessi…”
NHTSA complaint #11534966, 2023

“The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the electrical box was melted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified about the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11579748, 2022

Service Brakes 3 1 fire

“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 driver’s and passenger’s side tires were worn due to steering knuckle, causing tire damage. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not under recalls. The dealer diagnosed that the instrument panel overheated and burnt the connecting wires. The instrument panel was replace…”
NHTSA complaint #11426846, 2021 · fire

“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 RECOMMEND GETTING THIS FIXED AT DODGE UNDER WARRANTY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.”
NHTSA complaint #11413229, 2021

“STOCK, FACTORY BUILT, REAR BRAKE PAD SURFACE AREA IS SUBSTANTIALLY DIFFERENT THAN THE REAR ROTOR DIAMETER. SWEEP OF BRAKE PAD IS SUBSTANTIALLY NARROWER THAN THE ROTOR. THIS IS CAUSING AN IMPROPER WEAR PATTERN ON ROTOR. REDUCES STOPPING FORCE AND WILL CREATE A RIDGE IN THE ROTOR. THIS RIDGE WILL MAKE FUTURE REPLACEMENT BRAKE PADS INCOMPATIBLE, AND COULD AFFECT BRAKE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE NEGATIVELY.”
NHTSA complaint #11306592, 2020

Tires 3 1 fire

“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 driver’s and passenger’s side tires were worn due to steering knuckle, causing tire damage. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not under recalls. The dealer diagnosed that the instrument panel overheated and burnt the connecting wires. The instrument panel was replace…”
NHTSA complaint #11426846, 2021 · fire

“The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger equipped with Goodyear tires. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the air pressure warning light would illuminate. The contact mentioned that there was an abnormal rubbing sound coming from the tires while turning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the inside of the front driver’s side tire was worn. The tire was the original tire. The tire was replaced however, a few months later the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front passenge…”
NHTSA complaint #11449012, 2020

“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 3020 THE STANDARD STOCK TIRES ARE 305 35 20. I WAS UNABLE PHYSICALLY TO TAKE MY OLD TIRE WITH ME SINCE I CAME FROM A TRIP AND MY TRUNK AND INTERIOR HAD LUGGAGE. I WENT TO RUSSELL WESTBROOK DODGE ON JUNE 19, 2020 WITH THIS CONCERN AND ASK THEM AT THE VERY LEAST TO REFILL MY TIRE WI…”
NHTSA complaint #11329809, 2020

Vehicle Speed Control 3

“Was getting on freeway and hit the gas to accelerate and get ahead of the traffic. The Challenger would not accelerate fast (has a hemi) and car almost flew into me. Started testing the vehicle and it just wouldn't accelerate fast, it was stall slowly and pickup speed over 30 seconds or so. I brought it in to one shop and they said its probably a software update and to take it to Dodge and it should be free. Dodge told me it's probably not software, kept my car for 5 days and told me it was a software update and that they updated it for free but still charged me $175 for the "diagnosis" w…”
NHTSA complaint #11513260, 2023

“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. VEHICLE IS UNSAFE; ON ONE OCCASION THE VEHICLE SHIFT FROM THE 8TH GEAR TO THE 3RD WHILE ON THE FREEWAY ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE RESOLVE ISSUE BEFORE SOMEONE IS GRAVELY INJURED.”
NHTSA complaint #11386328, 2020

“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 IS ON- WILL BE SAFETY CONCERN IF EXITING IS NEEDED OF VEHICLE. ALL ISSUES ABOVE HAPPEN ALMOST EVERY TIME. *TR”
NHTSA complaint #11328031, 2019

Back Over Prevention 2

“The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera screen displayed a blue screen. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the back-over prevention camera was still enabled. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera was displayed in real time. In addition, the contact stated that while driving forward, the image froze. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact referenced an unknown recall which had a similar failure description; howeve…”
NHTSA complaint #11693663, 2024

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, THE BACK OVER PREVENTION IMAGE REMAINED ON SCREEN FOR UP TO 10 SECONDS. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V191000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION) HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 8,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11415235, 2020

Fuel/Propulsion System 2

“On my way to work on 9/28/23 my 2019 dodge challenger hellcat Redeye engine just shut off at 65mph. I was in the left lane by the wall on I45 heading northbound. I instantly had a loss of power steering and braking. The engine just shut off. A check engine light came on and the dash said shift I to park to start. I was successfully able to get across 4 lanes of traffic to stop on the apron between o ram and side of freeway. When I shifted to park and to try to restart it would not start. Had to be towed to dealership where upon inspection they said the motor was locked. When broken down a valv…”
NHTSA complaint #11548547, 2023

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS APPLIED THE CONTACT'S NEIGHBOR NOTICED THAT VEHICLE HAD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR MUFFLER. VEHICLE'S EXHAUST AFFECTED BY THE RATTLE. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO THE DESTINATION. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED RIVERSIDE CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM LOCATED AT (1601 US-70, NEW BERN, NC 28560 252-633-4411) WAS CONTACTED AND AN APPOINTMENT WAS SCHEDULED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE DIAGNOSED BUTTERFLY ACUATOR VALVE FAILED. R…”
NHTSA complaint #11319716, 2020

Forward Collision Avoidance 1

“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. VEHICLE IS UNSAFE; ON ONE OCCASION THE VEHICLE SHIFT FROM THE 8TH GEAR TO THE 3RD WHILE ON THE FREEWAY ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE RESOLVE ISSUE BEFORE SOMEONE IS GRAVELY INJURED.”
NHTSA complaint #11386328, 2020

Structure 1

“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 IS ON- WILL BE SAFETY CONCERN IF EXITING IS NEEDED OF VEHICLE. ALL ISSUES ABOVE HAPPEN ALMOST EVERY TIME. *TR”
NHTSA complaint #11328031, 2019