2019 Dodge Charger Problems & Owner Complaints

Air Bags 49 6 crash 6 injury

“The airbags failed to deploy upon impact and after impact. The vehicle is located in insurance agencies' salvage yard. Others safety and my safety was put at risk because the airbags in my vehicle not deploying caused me to smack my head on something in the vehicle and I abstained a contusion to my head and a concussion I was disoriented and blacked out at some point. The other person in the vehicle abstained injuries to their leg. Had we of not been wearing our seatbelts we would have been ejected from the vehicle. We could have lost our life's due to the air bags not deploying. I don't know…”
NHTSA complaint #11614203, 2024 · crash · 2 injury(ies)

“I was in an accident. The other car hit me at least going 60 mph into my drivers door. NONE of my airbags deployed in the accident. My car could not move and was totaled from the accident. I was injured with a TBI from the car accident. I received no help from the manufacturer at all.”
NHTSA complaint #11503303, 2020 · crash · 2 injury(ies)

“I was in a car accident where i hydroplaned through 3 lanes of traffic on the highway and spun out of control and smashed into a median wall which effectively cause my car to be totaled. On my dashboard it was giving warning signs the airbag was deployed and my car was unmovable but that wasn’t the case. Not one airbag deployed. I ended up needing stitches but I feel like that could have been avoided if my airbags did it’s job. What else has to happen besides direct impact for them to protect the driver.”
NHTSA complaint #11462881, 2022 · crash · 1 injury(ies)

Electrical System 22 2 fire

“The 2019 Dodge Charger, a police vehicle, was enroute to a crash scene when it caught fire. The fire appears to have originated in the engine compartment near the fire wall.”
NHTSA complaint #11518011, 2023 · fire

“Melted headlight connector.Have replace headlight connector and headlight bulb several times. Using the manufacturers recommend bulb. 9005LN. On 3/21/23 it overheated again an cause a electrical fire behind the headlight assembly. It is fleet police car and I have several cars that have the headlight connector melted and replace.”
NHTSA complaint #11513161, 2023 · fire

“I was traveling 58 mph on hwy 270 in Malvern Arkansas. The power steering turned off, the emergency brake engaged and flashed, and the ABS shut off. I replaced the steering sensor with an original mopar part off of my vin number and if i turn tightly it still triggers a code. The entire sensor and spring has been relplaced. It was obvious the original part shorted out It is VERY SENSITIVE to heat, the hotter it gets the more shut down of power steering, and activating the emergency brake while driving is experienced. I bought this car new and have taken excellent care of it.”
NHTSA complaint #11751658, 2026

Unknown Or Other 21 1 crash 2 injury

“I was in an accident. The other car hit me at least going 60 mph into my drivers door. NONE of my airbags deployed in the accident. My car could not move and was totaled from the accident. I was injured with a TBI from the car accident. I received no help from the manufacturer at all.”
NHTSA complaint #11503303, 2020 · crash · 2 injury(ies)

“To whom ot may concern my 2019 dodge charger headlight went out on driver side after replacement light it still didn't work and replacement of box during the process of taking bub out bulb silver housing box was extremely hot…so hot it burned his hand and then he ask me to feel the light and also it was extremely hot after inspection of the car for hour in a half the hornest was melting I looked up the recall on those vehicle and seeing there was same recall of this issue on older models there is no way that hornest would burn unless it was extremely hot Every charger I see light is out also a…”
NHTSA complaint #11688668, 2025

“Car overheated and caused critical damage without warning or notification. Had my 2019 Dodge Charger GT vin got the V32 recall updating the instrument cluster software, there would have been warning or any dash notification(s) and I wouldn’t have damaged header. FCA failed to assign, notify, or remedy this recall which lead to engine damage.”
NHTSA complaint #11682000, 2025

Exterior Lighting 13 1 fire

“Melted headlight connector.Have replace headlight connector and headlight bulb several times. Using the manufacturers recommend bulb. 9005LN. On 3/21/23 it overheated again an cause a electrical fire behind the headlight assembly. It is fleet police car and I have several cars that have the headlight connector melted and replace.”
NHTSA complaint #11513161, 2023 · fire

“The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the driver's side headlight persistently failed to operate as needed, and the headlight bulb was replaced several times. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a Police Officer pulled the contact over because the headlight was inoperable. The contact stated that upon returning to the residence, the contact and her son inspected the headlight and noticed that the headlight had melted internally. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not notified o…”
NHTSA complaint #11688981, 2025

“To whom ot may concern my 2019 dodge charger headlight went out on driver side after replacement light it still didn't work and replacement of box during the process of taking bub out bulb silver housing box was extremely hot…so hot it burned his hand and then he ask me to feel the light and also it was extremely hot after inspection of the car for hour in a half the hornest was melting I looked up the recall on those vehicle and seeing there was same recall of this issue on older models there is no way that hornest would burn unless it was extremely hot Every charger I see light is out also a…”
NHTSA complaint #11688668, 2025

Service Brakes 12 1 crash 5 injury

“Brake system Seatbelt came out of latch Approaching a red light and stopped traffic, applied brakes and no response. Ended up rear ending another vehicle. Resulting in injury to driver of malfunctioning vehicle and possible injuries to other passengers in the other vehicle . Don’t know if the vehicle is available. It was deemed totaled. It’s Unkown if there’s been any inspections as of yet. There was some kind of audible notification that occurred when driver applied brakes right before collision”
NHTSA complaint #11511144, 2023 · crash · 5 injury(ies)

“Vehicle was sold by Westgate Crysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Raleigh with missing caliper bolt in front passenger brake system. This was detected by an independent service center while getting brake pads and rotors replaced, as they were very worn and causing the brake system to be jumpy and catchy, despite Westgate assuring they were fine. The lack of the bolt in the caliper put my entire family's life at risk from the second we drove off the lot a little over a month ago.”
NHTSA complaint #11753994, 2026

“WHEN GO OVER 30 AND BRAKE THE CAR SHAKES BUT UNDER THEM SPEED NOTHING HAPPENS ITS REGULAR. JUST BOUGHT THE CAR 2 WEEKS AGO.”
NHTSA complaint #11399871, 2021

Engine 10 2 fire

“The 2019 Dodge Charger, a police vehicle, was enroute to a crash scene when it caught fire. The fire appears to have originated in the engine compartment near the fire wall.”
NHTSA complaint #11518011, 2023 · fire

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL, SHE SAW BLACK/BLUE SMOKE EXITING FROM THE REAR AND STATED THE VEHICLE BEGAN SHAKE AND MAKE AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED AT THE MOMENT. THE CONTACT STATED DAYS LATER, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LOCAL DEALER CARL HOGAN CHEVROLET BUICK GMC (2333 HWY 45 N, COLUMBUS, MS 39705: (662) 580-0726), AND WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER WHERE SHE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE AND WAS TOWED TO THEIR FA…”
NHTSA complaint #11390982, 2020 · fire

“On January 6, 2025, Countryside CDJR in Georgia performed internal engine repairs on my 2019 Dodge Charger R/T, including lifter and internal engine work. Only months later, the engine suffered a catastrophic failure while driving. The vehicle became disabled and had to be towed. This raises serious concerns of improper repair or a safety-related engine defect. The dealership denies responsibility and blames a single missed oil change. A single missed oil change does not cause sudden catastrophic engine failure so soon after dealership-performed internal work. This could be related to known…”
NHTSA complaint #11698261, 2025

Steering 9

“I was traveling 58 mph on hwy 270 in Malvern Arkansas. The power steering turned off, the emergency brake engaged and flashed, and the ABS shut off. I replaced the steering sensor with an original mopar part off of my vin number and if i turn tightly it still triggers a code. The entire sensor and spring has been relplaced. It was obvious the original part shorted out It is VERY SENSITIVE to heat, the hotter it gets the more shut down of power steering, and activating the emergency brake while driving is experienced. I bought this car new and have taken excellent care of it.”
NHTSA complaint #11751658, 2026

“Over 2 years ago I took my vehicle in for an oil change and asked them to drive it and see why it sometimes pulls the steering when going around a curve to the left. they drove it and said it never did pull. Since then, it now pulls to the right when going around curves to the right also. It is doing it more frequently and I am in fear that it will either cause me to go off the road or hit someone when it all of a sudden jerks, like it is catching on something in the tire or something. I wouldn't even let my grandson drive it when he got his learners permit. I have since then decided to l…”
NHTSA complaint #11707706, 2023

“AC still smells meldo thru the vents fixed it last year or so still issues steering makes piping noise when backing up to the right”
NHTSA complaint #11512076, 2023

Structure 7 1 crash

“TL-THE CONTACT WAS RENTING A 2019 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30MPHAN CROSSING A RAILROAD TRACK THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH THE VEHICLE WAS TBONED ON THE PASSANGER SIDE. THE OTHER VEHICLE MIGHT HAVE RAN THROUGH A STOP SIGN. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND NO POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. NON OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.BOTH VEHICLES WERE DRIVEN TO A NEARBY PARKING LOT AND THE DRIVER'S EXCHANGED INSURANCE INFORMATION. THE PASSANGER SIDE DOOR WAS COMPLETELY SMASHED IN AND UNABLE TO BE OPENED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN AWAY AND REQUIRED NO TOWING. THE FAILURE MILEA…”
NHTSA complaint #11365151, 2020 · crash

“To whom ot may concern my 2019 dodge charger headlight went out on driver side after replacement light it still didn't work and replacement of box during the process of taking bub out bulb silver housing box was extremely hot…so hot it burned his hand and then he ask me to feel the light and also it was extremely hot after inspection of the car for hour in a half the hornest was melting I looked up the recall on those vehicle and seeing there was same recall of this issue on older models there is no way that hornest would burn unless it was extremely hot Every charger I see light is out also a…”
NHTSA complaint #11688668, 2025

“I brought my vehicle in for a recall to replace the airbags and headliner. When I received my car back from the dealership (Union City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram), the vehicle was returned with a broken windshield, water intrusion leading to mold, corroded and missing components, and now both rear doors do not function properly. These issues are safety concerns and were not present before the service. This dealership severely compromised the safety and usability of my car during a recall repair. I believe this warrants investigation and potential oversight from NHTSA, especially as this stemmed…”
NHTSA complaint #11670680, 2025

Wheels 7

“The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front end of the vehicle started vibrating. Additionally, the contact stated that the front passenger's side tire had sustained a blowout. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front alignment of the vehicle had failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. An unknown dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage wa…”
NHTSA complaint #11674266, 2025

“When making a right turn at approximately 5 miles per hour the front driver side suspension arm failed catastrophically causing the wheel, brake assembly, part of the suspension arm, and a small part of the frame of the vehicle to break off and roll approximately 75 feet into traffic. This also caused my break system to fail entirely. The week of the incident the Vehicle had been driven approximately 120 miles under conditions that would be considered normal for the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated and there were no sounds or signs that failure was imminent. Vehicle is pending…”
NHTSA complaint #11472845, 2022

“I THINK IT MAY HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE TRACTION BUTTON, MY CAR WHEELS LOCKED AFTER PUTTING IT ON AND THEN THE WHOLE CAR SPUN AROUND IN A COMPLETE CIRCLE ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS IS THE 3RD TIME”
NHTSA complaint #11431432, 2021

Fuel/Propulsion System 5 1 fire

“The 2019 Dodge Charger, a police vehicle, was enroute to a crash scene when it caught fire. The fire appears to have originated in the engine compartment near the fire wall.”
NHTSA complaint #11518011, 2023 · fire

“- Crack at base of gas tank where fill tube attached causing fuel vapors around the car and a possible fuel leak. - Yes by independent service center. -White residue was built up around the crack in the fill tube. Independent service center confirmed the cause as - "Found plastic fuel tank leaking around the filler nipple that is plastic welded in. Also, the auxiliary pump has a dark spot like it may be sleeping as well. Need to replace the fuel tank and would recommend replacing the fuel pumps as a precaution." Final repair charge was $4437.03. Independent service center replace fuel…”
NHTSA complaint #11708098, 2025

“Gas smells in vehicle recall no remedy vehicle smells unsafe. Health hazard concerns”
NHTSA complaint #11617568, 2024

Forward Collision Avoidance 2

“I was traveling 58 mph on hwy 270 in Malvern Arkansas. The power steering turned off, the emergency brake engaged and flashed, and the ABS shut off. I replaced the steering sensor with an original mopar part off of my vin number and if i turn tightly it still triggers a code. The entire sensor and spring has been relplaced. It was obvious the original part shorted out It is VERY SENSITIVE to heat, the hotter it gets the more shut down of power steering, and activating the emergency brake while driving is experienced. I bought this car new and have taken excellent care of it.”
NHTSA complaint #11751658, 2026

“The BRAKE light will not go off an the BRAKE fluids light on the dash board it is not low in fluid…. It has been checked has been taken to the dealership….”
NHTSA complaint #11421011, 2021

Suspension 2

“The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front end of the vehicle started vibrating. Additionally, the contact stated that the front passenger's side tire had sustained a blowout. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front alignment of the vehicle had failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. An unknown dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage wa…”
NHTSA complaint #11674266, 2025

“When making a right turn at approximately 5 miles per hour the front driver side suspension arm failed catastrophically causing the wheel, brake assembly, part of the suspension arm, and a small part of the frame of the vehicle to break off and roll approximately 75 feet into traffic. This also caused my break system to fail entirely. The week of the incident the Vehicle had been driven approximately 120 miles under conditions that would be considered normal for the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated and there were no sounds or signs that failure was imminent. Vehicle is pending…”
NHTSA complaint #11472845, 2022

Tires 2

“The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front end of the vehicle started vibrating. Additionally, the contact stated that the front passenger's side tire had sustained a blowout. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front alignment of the vehicle had failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. An unknown dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage wa…”
NHTSA complaint #11674266, 2025

“The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the TPMS warning light illuminated, and the contact became aware that the air pressure level was not being read from the rear driver’s side tire. The contact stopped on the side of the road and examined the tire, but the tire was not low. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the battery in the TPMS was not functioning as intended. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 30,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11543281, 2023

Engine And Engine Cooling 1

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, AN ABNORMAL RATTLING SOUND WAS DETECTED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TAYLOR CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (1497 IL-50, BOURBONNAIS, IL 60914, (815) 935-7900) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE EXHAUST MUFFLER WAS FRACTURED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED BECAUSE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL MID OCTOBER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATE…”
NHTSA complaint #11251946, 2019

Equipment 1

“WHEN THE CAR IS PLAYING MUSIC, THERE IS LOUD KNOCKING IN THE BACK SPEAKERS AND PHYSICALLY POPS. THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE WHERE THE SPEAKERS MAKE A LOUD KNOCK AND HAS BEEN MISTAKEN AS ANOTHER CAR HITTING YOU. THE KNOCKING CAN BE HEARD AT LOW VOLUME LEVEL AND IS RIDICULOUS AT HIGH LEVELS. THE VEHICLE HAD THE ISSUE WHEN NEW AND THE CAR STILL IS. IT MIGHT BE MORE THAN JUST MUSIC. THE PROBLEMS EXIST WHEN STATIONARY AND MOVING AT ALL SPEEDS. *TR”
NHTSA complaint #11329002, 2019

Fuel System 1

“The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor on the interior of the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the fuel odor was extremely strong. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11604046, 2024

Power Train 1

“THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING 60 MPH ON A HIGHWAY WHEN I GOT A MESSAGE ON MY DASH SCREEN SAYING 'SERVICE SHIFTER'. IT DISAPPEARED AFTER ABOUT 3 SECONDS. NOTHING APPEARED AGAIN. THE CAR WAS ACTING FINE. TWO DAYS LATER THE CAR UNLOCKED BY THE REMOTE AND THEN WOULD NOT START. THE SHIFTER KNOB FLASHED RED MULTIPLE TIMES REPEATEDLY. I COULDN'T LOCK THE DOOR OR THE CAR WOULD AUTOMATICALLY UNLOCK ALL DOORS AS IF I HAD THE KEY FOB INSIDE STILL. I COULD NOT START THE CAR, TURN ON ACCESSORIES OR SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR. I HAD POWER TO MY LIGHTS ETC. MY REMOTE WOULDN'T WORK FOR LOCKING OR UNLOCKING OR REMOTE ST…”
NHTSA complaint #11325761, 2020