The Lemon Index2019 Dodge Challenger.
The 2019 Dodge Challenger is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 31 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 49, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about wheels, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 16 to 23 mpg combined. The best Dodge Challenger year is 2022.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 59 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Dodge Challenger year. 2019 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 0K to 44K miles on the car (24 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 3
- back over prevention 2020
A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse.
- brakes 2019
An incompatible front wheel and brake package was installed and may allow the front tire to contact the steering knuckle, causing tire damage.
- electrical 2019
The instrument cluster may not properly illuminate driver warnings.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Dodge told dealers about
Dodge sent dealers 315 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Customer complaint includes a Check Engine/MIL lamp-on condition with fault codes U113F-Lost…
- Battery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or…
- No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenDesiccated air bag inflator rupture2021
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Challenger 2 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Dodge Challenger SRT 2 DR RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2800–5000 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
When turning the steering wheel in either direction to its full extent, the tires begin to scrape against the body of the vehicle while making a turn.
2019 Dodge Challenger owner · NHTSA complaint 11307888
More owner reports
Driver and passengers windows go up and down when car sits overnight which drains the car's battery.
NHTSA complaint 11386883
Wheels: my front left wheel tends to feel like it hits something when I turn making a thump sound . Camera: stays in reverse while shifted / also gear
NHTSA complaint 11384684
Quick answers
Is the 2019 Dodge Challenger reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 49; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Dodge Challenger year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2019 Dodge Challenger problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are wheels (26%), electrical (23%) and steering (19%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2019 Dodge Challenger have?
3 safety recalls (latest: back over prevention). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Dodge Challenger get?
16 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2019 Dodge Challenger safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2019 Dodge Challenger problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 800 and 44,100 miles. The middle report was at 4,900 miles, from 24 complaints.
Does the 2019 Dodge Challenger have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 16% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2019 Dodge Challenger cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $5000 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2019 Dodge Challenger have?
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl.
What Dodge Challenger year is better than the 2019?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2022, 2020 and 2021.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works