The Lemon Index2019 Dodge Charger.
The 2019 Dodge Charger is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 47 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 48, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 5 recalls, and it gets 16 to 23 mpg combined. The best Dodge Charger year is 2022.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 120 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Dodge Charger 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 1K to 54K miles on the car (38 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 5
- airbags 2024
The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
- back over prevention 2020
" When stealth mode is selected, the backup camera rearview image will not display when the vehicle is in 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.
Show all 5 recalls
- airbags 2019
The driver and passenger sun visors may lack the required air bag warning information.
- 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 335 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Right Rear Window Switch Inoperable at Times This bulletin involves replacing the right rear…
- Customer complaint includes a Check Engine/MIL lamp-on condition with fault codes U113F-Lost…
- CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminates, Recent PCM Replace Or Flash Update Performed, DTC P057B…
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 Charger 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Dodge Charger 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Dodge Charger Pursuit 4 DR RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Dodge Charger Pursuit 4 DR AWD | 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
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
2019 Dodge Charger owner · NHTSA complaint 11431432
More owner reports
We buy this car 2 day's ago and the lights from the wheels never turn off we left the car to fix the problems. And still continue with the lights on .the vehicle is in the dealer right now with 2 day buys.
NHTSA complaint 11341029
The USB port in arm rest is not working it shorts out an also the Navigation sucks it shorts on an off with CarPlay needs a recallâ¦.ASAP..
NHTSA complaint 11419568
Quick answers
Is the 2019 Dodge Charger reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.1× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 48; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Dodge Charger year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2019 Dodge Charger problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (28%), brakes (21%) and steering (13%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2019 Dodge Charger have?
5 safety recalls (latest: airbags). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Dodge Charger get?
16 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2019 Dodge Charger 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 Charger problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 1,400 and 54,300 miles. The middle report was at 10,100 miles, from 38 complaints.
Does the 2019 Dodge Charger have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2019 Dodge Charger cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $5000 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2019 Dodge Charger have?
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl.
What Dodge Charger 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