2019 Dodge Charger
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Air bags is the leading concern among 120 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 14th highest complaint count among 20 Charger model years with reports.
Of the 2019 reports, 7 involved a crash and 3 involved a fire. 11 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Air bags, side/window, curtain, inflatorMar 14, 2024
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.
Campaign 24V198000 on NHTSA.gov
Back over prevention, sensing system, cameraAug 27, 2020
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicles equipped with a "stealth mode." When stealth mode is selected, the backup camera rearview image will not display when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
The lack of a back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update body control module software to disable stealth mode when the vehicle is shifted into "Reverse", free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W62.
Campaign 20V512000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakesOct 24, 2019
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.
A damaged tire can suddenly lose air pressure and increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 19V758000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bagsMar 28, 2019
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Charger vehicles. The driver and passenger sun visors may lack the required air bag warning information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Failure to provide the air bag warning information increases the risk of injury.
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger sun visors, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V35.
Campaign 19V246000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, instrument cluster/panelMar 14, 2019
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."
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.
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.
Campaign 19V203000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
120 reports, newest first.
Air bags, Jul 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,989. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Fuel system, Gasoline, Jul 23, 2024
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.
Air bags, Jul 18, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Air bags, Jul 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Air bags, May 28, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:24V198 000(Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirm parts not available.
Air bags, May 8, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Air bags, May 6, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was not available.
Other or unspecified, May 3, 2024
anti-theft device failure after break-in thieves entered my locked vehicle after it was alarmed. the anti-theft device was deactivated and doors were unlocked for thieves gain entrance to the vehicle. After entrance, the were able to roll the vehicle down the street and start the vehicle. the thieves were able to by-pass the switch from the original key fob.
Air bags, Apr 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Air bags, Apr 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that a second notification would be mailed when the part was available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Nov 20, 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the driver's side headlight was inoperable. The 20-amp fuse was black and burned. The contact who is a mechanic who replaced the fuse. The contact stated that the fuse was warm to the touch. The contact stated that the fuse box underneath the hood was damaged. The passenger’s side headlight was inoperable. The fuse arc was burnt and was replaced. The contact stated that the failure was caused when the headlights were in the auto position. Additionally, the fuse arc prongs were bent. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, who informed him there was no recall for the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 88,200.
Exterior lighting, Oct 30, 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the illumination of the headlights was inadequate for the vehicle to be driven at night. While driving the visibility was only 5 feet ahead. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the bulbs needed to be changed. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.
Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Oct 25, 2023
The led light is supposed to have a constant voltage but in the day ther voltage is lower because the lights dim there needs to be a additional adjustment made or attachment so it causes the head light to fail
Engine, Sep 15, 2023
Vehicle purchased new, maintained per the owners manual and radiator requires replaced due to manufacturers defect.
Tires, Sep 7, 2023
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.
Other or unspecified, Jul 24, 2023
The interior doors on my car are wrapping and the drivers door arm rest is broken on the inside. I see plenty of complaints on this model with the same problems and there should be a recall done. My car only has 44,261 miles and is well maintained. I was told by the dealer that my extended warranty does not cover the inside doors . He broke it down to the door trim its not the trimp it's the door interior .
Electrical system, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Apr 20, 2023, 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.
Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Mar 22, 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.
Steering, Other or unspecified, Mar 15, 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
Service brakes, Mar 10, 2023, crash
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
Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Mar 5, 2023
I smelled a burning scent through my vent while driving..Driver side headlight had burned out. I’ve seen the same issue with a wiring harness that needed to be replaced with a previous charger that I had that was recalled
Engine, Feb 9, 2023
Oil cooler assembly leaking oil onto road when driving. No warning lights pop up on dash to inform.Part have been inspect by professional car dealership.
Air bags, Other or unspecified, Jan 23, 2023, crash
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.
Steering, Electrical system, Fuel/propulsion system, Dec 6, 2022
Instrument cluster and radio “monitor “stopped displaying vehicle information causing everything to disrupt driving while driving in traffic. Steering was swaying and difficult to drive. There was a recall # Safety Recall V32/NHTSA 19V-203 for the same problem so it now has the same issues.
Electrical system, Sep 28, 2022
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that pressing the start button failed to start the vehicle as designed. The contact had taken the vehicle to a certified mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 62,000.