Is the 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER reliable?

The 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER has 93 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.8x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (17 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (14 complaints, avg repair $500); WHEELS (11 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER?

Yes, there are 3 recall(s): BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, SERVICE BRAKES. Contact any Dodge dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER?

The 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER gets 19 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2526. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER is approximately $2,805/year (coupe-muscle class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2019 Dodge CHALLENGER

Q: Is the 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER often stolen?

The Dodge CHALLENGER was the #24 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025 with approximately 4,100 thefts (NICB Hot Wheels data). Theft risk tier: high.

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER has 93 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.8x the segment average of 115. The most common issue is electrical problems (18% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2019 dodge challenger. the contact stated that when reversing his vehicle to park, it jolted backwards. the service shifter, service transmission, service engine, and the park car and turn off the engine warning lights illuminated. the gears were stuck in the park position and. There are 3 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 6 fire reports filed.

6 fire reports 8 crash reports 4 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

0.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

17 complaints

18%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN REVERSING HIS VEHICLE TO PARK, IT JOLTED BACKWARDS. THE SERVICE SHIFTER, SERVICE TRANSMISSION, SERVICE ENGINE, AND THE PARK CAR AND TURN OFF THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE GEARS WERE STUCK IN THE PARK POSITION AND
• 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
• 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

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports💥 1 crashes

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN REVERSING HIS VEHICLE TO PARK, IT JOLTED BACKWARDS. THE SERVICE SHIFTER, SERVICE TRANSMISSION, SERVICE ENGINE, AND THE PARK CAR AND TURN OFF THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE GEARS WERE STUCK IN THE PARK POSITION AND”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER

Based on 36 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 7K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

WHEELS

In line with typicalmedian 21K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 31K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (3)

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA10/09/2020

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

High theft risk

#24 most stolen in 2025

The Dodge CHALLENGER was the #24 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025, with approximately 4,100 thefts reported to law enforcement.

Notes: Muscle car; engine and body parts

Recommended protection: engine immobilizer verification, steering wheel lock, GPS tracker, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Higher theft risk usually translates to higher comprehensive-coverage insurance premiums.

Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,527

Per month

$211

Per mile

21.1¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$3,429/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,600/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2019 Dodge CHALLENGER

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,805

Full coverage / month

$234

Liability only / year

$747

vs US avg

+68%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (coupe-muscle)1.55x

× theft risk1.15x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$2805

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Dodge New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Dodge. If you're buying a used 2019 CHALLENGER, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Dodge dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

WHEELS(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 93 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN REVERSING HIS VEHICLE TO PARK, IT JOLTED BACKWARDS. THE SERVICE SHIFTER, SERVICE TRANSMISSION, SERVICE ENGINE, AND THE PARK CAR AND TURN OFF THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE GEARS WERE STUCK IN THE PARK POSITION AND
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: 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
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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WHEELS: 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.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: I WAS DRIVING IN THE HIGHWAY AND AS I TURNED TO MERGE MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND I COULD NOT MOVE THE WHEEL. ONCE I STOPPED THE CAR I TURNED IT OFF AND ON AND IT SAID 'STEERING WHEEL MOTION OFF'
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 3 recalls have been completed — free at any Dodge dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)