2019 Dodge Charger problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 120 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Dodge Charger, filed between 2019-04-16 and 2026-07-31. The most common problem areas are the air bags (49, 41%), electrical system (22, 18%) and exterior lighting (13, 11%). Owners reported 7 crashes, 3 fires and 11 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2019 Dodge Charger complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 49 | 41% | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical system | 22 | 18% | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 21 | 18% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 13 | 11% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 12 | 10% | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| Engine | 10 | 8% | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 6% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 7 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 4% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Air bags: 49 complaints
- 49 complaints of 120 (41%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 4 of them also name the unknown or other; owners reported 6 crashes and 6 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2019 Dodge Charger; the latest, campaign 24V198000, says: “The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.”
Electrical system: 22 complaints
- 22 complaints of 120 (18%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 7 of them also name the exterior lighting; owners reported 2 fires in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2019 Dodge Charger; the recall, campaign 19V203000, says: “The instrument cluster may not properly illuminate driver warnings.”
Exterior lighting: 13 complaints
- 13 complaints of 120 (11%) name the exterior lighting — headlights, tail and brake lights and turn signals.
- 7 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Dodge Charger covers this system.
Service brakes: 12 complaints
- 12 complaints of 120 (10%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 2 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash and 5 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2019 Dodge Charger; the recall, campaign 19V758000, says: “An incompatible front wheel and brake package was installed and may allow the front tire to contact the steering knuckle, causing tire damage.”
Engine: 10 complaints
- 10 complaints of 120 (8%) name the engine.
- 2 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 fires in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Dodge Charger covers this system.
Steering: 9 complaints
- 9 complaints of 120 (8%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2019 Dodge Charger covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 26 |
| 2025 | 30 |
| 2026 | 4 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names CHARGER, CHARGER SRT, model year 2019. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2019 Dodge Charger recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Dodge Charger?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2019 Dodge Charger's most common problem areas are the air bags (49 of 120 complaints), electrical system (22 of 120 complaints) and exterior lighting (13 of 120 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2019 Dodge Charger have?
NHTSA has 120 owner complaints on file for the 2019 Dodge Charger, including 7 reported crashes and 3 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Dodge Charger's problems?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2019 Dodge Charger; 3 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.