NHTSA (USA)Critical
At a glance
What can fail
The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags at no cost.
This page covers 7 recalls, 118 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Dodge Charger.
18–23 mpg combined
10.2–13.1 L/100km
Large Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 5 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2019 Dodge Charger centers on the airbag system, which accounts for a large share of reported issues. Owners frequently describe concerns about airbag deployment reliability, often tied to interior door panel warping and separation, the plastic trim near the window sill lifts away from the door frame, and owners worry the distortion could interfere with side airbag deployment. The electrical system draws the next cluster of complaints, with owners reporting various electrical malfunctions, while exterior lighting rounds out the third-most-reported area: multiple owners describe headlights failing to activate or staying inoperative even after bulb replacement, suggesting the issue lies beyond the bulb itself. A smaller number of owners also report a fuel tank filler neck crack that allows fuel vapors to escape around the vehicle.
118
Total Complaints
7
Crash-Related
3
Fire-Related
5
With Injuries
By System
The 2019 Dodge Charger has 7 recalls, the most serious involving side curtain airbag inflators that can rupture and send metal fragments into the cabin, potentially causing serious injury or death.
On the brake and suspension side, an incompatible front wheel and brake package on certain vehicles can allow the tire to contact the steering knuckle, damaging the tire and risking a sudden blowout. Two recalls cover the instrument cluster: on some vehicles it may fail to illuminate warning lights at all, and on others it may go completely dark, leaving the driver without any information about the vehicle's systems. The backup camera is also affected, but only on Charger Pursuit models equipped with stealth mode, where selecting that mode prevents the rearview image from appearing when the vehicle is in reverse. Finally, some vehicles are missing the required airbag warning labels on the sun visors, which means occupants may not have the safety information needed before a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags at no cost.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
When stealth mode is active, the backup camera display does not show when the vehicle is put in reverse, eliminating a required safety view.
What the fix does
Software will be updated to automatically turn off stealth mode when reverse gear is selected, restoring the backup camera display.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
An incompatible front wheel and brake package was installed. The front tire may contact the steering knuckle, causing tire damage.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front wheels, inspect and replace front tires as needed, and inspect and adjust wheel alignment if necessary.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Driver and passenger sun visors may be missing or have incorrect airbag warning labels required by Canadian regulations.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver and passenger sun visors with correct warning labels.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver and passenger sun visors are missing required air bag warning information, which violates federal safety standards for occupant crash protection.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver and passenger sun visors at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The instrument cluster may stop working on your vehicle.
What the fix does
The manufacturer will mail you instructions to visit a dealer, where technicians will update the instrument cluster software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The instrument cluster may fail to display driver warning lights and messages properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the instrument cluster software at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
