2019 Dodge Challenger Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 19 electrical system complaints for the 2019 Dodge Challenger, 32% of its 59 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 5,750. One related recall (19V203000) covers an instrument cluster software issue.
- Electrical System complaints
- 19
- 32% of 59
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 5,750 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Backup camera stays on screen or fails to activate after the car is shifted out of reverse.
- Uconnect touchscreen intermittently goes black and becomes unresponsive, sometimes requiring a hard reset.
- Windows roll up and down on their own overnight, draining the battery.
- Key fob loses communication with the vehicle after a battery change, preventing the car from starting.
- Headlights suddenly become inoperable, with one owner reporting a melted electrical box diagnosed at the dealer.
- Sudden RPM spikes or delayed acceleration reported without warning lights illuminated.
When 2019 Dodge Challenger electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 13, 2020, latest Jun 21, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2019 Dodge Challenger
- NHTSA 19V203000Mar 14, 2019Electrical System7,929 vehicles
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
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."
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Electrical System complaints by Challenger model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical complaints does the 2019 Dodge Challenger have?
- NHTSA has logged 19 electrical system complaints for the 2019 Challenger, which is 32% of the 59 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2019 Dodge Challenger's electrical system?
- Yes, recall 19V203000 covers instrument cluster software that may fail to properly illuminate driver warnings. Dealers update the cluster software free of charge.
- At what mileage do 2019 Challenger electrical problems usually appear?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 5,750 at the time electrical failures were reported.
- What electrical issues do owners report most on the 2019 Challenger?
- Owners describe backup camera malfunctions, Uconnect screen failures, windows moving on their own, key fob detection problems, and headlight failures.
- Were there any crashes or fires linked to these electrical complaints?
- NHTSA data for this component area on the 2019 Challenger lists 1 crash and 1 fire among the reported complaints.