Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Challenger 5.7L. Covers both the standard and High Output 5.7L.
The 2019 Dodge Challenger is a passenger car built on the LA platform and powered by a 5.7L V8 engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, requiring 7.0 quarts of 5W-20 oil. With EPA fuel economy ratings of 16 city, 25 highway, and 19 combined mpg, this model represents the established third-generation platform that Dodge has refined over multiple model years. The 2019 model recorded 57 total owner complaints with Electrical System emerging as the primary concern, alongside three recall campaigns—a notably lower complaint figure compared to the model's historical peak of 298 complaints in 2010. Within the broader complaint history spanning 2008-2023, the 2019 Challenger demonstrates improved reliability metrics that approach the model's best recorded performance of just 9 complaints in 2022, suggesting a maturation of the platform.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R Vehicles battery is vented to the outside. · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04884899AC. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 04884899AC alt 04892339BE |
| Engine air filter | 04861746AB alt 68256672AA |
| Spark plug | SP149212AC alt SP196724AC |
| Battery | BBH7F001AA |
| Front wiper blades | 68015148AA |
| Thermostat | 52028898AJ alt 05184894AA |
| Cabin air filter | 68535614AA |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Overall length | 197.6 in |
| Overall width | 75.6 in |
| Overall height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4116 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63 / 63.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 56/44 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 16 / 25 / 19 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Midgrade Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
No 2019 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 5.10 sec | 13.70 sec | 375 hp | RWD |
| 2011 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 5.00 sec | 13.50 sec | 372 hp | RWD |
| 2009 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 5.10 sec | 13.60 sec | 372 hp | RWD |
| 2009 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 5.10 sec | 13.60 sec | 372 hp | RWD |
| 2009 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 5.40 sec | 13.80 sec | 372 hp | RWD |
| 2009 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 6.20 sec | 14.50 sec | 372 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 7.0 qt of 5W-20 engine oil, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 111 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 9.72 qt |
| Brake Fluid | Dot 3 |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 14.7 |
| Engine Coolant | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 15.2 qt |
| Engine Oil | 5W-20 |
| Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 9.0 ft-lbs |
| Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s) | 6.6 ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 133.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s) | 22.0 ft-lbs |
| Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s) | 38.0 ft-lbs |
| Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s) | 16.0 ft-lbs |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | Use new bolts only: 70.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 70 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 130 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 111 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 111 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 170.0 Do not re-use old hub nut ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-2-3-4-5-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-2-3-4-5-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 |
| Ignition Coil Primary Resistance | .540-.660 ohms |
| Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance | 9240 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Mopar |
| Spark Plug Gap | .031 in |
| Refrigerant Capacity | R-134a |
| Oil Type | ND-11 |
| Refrigerant Capacity | R-1234yf |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | ND-12 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 730 cca |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 58.0 + or - 5.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 53.0 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 63.0 psi |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 44.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 23.0 ft-lbs |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 121.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 98.0 ft-lbs |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.04 in; Rear: 0.04 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: 1.181; Rear: 1.024 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | All Excecpt SRT-8: .0004. SRT-8: .0016 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0014 when measured on vehicle. |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°. | 15 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33 ft. lbs., Step 3: 33 ft. lbs., Step 4: Turn 125° do not use a torque wrench., Step 5: Loosen all fasteners., Step 6: 22 ft. lbs., Step 7: 33 ft. lbs., Step 8: 33 ft. lbs., Step 9: Turn 130° do not use a torque wrench. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 1 | Bolts 1-10 | 25 ft. lbs |
| 1 | M12 Bolts 1-10 | 25 ft. lbs |
| 1 | M12 Bolts 1-10 | 25 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11 ft. lbs., Step 3: 22 | 4 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11 ft. lbs., Step 3: 22 | 4 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 10,000 mi | Battery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) |
| Every 30,000 mi | Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level) |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2019 Challenger sits in the generation's late stage where federal complaints have declined sharply from the 2010 peak of 298 to just 57, placing it among the lowest complaint years alongside 2017 (49) and 2018 (74). Recalls remain modest at three, consistent with the 2016–2023 range of one to four, while the single investigation matches the generation's typical count. Technical Service Bulletins tell a different story: at 314, the 2019 total is near the generation high of 320 in 2020, reflecting sustained manufacturer service activity despite low consumer complaint volumes. The leading complaint categories — Electrical System (7), Unknown Or Other (5), Air Bags (5), and Steering (5) — are low in absolute terms, and the data does not specify root causes for any category. With five crash complaints and three fire complaints recorded, the safety event count is minimal relative to fleet size. The 2019 model represents a good year to buy: it benefits from the generation's mature, low-complaint phase while the high TSB count indicates issues are documented and addressable through dealer service channels.
All 57 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… Remedy: 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…
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… 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…
Showing 5 of 314 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S2208000045 REV.D | 2026-06-26 | Structure | Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection |
| 18-044-26 | 2026-03-21 | Engine | Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction… |
| S2208000045 REV.C | 2026-03-18 | Unknown Or Other | Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection |
| S2621000003 REV.A | 2026-03-09 | Power Train | The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the… |
| S2608000010 | 2026-03-05 | Electrical System | Active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00… |
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7.0 qt of 5W-20, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 16 city / 25 highway / 19 combined mpg.