Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Charger 5.7L.
The 2019 Dodge Charger 5.7L is a passenger‑car built on the LD platform, powered by a 5.7‑liter V8 that requires 7.0 qt of 5W‑20 oil and is paired with an automatic 8‑speed transmission; its EPA rating of 16/25/19 mpg reflects the balance of performance and fuel economy typical of this class. In the broader model‑year reliability context, the Charger’s 2019 incarnation sits comfortably within a long history of owner complaints that peaked in 2006 with 1,293 grievances and fell to a single complaint in 2024, indicating a significant improvement in durability over time. With 118 total owner complaints in 2019—most centered on air‑bag issues—and five recalls, the vehicle remains a solid example of modern muscle‑car engineering while highlighting the ongoing importance of safety component reliability.
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 · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. 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 | 04892339BE alt 04884899AC |
| Engine air filter | 04861746AB alt 68172459AA |
| Spark plug | SP143877AB alt SP149125AF |
| Battery | BBH7F001AA alt BBH8F001AA |
| Front wiper blades | 68194930AB alt 05182439AB |
| Thermostat | 52028898AJ alt 05184894AA |
| Cabin air filter | 68535614AA |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Overall length | 198.4 in |
| Overall width | 75.2 in |
| Overall height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4158 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.4 / 63.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 56/44 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 16 / 25 / 19 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 105 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 16 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Midgrade Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent published road-test results.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | R/T Sedan (87 octane) 5.7L V8 | 4.90 sec | 13.50 sec | 370 hp | RWD |
| 2019 | R/T Sedan (93 octane) 5.7L V8 | 4.90 sec | 13.40 sec | 370 hp | RWD |
| 2017 | Daytona Sedan 5.7L V8 | 5.10 sec | 13.70 sec | 370 hp | RWD |
| 2015 | R/T Sedan 5.7L V8 | 5.10 sec | 13.60 sec | 370 hp | RWD |
| 2015 | Pursuit Sedan 5.7L V8 | 5.20 sec | 13.80 sec | 370 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | R/T Sedan 5.7L V8 | 5.60 sec | 14.00 sec | 370 hp | RWD |
| 2012 | Pursuit Police Package 5.7L V8 | 5.20 sec | 13.90 sec | 370 hp | RWD |
| 2012 | Pursuit Police Package 5.7L V8 | 5.60 sec | 14.10 sec | 370 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 130 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 9.0 qt |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF +4 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 8.1 qt |
| Brake Fluid | Dot 3 |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 15.0 with HD, 14.5 without HD |
| Engine Coolant | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant |
| 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 |
| Flex or Driveplate Bolts | Use new bolts only: 70.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 70 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 55 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 130 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 111 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 130 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 157.0 Do not re-use old hub nut ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 170.0 Do not re-use old hub nut 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 | .043 in |
| Refrigerant Capacity | R-134a |
| Oil Type | ND-11 |
| Refrigerant Capacity | R-1234yf |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | ND-12 |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 730 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | Police: 49 |
| 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 Except SRT-8: .0004. SRT-8: .0016 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | All Except SRT-8: |
| 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 | M12 Bolts 1-10 | 25 ft. lbs |
| 1 | Bolts 1-10 | 25 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) |
| Every 30,000 mi | Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level) |
| Every 60,000 mi | Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace) |
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 model year registers 118 complaints and 5 recalls, representing a marginal improvement from 2018’s 122 complaints and 6 recalls, though technical service bulletins spike to 334 from 266. Within the generational arc, 2019 falls during a sustained downward trend in consumer filings that began after the 2011-2012 peak of 692 and 648 complaints respectively, positioning it among the more reliable late-production years despite elevated service documentation. Air Bags constitute the largest single complaint category at 42 filings, though the data does not specify the underlying defect, while crash and fire complaints total 7 and 3 respectively. With complaint volumes continuing to decrease into 2020 and investigations holding steady at 1, the 2019 Charger presents as a relatively stable purchase within its generation, provided prospective buyers verify whether the elevated TSB count reflects proactive manufacturer guidance or persistent service needs.
All 118 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicles equipped with a "stealth mode." When stealth mode is selected, the backup camera rearview image will not display when the vehicle is in… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update body control module software to disable stealth mode when the vehicle is shifted into "Reverse", free of charge. The recall…
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 334 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 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 16 city / 25 highway / 19 combined mpg.