Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 30,000 mi | Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Challenger 3.6L.
The 2019 Dodge Challenger 3.6L is a passenger car built on the LA platform, featuring a 3.6L engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission. This configuration delivers an EPA rating of 19/30/23 mpg and requires 6.0 quarts of 5W-20 engine oil. Within a model history spanning 2008 to 2023, the 2019 year recorded 57 total owner complaints—focused primarily on the electrical system—and three recalls, placing it well below the 298-complaint peak of 2010 but above the 2022 low of 9.
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 | 19 / 30 / 23 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Regular 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | GT Coupe 3.6L V6 | 6.30 sec | 14.80 sec | 305 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | SXT Plus Coupe 3.6L V6 | 6.00 sec | 14.50 sec | 305 hp | RWD |
| 2015 | SXT Plus Coupe 3.6L V6 | 6.20 sec | 14.70 sec | 305 hp | RWD |
| 2011 | SE Coupe 3.6L V6 | 6.40 sec | 14.90 sec | 305 hp | RWD |
| 2011 | SE Coupe 3.6L V6 | 6.40 sec | 14.80 sec | 305 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.0 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 | 11.1 |
| 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 |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 89 inch lbs. 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 | 0.6-0.9 ohms |
| Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance | 6,000-9,000 ohms |
| Ignition Coil Primary Resistance | 0.6-0.9 ohms |
| Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance | 6,000-9,000 ohms |
| 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 | 30.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 105° | 30 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 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 Dodge Challenger records 57 complaints and 3 recalls, marking an improvement over the 2018 model year's 74 complaints and 4 recalls within the provided federal record. This places the 2019 vehicle in a downward trend relative to the generation's peak of 298 complaints in 2010, though it still exceeds the significantly lower figures seen in 2020 and 2021, which reported 20 and 18 complaints respectively. While Technical Service Bulletins remain high at 314, the top complaint areas include Electrical System, Air Bags, and Steering, though the data does not specify the root causes for these issues. The presence of 5 crash complaints and 3 fire complaints suggests specific safety-related concerns that persist despite the overall reduction in volume compared to earlier years. Ultimately, the 2019 model is an acceptable choice if priced accordingly, but buyers seeking the lowest reported friction should prioritize the 2020 or 2021 model years instead.
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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6.0 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 19 city / 30 highway / 23 combined mpg.