The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·19V758000·Announced 2019-10-24

Dodge Charger and Challenger Recall for Front Wheel and Brake Defect

FCA US is recalling 2019 Dodge Charger and Challenger vehicles because an incompatible front wheel and brake package may allow the front tire to contact the steering knuckle, causing tire damage.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (incompatible wheel/brake package) that can lead to tire damage and sudden loss of air pressure, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where an incompatible front wheel and brake package was installed. This configuration may allow the front tire to contact the steering knuckle, which can cause tire damage.

A damaged tire can suddenly lose air pressure, which increases the risk of a crash. FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front wheels and inspect and replace the front tires, as necessary. Additionally, dealers will inspect the wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge.

The recall began on December 19, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VB0. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
DODGE CHARGER, CHALLENGER
Brand
DODGE
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Passenger Car
Hazard
Affected units
173

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • CHARGER
  • CHALLENGER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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