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2019 Dodge Challenger vs 2019 Hyundai Elantra

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2019 Dodge Challenger2019 Hyundai Elantra
NHTSA complaints59250
Recall campaigns31
Service bulletins (TSBs)314115
Investigations10
Crash reports512
Fire reports33
NCAP overall rating5/5
EPA MPG (combined)17–2325–35
Median reported incident mileage8,000 mi51,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentDodge ChallengerHyundai Elantra
Engine8132
Exterior Lighting365
Electrical System1737
Power Train711
Steering89
Wheels114
Service Brakes45
Forward Collision Avoidance17

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling049
Check engine light022
Oil consumption020
Clunking / rattling020
Loss of power09
Hesitation / surging09
Vibration / shaking07
2019 Dodge Challenger
2019 Hyundai Elantra

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.