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2021 Dodge Charger recalls & problems

The 2021 Dodge Charger has 2 safety recalls and 35 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags (16 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints35filed by owners
Crashes · fires2 · 0reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2021 Dodge Charger in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Air bagsMar 14, 2024

Side/window › Curtain › Inflator

Recall 24V198000284,982 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
Fix
Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.
VisibilityJul 8, 2021

Windshield › Critical fasteners

Recall 21V51600021,258 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk
A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y47.

Components: Visibility › Windshield › Critical fasteners; Visibility › Windshield

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2021 Dodge Charger 4 DR AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.1%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2021 Dodge Charger 4 DR RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.1%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2021 Dodge Charger Pursuit 4 DR AWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

2021 Dodge Charger Pursuit 4 DR RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

2021 Dodge Charger SRT 4 DR RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
2021 Dodge Charger NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2021 Dodge Charger NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Charger

23mpg combined
City / highway19 / 30 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Charger AWD

21mpg combined
City / highway18 / 27 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Charger

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 25 mpg
FuelMidgrade Gasoline

5.7 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,000/year to fuel

Charger

18mpg combined
City / highway15 / 24 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

6.4 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,550/year to fuel

Charger Widebody

18mpg combined
City / highway15 / 24 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

6.4 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,550/year to fuel

Charger SRT Widebody

15mpg combined
City / highway12 / 21 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

6.2 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $5,500/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Air bags16100—
Unknown or other5100—
Power train5100—
Engine3000—
Electrical system2000—
Back over preventionRearview system braking; Warnings2000—
VisibilityWindshield2000—
Wheels2100—
Exterior lighting2000—
Lane departureBlind spot detection1000—
Suspension1000—
Steering1000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.