2021 Dodge Charger: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 32 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is air bags (48% of complaints); the 2022 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · 1 new complaint in the last 90 days · latest recall Mar 2024
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“While parked in my driveway, the passenger rear side curtain airbag inflated on its own with noone in the car. The car cranks and operates correctly with no indication of a problem with the airbag system. This airbag had been replaced in September of 2025 due to a recall issued by Mopar. I have contacted Mopar and been assigned a case number.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jul 2026
“Rear doors cannot be opened from the inside when the child proof locks are in the open position, or the locked position. They can only be opened for the inside when unlocked from the drivers unlock panel.”Owner report · Structure · Oct 2025
“The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while installing the car seats in the rear of the vehicle, the contact became aware that the driver's side and passenger's side rear seat belts would loosen unintendedly while attempting to fasten the seat belts. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 61,702.”Owner report · Seat Belts · Aug 2025
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“1. Headlight low/high beam keeps going out and comes back on. It seems like the wiring harness overheating, bulb is fine but continues to go out and on. 2. Transmission, does a very aggressive down shift at gear 6 it makes the car jump and if it happens too much, my car won't accelerate..I got it repaired once and it took dealer almost 30 days but it did not fix the problem..I could not afford to be without my car so I could not take it back to them.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · May 2025
“No incident happened. My 2021 Charger windshield has not been recalled due to the adhesive around the edge of windshield.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Apr 2025
“The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.”Owner report · Air Bags · Feb 2025
“Los vehÃculos están instalados con infladores de bolsas de aire de cortina, ubicados a lo largo del techo sobre las puertas delanteras y traseras, que pueden romperse debido a un defecto de fabricación no especificado, dijeron los reguladores.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 2025
“The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while attempting to sell the vehicle to the dealer, the dealer declined to purchase the vehicle because the VIN was included in a recall. The dealer informed the contact that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 2025
“During a recent tire change, I observed that the plastic cover beneath the engine had become dislodged, and several clips were broken. Additionally, a large round component had detached and fallen out. Following consultation with fellow Dodge Charger Scat Pack owners on social media, it appears that this issue is not an isolated incident and raises concerns about the reliability of the engine's internal components. As such, I believe it is crucial for the manufacturer to investigate and address this problem promptly.”Owner report · Engine · Aug 2024
“The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Charger. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V198000 (Air Bags) and 21V516000 (Visibility). The dealer was contacted to perform the recall repairs; however, the dealer refused to complete the recall repairs. The contact stated that the sound was audible through the window, which the contact associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V516000 (Visibility). The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the recall repairs remained incomplete. The VIN was previously related to the recalls. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.”Owner report · Visibility · Jul 2024
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
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.
Remedy: 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.
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."
Remedy: 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.
How other years compare
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Is the 2021 Dodge Charger reliable?
NHTSA has 32 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2021 Dodge Charger. The most complained-about area is air bags (48% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2021 Dodge Charger problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 57,351 miles or less.
Does the 2021 Dodge Charger have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning air bags:side/window:curtain:inflator. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.