Does the 2021 Dodge Charger have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Dodge Charger, the most recent reported on March 14, 2024 (Air bags: side/window, curtain, inflator). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Dodge Charger?

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (16 complaints), followed by power train (5).

How many 2021 Dodge Charger complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 35 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2021 Dodge Charger recalls and problems

2 recalls and 35 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Dodge Charger.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2021 Dodge Charger recalls

Air bags: side/window, curtain, inflator

NHTSA campaign 24V198000 · reported March 14, 2024 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) · 284,982 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The risk: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
The 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.

Visibility: windshield, critical fasteners · Visibility: windshield

NHTSA campaign 21V516000 · reported July 8, 2021 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 21,258 vehicles potentially affected

The 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."
The risk: A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags16
Power train5
Unknown or other5
Engine3
Electrical system2
Exterior lighting2
Visibility2
Wheels2
Back over prevention1
Fuel/propulsion system1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 24, 2026 · Air bags · 12,700 miles
The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the dealer failed to reassemble the parts correctly during the repair. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was…

Sep 5, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
The Chapman Dodge service department has diagnosed the vehicle with an active, leaking fuel pump assembly and provided a repair estimate of $1,600.00. Stellantis Corporate has offered a "goodwill" gesture of only $200.00, leaving me with a $1,400.00 out-of-pocket bill. I have formally rejected this baseline offer.An…

Aug 27, 2026 · Air bags
[…] Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, located in […] performed an airbag recall on my vehicle. The vehicle was put back together incorrectly, and the headliner, rearview mirror, and sunglass holder are all hanging loose. The driver's line of sight is obstructed in the rearview mirror because of the parts hanging loose. I am…

Jul 7, 2026 · Air bags
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…

May 26, 2026 · Unknown or other
I went to have my car make/model Dodge Charger serviced and when I went to the dealership I told them the problem before they even got to look at it, because it’s a known problem with Dodge Charger SRT models. Stellantis hasn't put a recall out on the part called Mopar Exhaust Valve Actuator - Mopar (68505881AA)…

Charger model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2018	6	122	5	1
2019	5	120	7	3
2020	3	58	10	2
2021	2	35	2	0
2022	3	16	3	0
2023	2	26	3	0
2024	0	1	0	0

Across all years, the 2006 Charger has the most complaints (1,294). All Dodge Charger years →

Questions

Does the 2021 Dodge Charger have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Dodge Charger, the most recent reported on March 14, 2024 (Air bags: side/window, curtain, inflator). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Dodge Charger?: Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (16 complaints), followed by power train (5).
How many 2021 Dodge Charger complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 35 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 24, 2026.