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2021 Dodge Challenger: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

2Safety recalls
17Owner complaints
5★NHTSA overall
Quick answer

The 2021 Dodge Challenger has 2 open NHTSA safety recalls and 17 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether the work was done and to verify mileage and title.

Safety record reviewed June 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2021 Dodge Challenger has 2 open safety recalls and 17 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public safety record. To see whether a specific Challenger had its recalls repaired and how its mileage and title check out, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Campaign 21V664000 · 26/08/2021

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Challenger vehicles. The affected vehicles do not illuminate their safety system status indicators sufficiently in both daylight and nighttime driving conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

RiskWithout visible safety system indicators, a driver may not receive information regarding vehicle safety, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
RemedyDealers will re-program instrument clusters with the correct software version, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 5, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-140. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y58.
2

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Campaign 21V516000 · 08/07/2021

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."

RiskA windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
RemedyDealers 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.

What owners complain about

The systems 2021 Dodge Challenger owners report most often to federal regulators:

Air Bags4
Power Train3
Electrical System3
Engine3
Structure2
Unknown Or Other2

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?

Yes. The 2021 Dodge Challenger has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Check your specific VIN to see whether the work was completed.

What problems do 2021 Dodge Challenger owners report?

Owners have filed 17 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2021 Dodge Challenger, most often about the air bags, power train, electrical system.

How do I check a specific Challenger's history?

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