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2021 Dodge Challenger: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

2Safety recalls
19Owner complaints
5★NHTSA overall
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The 2021 Dodge Challenger has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns and 19 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.

2021 Dodge Challenger safety record graphic showing 2 recalls, 19 owner complaints and 5-star overall NHTSA rating.
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Safety record reviewed September 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2021 Dodge Challenger has 2 safety recall campaigns and 19 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 model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Challenger had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, 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:

Electrical System4
Air Bags4
Power Train3
Engine3
Steering2
Structure2

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 associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.

What problems do 2021 Dodge Challenger owners report?

Owners have filed 19 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2021 Dodge Challenger, most often about the electrical system, air bags, power train.

How do I check a specific Challenger's history?

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