repaired · 2026 Q3
Curtain: inflator
Risk. An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
2021 Dodge ChargerProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 35 owner complaints about the 2021 Dodge Charger, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-198 the manufacturer reports only 29% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 24, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Dodge Charger has problems
35 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
16Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
5Power train1 crash/fire/injury
3Engine
2Wheels
2Electrical system
2Exterior lighting
2Visibility
1Seat belts
1Steering
66 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 16 | 1 |
| Power train | 5 | 1 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| 6 other systems | 6 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2021 Dodge Charger recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Visibility: windshield
Risk. A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Dodge.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other Charger year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Charger median. How we score
'66'67'68'70'71'72'73'74'75'76'77'78'83'84'85'86'87'01'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2021 Dodge Charger safety ratings
2021 Dodge Charger 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (10.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Charger owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
[XXX] Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, located in [XXX] 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…
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…
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