Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2021 Dodge Challenger recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
Safety recalls2
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Aug 26, 202121V664000 | Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelWithout visible safety system indicators, a driver may not receive information regarding vehicle safety, increasing the risk of injury or a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V664000
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| Jul 8, 202121V516000 | Visibility: windshieldA windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V516000
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Owner complaints by component19
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 4 | 21 |
| Air bags | 4 | 21 |
| Power train | 3 | 16 |
| Engine | 3 | 16 |
| Steering | 2 | 11 |
| Structure | 2 | 11 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 11 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 5 |
| Suspension | 1 | 5 |
| Seats | 1 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 5 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 5 |
| None | 1 | 5 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 5 |
1 more component with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Challenger, Challenger SRT, CHALLENGER(DRIVER), CHALLENGER(FRONT SEAT).
Latest reports
- Steering
“While operating my vehicle at road speed the electric steering rack failed. This rendered the steering inoperative. It was impossible to steer the vehicle.”
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-35 MPH on a local roadway, the steering suddenly became inoperative, and the steering wheel locked without warning.”
- Power train
“mileage 61113 . car moves forward 15 feet an goes into neutral .When pulling into traffic this is a serious safety problem . A major accident which could be loss of life might occur .”
Other Dodge Challenger model years
- 20232 recalls43 complaints
- 20222 recalls9 complaints
- 20212 recalls19 complaints
- 20201 recall20 complaints
- 20193 recalls59 complaints
- 20183 recalls75 complaints
- 20173 recalls49 complaints
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Other Dodge models
- 2021 Durango8 recalls203 complaints
- 2021 Charger2 recalls35 complaints
- 2020 Grand Caravan1 recall20 complaints
- 2012 Ram 15006 recalls698 complaints
- 2020 Journey1 recall66 complaints
- 2012 Ram 25004 recalls283 complaints
- 2011 Dakota6 recalls44 complaints
- 2012 Ram 35008 recalls366 complaints
- 2015 Caravan0 recalls23 complaints
- 2014 Avenger1 recall205 complaints
- 2016 Dart5 recalls259 complaints
- 2004 Intrepid0 recalls129 complaints
2021 Dodge Challenger recall questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Dodge Challenger have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Dodge Challenger. The most recent, 21V664000 (reported August 26, 2021), concerns electrical system. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Dodge Challenger?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 4 complaints out of 19 filed with NHTSA (21%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Dodge Challenger?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Dodge). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Dodge dealer.
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