The Lemon IndexAll cars · Dodge Charger · 2021
2021 Dodge Charger. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 19 / 30 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | AWD | 18 / 27 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 16 / 25 / 19 | Midgrade | $3,750 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl supercharged | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 12 / 21 / 15 | Premium | $5,150 |
| 6.4L 8-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 15 / 24 / 18 | Premium | $4,300 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 6,900 and 64,900 miles. Median 47,500, from 8 complaints with a mileage.
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Airbags | 40% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 25% |
| Engine | 15% |
| Backup camera | 10% |
| Wheels | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
24V198000 Mar 2024 Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain / Inflator
Defect. 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.
Risk. An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
Remedy. 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.
21V516000 Jul 2021 Visibility / Windshield
Defect. 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."
Risk. A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy. 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.
Manufacturer communications 303
Dodge filed 303 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Customer complaint may include ticking noise with engine running coming from under the hood or…
- Customer complaint may include engine oil leak/consumption
- Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Charger 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Dodge Charger 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Dodge Charger Pursuit 4 DR AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Dodge Charger Pursuit 4 DR RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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