NHTSA vehicle safety data

2021 Dodge Charger

The 2021 Dodge Charger has 2 NHTSA recalls and 29 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Dodge dealer.

Complete safety data for the 2021 Dodge Charger, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR

NHTSA #24V198000

Reported March 14, 2024 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.

Free manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

NHTSA #21V516000

Reported July 8, 2021 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Defect description

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."

Safety consequence

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

Free manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

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