CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Dodge Challenger has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (4 reports).
2021 Dodge Challenger recalls
Warning lights may be hard to see, raising crash risk
The instrument cluster on certain 2021 Dodge Challenger vehicles may not light up safety system status indicators clearly enough, in either daylight or nighttime driving.
Windshield May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Some of these vehicles were built with a windshield that may not have been properly bonded to the body during manufacturing.
Most common 2021 Dodge Challenger problems
Problem areas named in the 19 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
What owners report
While operating my vehicle at road speed the electric steering rack failed. This rendered the steering inoperative. It was impossible to steer the vehicle. Not only is this situation extremely dangerous and deadly, there was no advanced warning. I received no prompts or warning lights before the incident happened. I researched and found that certain 2021 Dodge Challengers were involved in a warning system recall. My specific vehicle was not included in the recall. This is what Dodge and the dealership who did the repair kept telling me while they ignored any responsibility. This situation is completely unacceptable. I have no idea why my vehicle was not included in the recall for the warning
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. The contact was able to maintain control of the vehicle and safely pulled over to the side of the road where the vehicle was already drifting. There were no warning lights illuminated, or messages displayed prior to the failure. After restarting the vehicle, a warning message associated with the steering system was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed from the scene to a dealer to be diagnosed and repaired. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified
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 . Enterprise car sales will not acknowledge o show any concern . They offered a 12 month or 12000 mile limited warranty free and implied i should have paid for an expensive warranty. their carfax report showed that they did not comply with service information from the manufacturer for the transmission . As such i have been taken advantage of . I will now have to pay about $1000 to have the service completed . This problem also is happening on their Dodge pick up trucks.
My seatbelt seemed a bit faulty when I purchased the car. It was slow to retract and at some points wouldnât retract unless I played with the seatbelt. Three years in to owning the car it still wonât retract fully and is at the point where it wonât come out to a safe distance that allows me to wear my seatbelt. As for the electrical defaults, there are times when I am driving and the display, between my speedometer and rpm dials, turned off. So would my center display, yet my radio continued to play. There were no warning signs or signals when that would happen. It is always random.
I purchased this vehicle from Vroom, who is also my lender under United Auto Credit. The car was sold with a washed title and undisclosed prior structural and mechanical damage. I have documentation confirming the vehicle had serious pre-existing issues and should never have been sold as a clean-title car. The differential has failed three times in under 6 months, and Iâve experienced full drivetrain failure following multiple service visits to Dodge. I had requested inspection of the transmission, but after every visit, the issues worsened. The vehicle is currently available for inspection. The car exhibits violent vibrations, power loss, and unpredictable handling, making it unsafe to
2021 Dodge Challenger questions
Does the 2021 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 Dodge Challenger: Warning lights may be hard to see, raising crash risk; Windshield May Detach in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Dodge Challenger?
Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4), Air Bags (4), Engine (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Dodge Challenger has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.