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2021 Dodge Challenger: common problems and reliability
An average Challenger year.
58 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 2 recalls.
Should I buy a 2021 Challenger?The 2021 Dodge Challenger has 58 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and air bags.
Safety record for the 2021 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Dodge Challenger vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Challenger years only. How we score it
Is 2021 a good year for the Challenger?
Across the 16 Challenger model years we track, complaint volume runs from 10 (2008) to 301 (2023). With 58 complaints, the 2021 Challenger sits below the model's median of 154.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2021 Challenger
electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Campaign 21V664000Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Dodge Challenger vehicles. The affected vehicles do not illuminate their safety system status indicators sufficiently in both daylight and nighttime driving conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
visibility:windshield
Campaign 21V516000Chrysler (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."
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is generally positive, with owners expressing strong affection for the vehicle's character, comfort, and performance.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Challenger. See the full Challenger owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Challenger listings typically run $18,167–$30,599 across 2009 to 2023 model years.
Other Challenger model years
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