2021 Dodge Challenger
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Dodge Challenger is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.
2021 Dodge Challenger at a glance
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2021 Dodge Challenger recalls 2
Chrysler (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."
Fix: Dealers will re-program instrument clusters with the correct software version, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 5, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-140. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y58.
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."
Fix: 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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2021 Dodge Challenger common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2021 Dodge Challenger MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2021 Dodge Challenger worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2021 Dodge Challenger costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($50,534) with the same model 5 model-years older ($30,283), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2021 Dodge Challenger trims & engines on record
2021 Dodge Challenger vehicles on record
Other Dodge Challenger model years
2021 Dodge Challenger — frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Dodge Challenger have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 Dodge Challenger. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Dodge Challenger?
Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, power train, electrical system.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Dodge Challenger get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2021 Dodge Challenger at about 19 mpg combined (16 city / 25 highway).
How much is a 2021 Dodge Challenger worth?
Comparable 2021 Dodge Challenger listings run roughly $42,242–$62,250, typically around $50,534 (from 5 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.