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2021 Dodge Charger Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 15 airbag complaints for the 2021 Dodge Charger, 44% of its 34 total complaints. One crash but no fires or injuries were reported. Median mileage at failure is 101,000, and a related recall (24V198000) covers side curtain airbag inflators.

Airbags complaints
15
44% of 34
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
101,000 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

  • Owners report side curtain airbag inflators that may rupture due to a manufacturing defect, covered by recall 24V198000.
  • Several owners describe long waits for recall parts, with dealers unable to perform the repair months after notification.
  • One owner reported the passenger frontal airbag system faulting with a 'squib 2 control circuit open' message and a dashboard airbag warning.
  • Another owner described a passenger seat harness airbag issue that triggered a service airbag system warning, separate from the curtain airbag recall.
  • One owner said a dealer refused to buy back the vehicle because its VIN was flagged under the open recall with no repair part available.

When 2021 Dodge Charger airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 22, 2023, latest Aug 27, 2026.

2021 Dodge Charger airbags complaints: complaints filed per month3Mar 2023May 2024Jul 2024Jan 2025Apr 2026Aug 2026
15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2023 to Aug 2026; peak Jan 2025 (3).

Airbags recalls for the 2021 Dodge Charger

  1. NHTSA 24V198000Mar 14, 2024Airbags284,982 vehicles

    Air bags:side/window:curtain:inflator

    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.

Airbags complaints by Charger model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 2006103 (8%)
  2. 200777 (14%)
  3. 2008124 (20%)
  4. 200945 (26%)
  5. 201059 (25%)
  6. 201152 (7%)
  7. 2012111 (17%)
  8. 201341 (11%)
  9. 201428 (8%)
  10. 201512 (9%)
  11. 20169 (5%)
  12. 20175 (4%)
  13. 20185 (4%)
  14. 201949 (41%)
  15. 202036 (63%)
  16. 202115 (44%)
  17. 20224 (25%)
  18. 20231 (4%)
  19. 20240 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many airbag complaints does the 2021 Dodge Charger have?
NHTSA lists 15 airbag-related complaints for the 2021 Dodge Charger, which is 44% of the 34 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there an airbag recall for the 2021 Dodge Charger?
Yes. Recall 24V198000, reported March 14, 2024, covers 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles whose side curtain airbag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect. The remedy is free replacement of both side curtain airbags.
Did the airbag issues cause any crashes or injuries?
NHTSA data shows 1 crash tied to the 34 total complaints for the 2021 Charger, but no fires and no injuries linked to the airbag complaints specifically.
At what mileage do airbag problems tend to show up?
The median mileage at failure for airbag complaints on the 2021 Dodge Charger is 101,000 miles.
How does the 2021 Charger compare to other years for airbag complaints?
The 2021 Charger's airbag complaints made up 44% of its total complaints, higher than most other years except 2020 (63%) and 2019 (41%).

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.