2021 Dodge Charger Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 9%of 35 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 33,128miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the engine of the 2021 Dodge Charger, 9% of the 35 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 33,128 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“At only 256 miles, the vehicle either shuts off while driving or will not start after it's parked. The first occurrence of the engine turning off was while I was driving. The vehicle appeared to stall. After several attempts the vehicle restarted. There has since been 3 no start conditions after the vehicle has been parked. The vehicle is currently at davis chrysler jeep Dodge ram in yulee, fl awaiting diagnostics and repair of this intermittent fault.”
NHTSA complaint #11413702, filed 2021-04, 256 miles“During a recent tire change, I observed that the plastic cover beneath the engine had become dislodged, and several clips were broken. Additionally, a large round component had detached and fallen out. Following consultation with fellow Dodge Charger Scat Pack owners on social media, it appears that this issue is not an isolated incident and raises concerns about the reliability of the engine's internal components. As such, I believe it is crucial for the manufacturer to investigate and address this problem promptly.”
NHTSA complaint #11606212, filed 2024-08“The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the sixth gear was inoperable. The independent mechanic called an unknown local dealer, who informed him that the repair parts were on backorder. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11606397, filed 2024-08, 66,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11030229Mar 21, 2026Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of…
- 11027843Jan 21, 2026D-25-17 Rev. A ALL Model Years 2019 - 2021 VF, DS, LA, LD and LX with a 3.6L Engine for Camshaft and/or Rocker Arm Replacements
- 11027842Jan 21, 2026ID-25-14 Rev. A ALL Model Years 2019 - 2021 VF, DS, LA, LD and LX with a 3.6L Engine for Camshaft and/or Rocker Arm Replacements
- 11025028Oct 21, 2025Engine Oil Leak
- 11023631Sep 24, 2025D-25-17 ALL Model Years 2019 - 2021 VF, DS, LA, LD and LX with a 3.6L Engine for Camshaft and Rocker Arm Replacements
- 11023630Sep 24, 2025ID-25-14 ALL Model Years 2019 - 2021 VF, DS, LA, LD and LX with a 3.6L Engine for Camshaft and Rocker Arm Replacements
- 11006814Aug 29, 2024Pump – water & connector - oil cooler tube
- 11002828Jun 25, 2024"Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic…
- 11002351Jun 25, 2024Pump – water & connector - oil cooler tube
- 11002350Jun 25, 2024Pump – water & connector - oil cooler tube
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 19% |
| 2022 | 3 | 19% |
| 2021 | 3 | 9% |
| 2020 | 6 | 10% |
| 2019 | 10 | 8% |
| 2018 | 11 | 9% |
| 2017 | 18 | 14% |
| 2016 | 25 | 14% |
| 2015 | 24 | 18% |
| 2014 | 61 | 18% |
| 2013 | 50 | 14% |
| 2012 | 94 | 15% |
| 2011 | 77 | 11% |
| 2010 | 48 | 21% |
| 2009 | 32 | 18% |
| 2008 | 89 | 15% |
| 2007 | 82 | 15% |
| 2006 | 388 | 30% |
Other parts of the 2021 Dodge Charger
16 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsLane departure
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Dodge Charger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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