2021 Dodge Charger SXT
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- Photo: 2019 Dodge Charger SXT in B5 Blue Pearl, Front Right, 05-21-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Dodge Charger (2015) Sindelfingen 2020 IMG 2399 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2021 Dodge Charger SXT Plus in Hellraisin 1of2 by CZmarlin — Christopher Ziemnowicz, a photo credit would be appreciated if this image is used anywhere other than Wiki..., CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Dodge Charger SXT in B5 Blue Pearl, Rear Right, 05-21-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Dodge Charger interior by deathpallie325, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2021 Dodge Charger SXT is a 292-hp 3.6-liter with an 8-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $31,125 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 292 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $31,125 |
| MSRP with Destination | $32,620 |
| Destination Charge | $1,495 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.6L Pentastar V-6 |
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
| Horsepower | 292 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.1 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2021 Dodge Charger 4 DR AWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Dodge CHARGER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 14, 2024 · 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.
Consequence: 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.
NHTSA campaign 24V198000
Jul 8, 2021 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
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."
Consequence: A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA campaign 21V516000
35 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Dodge CHARGER
Owner Complaints
35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Dodge CHARGER (2 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 16 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2021 DODGE CHARGER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.