Dodge Charger 2020 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Dodge Charger 2020 and 57 complaints filed by owners. It has 21% fewer complaints than the average Dodge Charger from 2016–2025 (73 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Dodge Charger 2020? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Dodge Charger 2020
Air bags
NHTSA campaign 24V198000 · 2024-03-14
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Visibility (glass and mirrors)
NHTSA campaign 21V516000 · 2021-07-08
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 20V512000 · 2020-08-27
What happens
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicles equipped with a "stealth mode." When stealth mode is selected, the backup camera rearview image will not display when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Consequence
The lack of a back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update body control module software to disable stealth mode when the vehicle is shifted into "Reverse", free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W62.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
57 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
10 with a crash · 2 with a fire · 7 injuries · 1 death
Most reported problems on the Dodge Charger 2020
- Air bags: 34 (60% of complaints)
- Engine: 6 (11% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 5 (9% of complaints)
- Fuel and propulsion: 3 (5% of complaints)
- Seats: 2 (4% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Dodge Charger 2020
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- The air bag light should come on for a second at start-up and go off. Confirm by VIN that air bag recalls were done.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Dodge Charger 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2020 Dodge Charger 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Dodge Charger recalls by year
- 2016 : 5 recalls · 182 complaints
- 2017 : 4 recalls · 128 complaints
- 2018 : 6 recalls · 122 complaints
- 2019 : 5 recalls · 120 complaints
- 2020 : 3 recalls · 57 complaints
- 2021 : 2 recalls · 35 complaints
- 2022 : 3 recalls · 16 complaints
- 2023 : 2 recalls · 26 complaints
- 2024 : 0 recalls · 1 complaint
- 2025 : 3 recalls · 39 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Dodge Charger 2020 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Dodge Charger 2020. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Dodge Charger 2020?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: air bags (34 of 57 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 19, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).