Dodge Challenger, Charger Hellcat Recall R/2021/028: The Degradation Of The Catalytic Converter May Result In Vehicles Exceeding The Emissions…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 19 Feb 2021
- Launched
- 1
- vehicles in the UK
- V86
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Dodge recalled Challenger, Charger Hellcat vehicles built between 11 September 2014 and 3 July 2017. The degradation of the catalytic converter may result in vehicles exceeding the emissions standards. The dealer will update the Powertrain Control Module with the latest available software and replace the catalytic converters and the oxygen sensors. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The degradation of the catalytic converter may result in vehicles exceeding the emissions standards.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE DEGRADATION OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER MAY RESULT IN VEHICLES EXCEEDING THE EMISSIONS STANDARDS Defect: The degradation of the catalytic converter may result in vehicles exceeding the emissions standards. Remedy: Update the Powertrain Control Module with the latest available software and replace the catalytic converters and the oxygen sensors.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in vehicles exceeding the emissions standards.
The Fix
The dealer will update the Powertrain Control Module with the latest available software and replace the catalytic converters and the oxygen sensors. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Challenger, Charger Hellcat built between 11 September 2014 and 3 July 2017 may be included. Dodge estimates 1 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Dodge, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Dodge.
- Book with any franchised Dodge dealer, quoting the campaign code V86 or the DVSA reference R/2021/028. See how to get a Dodge recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger, Charger, DakotaPassenger airbag inflator | Urgent | R/2026/136 | |
| Challenger, Charger, Dakota, DurangoPassenger airbag inflator | Urgent | R/2026/132 | |
| Challenger, Charger, Dakota, Durango and 1 morePassenger airbag inflator | Urgent | R/2026/125 | |
| ChallengerDriver airbag inflator | Urgent | R/2025/172 |
This is one of 24 Dodge recalls in DVSA’s data. The Dodge recall launched before it was R/2020/121 on 2 Oct 2020, for the radio allows for the rear view camera to be displayed longer than the time allowed. The one launched after it was R/2021/347 on 10 Nov 2021, for possible inadequate front windscreen adhesion to the vehicle body. You can also see every Dodge recall and all recalls launched in 2021.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/028, launched 19 February 2021. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.