2021 Dodge Charger Lug Nut Torque & Bolt Specs

The 2021 Dodge Charger lug nut torque is 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm), tightened with a 22mm socket on M14x1.5 studs. Torque in a star pattern in two passes (snug, then final), and re-check after the first 50–100 miles of driving. Use a calibrated torque wrench — not an impact gun — for the final pass. The wheel bolt pattern is 5x115.

Lug nut torque: 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm) · Socket size: 22mm · Thread: M14x1.5 · Bolt pattern: 5x115.

This page is the OEM-referenced fastener summary for the 2021 Dodge Charger. Use it before any maintenance or repair job where torque values matter — brake work, wheel changes, suspension service, engine teardowns, or oil changes. Specs are pulled from manufacturer service literature, cross-checked against community data, and updated as new chassis variants become available.

Stellantis (Jeep/Ram/Dodge/Chrysler) torque values: Wrangler/Cherokee lug nuts spec 100 ft-lbs (135 Nm), Ram 1500 specs 135 ft-lbs (183 Nm), Ram 2500/3500 specs 160 ft-lbs (217 Nm). Most use a 19mm or 22mm socket with M14x1.5 thread on trucks. The Wrangler's hub-centric ring is critical — do not run hub-piloted wheels without it.

Common fastener categories on the 2021 Dodge Charger

Wheel / lug nut torque and thread spec (covered above)
Brake caliper bracket bolts (typically 80-130 ft-lbs) and slide/guide pins (18-35 ft-lbs)
Engine oil drain plug torque — rarely above 30 ft-lbs; always use a new crush washer
Transmission pan, valve cover, and intake manifold bolts (low torque, often 89-106 in-lbs)
Suspension control arm, sway bar, tie rod end and ball joint torque
Spark plug torque (typically 10-15 ft-lbs on aluminum heads — do not exceed)
Differential cover bolts (RWD/4WD only) and transfer case fasteners

Repair guidance for this model year

For 2021 late-model work: Modern vehicles increasingly use aluminum body and suspension components. Aluminum fastener torque is typically 60-70% of equivalent steel torque, and aluminum threads strip easily. Use a calibrated torque wrench and apply anti-seize on any steel fastener threading into aluminum.

Tools you will need

Metric socket set (8mm-22mm), 6-point impact-rated
Calibrated torque wrench (10-150 ft-lbs covers most automotive jobs; add a 0-250 ft-lbs wrench for truck lug nuts)
Breaker bar (24" minimum) for initial loosening
Penetrating oil (PB Blaster or Kroil) for any fastener over 5 years old
Anti-seize on stainless or dissimilar-metal threads; thread-locker (Loctite blue) on critical reassembly

Frequently asked questions

What is the lug nut torque on a 2021 Dodge Charger?

The OEM-specified lug-nut torque for the 2021 Dodge Charger is 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm), using a 22mm socket on M14x1.5 thread studs. Use a calibrated torque wrench in a star pattern, in two passes (50% and 100%), and re-check after 50-100 miles of driving.

What socket size do I need for the 2021 Dodge Charger lug nuts?

The 2021 Dodge Charger uses a 22mm socket. A 6-point impact-rated socket is recommended over a 12-point chrome socket — 12-points round off lug nuts under impact-driver use.

Are the 2021 Dodge Charger fasteners metric or SAE?

Metric is the standard for this vehicle. Most fasteners on this vehicle are metric (M6, M8, M10, M12, M14). Bring a full metric set; SAE substitutes can round the head. Bolt-head markings are the fastest way to confirm grade and material at the bench.

Other Dodge Charger years

Same model, different model year — fastener spec may change. Always confirm against the year for your VIN.

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All 35 2021 Dodge Charger fastener specs

Per-bolt torque, wrench size, and thread spec for the 2021 Dodge Charger, sourced from OEM service literature and verified against community shop data. Values pair imperial (ft-lb) and metric (Nm) where the manufacturer publishes both.

Wheels — 2021 Dodge Charger

Wheel and lug nut spec for the 2021 Dodge Charger. The lug nut torques to 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm) (22mm drive, M14x1.5 thread).

Brakes — 2021 Dodge Charger

Brake fasteners on the 2021 Dodge Charger — caliper bracket, slide pins, and banjo bolt torque follow. plan for the right driver; final torque is 23 ft-lbs (31 Nm) (rear caliper guide pin bolt). Front caliper guide pin bolt tightens to 44 ft-lbs (60 Nm). The front caliper bracket bolt, torqued to 70 ft-lbs (95 Nm). The rear caliper bracket bolt torques to 85 ft-lbs (115 Nm).

Engine — 2021 Dodge Charger

Engine bolt-by-bolt torque for the 2021 Dodge Charger, including the long block, valve covers, and intake. Front engine mount through bolt tightens to 70 ft-lbs (95 Nm). The oil filter housing cap (3.6l), torqued to 18 ft-lbs (25 Nm). The valve cover bolt (5.7 hemi) torques to 6 ft-lbs (8 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 9 ft-lbs (12 Nm) (valve cover bolt (3.6l)).

Drivetrain — 2021 Dodge Charger

Drivetrain and driveline fasteners for the 2021 Dodge Charger — axle, transmission, and differential plugs. The front axle hub nut (rwd), torqued to 184 ft-lbs (250 Nm). The transmission mount to transmission bolt torques to 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 48 ft-lbs (65 Nm) (rear differential cover bolt). Driveshaft to axle flange bolt tightens to 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm). The rear axle hub nut, torqued to 157 ft-lbs (213 Nm). The front axle hub nut (awd) torques to 157 ft-lbs (213 Nm).

Suspension — 2021 Dodge Charger

Suspension and chassis fastener torque for the 2021 Dodge Charger — strut, control arm, and sway bar values. The front shock absorber lower bolt torques to 128 ft-lbs (174 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 72 ft-lbs (98 Nm) (rear tension link knuckle bolt). Front shock absorber shaft nut tightens to 70 ft-lbs (95 Nm). The rear camber link knuckle bolt, torqued to 72 ft-lbs (98 Nm). The rear sway bar link nut torques to 45 ft-lbs (61 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm) + 90 deg (front lower ball joint nut). Front shock absorber upper nut tightens to 20 ft-lbs (27 Nm). The rear shock absorber upper bolt, torqued to 38 ft-lbs (52 Nm). The rear spring link knuckle nut torques to 102 ft-lbs (138 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 53 ft-lbs (72 Nm) (rear shock absorber lower nut). Front hub bearing bolt tightens to 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm). The front upper control arm frame nut, torqued to 55 ft-lbs (75 Nm). The front lower control arm cradle nut torques to 130 ft-lbs (176 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 95 ft-lbs (128 Nm) (front sway bar link nut). Front tension strut ball joint nut tightens to 50 ft-lbs (68 Nm) + 90 deg. The front upper ball joint nut, torqued to 35 ft-lbs (47 Nm) + 90 deg. The rear toe link knuckle bolt torques to 60 ft-lbs (81 Nm). plan for the right driver; final torque is 60 ft-lbs (81 Nm) (rear compression link knuckle bolt).

Steering — 2021 Dodge Charger

Steering linkage fasteners on the 2021 Dodge Charger. plan for the right driver; final torque is 63 ft-lbs (85 Nm) (outer tie rod end nut). Steering gear mounting bolt tightens to 70 ft-lbs (95 Nm).

New to torquing wheels? Read our How lug nut torque works — the complete guide for star-pattern sequence, re-torque intervals, and how to read a lug spec — then use the 2021 Dodge Charger numbers above.

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