MYRModel Year Report

2016 Dodge Challenger

▲ Better than typical
2016 Dodge Challenger
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:03:43.042Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Dodge Challenger Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 1 complaints 2008: 10 complaints 2009: 132 complaints 2009 2010: 298 complaints 2011: 191 complaints 2012: 253 complaints 2012 2013: 179 complaints 2014: 146 complaints 2015: 126 complaints 2015 2016: 78 complaints 2016 2017: 49 complaints 2018: 74 complaints 2018 2019: 58 complaints 2020: 20 complaints 2021: 18 complaints 2021 2022: 9 complaints 2023: 40 complaints 2023
2016: 78 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19811
200810
2009132
2010298
2011191
2012253
2013179
2014146
2015126
201678
201749
201874
201958
202020
202118
20229
202340

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 19%

19% of complaints: power train — 15 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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Was taking off from a red light, got to about 15 MPH and there was a loud bang and I felt it from under the car.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231002

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 19%

19% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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DRIVING HOME FROM WORK, I STARTED SMELLING SMOKE A FEW BLOCKS FROM MY HOUSE. I THOUGHT A GARBAGE CAN WAS ON FIRE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT. I PULLED INTO MY DRIVEWAY AND MY TRUNK WAS ON FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180716

ENGINE 15%

15% of complaints: engine — 12 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
AIR BAGS 14%

14% of complaints: air bags — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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I HAD A SINGLE CAR ACCIDENT HEAD ON COLLISION TO GUARD RAILS. SEAT BELTS DID NOT RESTRICT ME FROM HITTING WINDSHIELD ALSO MY AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY AT IMPACT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20201026

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180827

TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2016 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CONDITION IN WHICH THE BRAKES ENGAGED WHEN NECESSARY. IN OTHER INSTANCES, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS SLOW TO RESPOND RANDOMLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160531

STEERING 12%

12% of complaints: steering — 9 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180604 — electrical system, vehicle speed control

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM...

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018.

Campaign 18V332000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180726 — power train

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 18E053000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Dodge Challenger — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V332000 (electrical system, vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18E053000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2023 ▲ 2017 ▲ 2019

WORST YEARS

■ 2010 ■ 2012 ◆ 2011

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FAQ

Is the 2016 Dodge Challenger reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Dodge Challenger is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Dodge Challenger?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Dodge Challenger have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.