2016 Dodge Charger
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1294 |
| 2007 | 554 |
| 2008 | 609 |
| 2009 | 174 |
| 2010 | 232 |
| 2011 | 695 |
| 2012 | 648 |
| 2013 | 359 |
| 2014 | 343 |
| 2015 | 136 |
| 2016 | 182 |
| 2017 | 128 |
| 2018 | 122 |
| 2019 | 120 |
| 2020 | 57 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 19 |
| 2026 | 5 |
| 2027 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
30% of complaints: structure — 55 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and door.
CRASH INJURY14% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 25 distinct reports on file.
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Fuel pump is inoperable due to cheap make(plastic). Leaks out at the top due to the lid and gas comes out thru there right underneath of where my children sit.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231105
14% of complaints: engine — 25 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLICE AND A FIRE REPORT WERE FILED. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160505
14% of complaints: power train — 25 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing driveshaft.
CRASH INJURY14% of complaints: electrical system — 25 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer and spark plugs.
SAFETY TIMELINE
FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will provide owners with wheel chocks and instructions for their use, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 16V043000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD).
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
Campaign 17V097000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018.
Campaign 17V824000 — check if this car was fixed
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
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.
Campaign 18V281000 — check if this car was fixed
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
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Dodge Charger — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (55 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V043000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V097000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V824000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V332000 (electrical system, vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V281000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18E053000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Dodge Charger reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Dodge Charger is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Dodge Charger?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Dodge Charger have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.