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#BS-2016-DODCHA-6432

2016 Dodge Charger

Based on reports from 259 owners and 6 recalls for this exact model.

Complaints
259
Crashes
11
Fires
2
Recalls
6
TSBs
273
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 259 complaints, 11 crashes, 2 fires, and 6 recalls. Complaint rate is 4.1x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

door panels are warping

20 complaints • Severity 7.8/10

$X,XXX
2

heater not working properly

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
3

poor visibility

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the Structure:bodyHIGH

42 owners reported structure:body issues — failures commonly reported around 41K miles.

!Inspect the EngineMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

54
0–30K
48
30–60K
26
60–90K
16
90–120K
6
120–150K
1
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (54 reports) • Median: 41K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Structure:body (42 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

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Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Structure:body42 (16%)
Other31 (12%)
Engine25 (10%)
Fuel System24 (9%)
Drivetrain23 (9%)
Electrical23 (9%)
Steering16 (6%)
Airbags9 (3%)

2016 Dodge Charger: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Structure:body Issues

Structure:body complaints account for 16% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Charger, with 42 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 40,500 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 41K-mile mark.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 10% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Charger, with 25 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Charger, with 24 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2016 Dodge Charger, with 23 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

9
16
23
17
34
18
32
19
54
20
37
21
15
22
21
23
13
24
17
25
4
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2016 Dodge Charger. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (6 recalls)

16V043000Mar 2016

STRUCTURE

FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016. When an affected vehicle is lifted using the supplied tire jack without chocking the wheels, the vehicle's body-side sill may give causing the tire jack to fail and the car to fall.

17V097000Apr 2017

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.

17V824000Feb 2018

EQUIPMENT

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

18E053000Jul 2018

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

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. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

18V281000Jun 2018

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

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.

+ 1 more recall in the full report

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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The worst model year for the Dodge Charger is the 2006 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

2016 Dodge Charger vs. Class Average (Large Cars)

This vehicle

259

Class avg

64

4.1x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical large cars vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 259 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 6 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

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2016 Dodge Charger: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Dodge Charger?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2016 Dodge Charger is related to the structure:body, with 42 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2016 Dodge Charger reliable?
The 2016 Dodge Charger has 259 complaints, 11 crash reports, and 2 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 4.1x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How much does it cost to fix 2016 Dodge Charger problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2016 Dodge Charger have any recalls?
Yes, the 2016 Dodge Charger has 6 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Dodge Charger problems start?
Based on 151 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 40,500 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
How is this different from free NHTSA data?
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