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

Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (16 complaints), followed by electrical system (15).

How many 2016 Dodge Challenger complaints mention a crash or fire?

10 of 78 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Dodge Challenger recalls and problems

1 recall and 78 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Dodge Challenger.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2016 Dodge Challenger recalls

Electrical system: software · Vehicle speed control: cruise control · Electrical system: wiring

NHTSA campaign 18V332000 · reported May 17, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 4,815,661 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles 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.
The risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix: 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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Power train16
Electrical system15
Engine12
Air bags11
Unknown or other11
Steering9
Exterior lighting6
Suspension6
Service brakes5
Seat belts4

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 27, 2026 · Steering
Good morning my (eps) Electronic steering system isn't working I have the light on my dashboard and while driving it went on and couldn't steer it needs force to turn and its difficult to keep it straight this is the second time im replacing this part last time I had this same problem was 2 yrs ago and I've noticed…

Apr 21, 2026 · Power train
I am reporting a serious vehicle safety issue caused by negligent service performed by Tony T’s Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, located at 7250 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX 77017. The dealership performed a borescope inspection of the rear differential on my 2016 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat, as documented on my invoice. After…

Jul 14, 2025 · Unknown or other
I see a possible rollback on MY vehicle, the dealer sold it to me around 13,500 miles, carfax shows a possible rollback. Vehicle sold by Moritz Chevrolet Fort Worth, TexasFort Worth, TX Fort Worth, Texas[phone removed] moritzchevrolet.com

Jul 12, 2025 · Steering
When making a sharp turn where you need to turn the wheel fully to the left or right, the car steering would lock up and a power steering indicator light would appear on the dashboard. I would have to shut the vehicle off and restart it for the light to turn off and resume steering functionality. The car was inspected…

May 30, 2025 · Suspension
My 2016 Dodge Challenger has less then 38,000 miles. I don’t even drive it in the rain to keep it spotless. I have taken great care of it. It started making a knocking noise from underneath the car. Took it to the dodge dealership & found out the drive shaft is bad.If you google 2016 Dodge challenger sxt drive shaft…

Challenger model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2013	5	179	6	10
2014	4	149	16	5
2015	5	127	16	3
2016	1	78	10	2
2017	3	49	7	2
2018	3	75	9	2
2019	3	59	5	3

Across all years, the 2010 Challenger has the most complaints (299). All Dodge Challenger years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Dodge Challenger have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Dodge Challenger, the most recent reported on May 17, 2018 (Electrical system: software, Vehicle speed control: cruise control, Electrical system: wiring). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Dodge Challenger?: Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (16 complaints), followed by electrical system (15).
How many 2016 Dodge Challenger complaints mention a crash or fire?: 10 of 78 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 27, 2026.