Before buying a used 2016 Dodge Challenger, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
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2016 Dodge Challenger 2 DR RWD
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
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…
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. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.
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…
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. 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…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger — Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L | 12.4 L/100 km (19 mpg) | 7.8 L/100 km (30 mpg) | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) |
| Challenger — Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L | 14.7 L/100 km (16 mpg) | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) | 12.4 L/100 km (19 mpg) |
| Challenger — Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L | 15.7 L/100 km (15 mpg) | 9.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) | 13.1 L/100 km (18 mpg) |
| Challenger — Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L | 15.7 L/100 km (15 mpg) | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) | 13.1 L/100 km (18 mpg) |
| Challenger — Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 6.4 L | 16.8 L/100 km (14 mpg) | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) | 13.8 L/100 km (17 mpg) |
| Challenger SRT8 — Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 6.2 L, Sup Charg | 18.1 L/100 km (13 mpg) | 10.7 L/100 km (22 mpg) | 14.7 L/100 km (16 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.
78 complaints filed with NHTSA (10 involving a crash, 2 a fire). Most-reported areas:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.