2016 Dodge Charger Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 9%of 182 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 29,588miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the steering of the 2016 Dodge Charger, 9% of the 182 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 29,588 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My power steering will randomly shut off. It happens intermittently. It makes it very easy to lose control. I have to pull over, turn off my car, wait 10-30 seconds, turn on my car, and hope it doesn't do it again.”
NHTSA complaint #11278536, filed 2019-11, 47,000 miles“I bought a car Dodge Charger 2016 srt from saudi arabia alkhobar umc (united motors company) Dodge dealer show room I received the car on 23rd march 2016. All regular maintenance are done in umc center since then. …”
NHTSA complaint #10946933, filed 2017-01, 23,000 miles“I purchased 2016 Dodge Charger one month ago from california auto direct in montclair. While signing the paperwork, we questioned a $1,000 dealer charge which they explained was for a thorough inspection before putting their car on the lot to sell (all lies). Since I purchased the car on 3/7/20, the car has stalled on me while driving 3 times. I took the car to a Dodge dealer and they fixed a recall, oil leak and replaced a missing caliper, old battery. After completing all the repairs, the car stalled on me again. Each time the steering and brakes locked up. …”
NHTSA complaint #11320691, filed 2020-04, 32,175 miles“Car starting to make a strange rattling noise - took it to shop was told drive shaft is coming apart car only has 74,000 miles. Was also told rear shocks are bad, rear brakes pads are very low and rear stablizer bar (suspension components) have rotted out bushings. A year ago the car doors started to fall apart both driver and passenger doors.”
NHTSA complaint #11342996, filed 2020-08, 73,000 miles“2016 Dodge hellcat front struts replaced in may 18 2018 now the struts are having the same problem car isn't driving straight and struts are on back order since sep 22 until now. Bought the car 9/2/18 and the redding dealership used car manager dave birch and the owner steve roberts have been unprofessional in talking to me. …”
NHTSA complaint #11144152, filed 2018-10, 200 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10223963Oct 9, 2020Improper Up Shift With Paddle Shift This bulletin involves replacing both steering wheel paddle shifter. Customers may experience the following:When trying to upshift using the…
- 10183074Oct 9, 2020Improper Up Shift With Paddle Shift This bulletin involves replacing both steering wheel paddle shifter. Customers may experience the following:When trying to upshift using the…
- 10175674Apr 17, 2020Hands On Steering Wheel Message In EVIC
- 10217527Mar 29, 2017Electric Power Steering Gear If any of the following DTCs exist, it is okay to replace the steering gear: C2217-00, C15C1-00 (EPS Mechanical Performance) or C15DB-00 (Latch…
- 10139995Mar 29, 2017Electric Power Steering Gear If any of the following DTCs exist, it is okay to replace the steering gear: C2217-00, C15C1-00 (EPS Mechanical Performance) or C15DB-00 (Latch…
- 10217746Aug 17, 2016Electric Power Steering Gear For LA, LD and LX Models ONLY; Before this part is replaced for: A) Electrical, Communication or DTC issue please contact: Terry Gavit @ cell (248)…
- 10129037Aug 17, 2016Electric Power Steering Gear For LA, LD and LX Models ONLY; Before this part is replaced for: A) Electrical, Communication or DTC issue please contact: Terry Gavit @ cell (248)…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 8% |
| 2022 | 1 | 6% |
| 2021 | 1 | 3% |
| 2019 | 9 | 8% |
| 2018 | 4 | 3% |
| 2017 | 8 | 6% |
| 2016 | 17 | 9% |
| 2015 | 13 | 10% |
| 2014 | 62 | 18% |
| 2013 | 30 | 8% |
| 2012 | 53 | 8% |
| 2011 | 39 | 6% |
| 2010 | 10 | 4% |
| 2009 | 18 | 10% |
| 2008 | 30 | 5% |
| 2007 | 22 | 4% |
| 2006 | 89 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2016 Dodge Charger
53 complaintsOther or unknown
33 complaintsFuel system
26 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsEngine
25 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
25 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsExterior lighting
8 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Dodge Charger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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