2016 Dodge Charger Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 25about this part
- Share
- 14%of 182 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 42,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 25 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2016 Dodge Charger, 14% of the 182 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 42,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The interior door panels are warping. I have replaced one and need to do the other. The trunk lid had no gap between the bottom of the lid and rear end, so there was a constant vibration causing the paint to flake away. If I step on the accelerator too hard, the engines RPM shoots up but the engine gets no power and the remains either at a stand still or will coast until the issue passes.”
NHTSA complaint #11349363, filed 2020-08, 18,000 miles“As I was conducting maintenance on my vehicle, I had seen that my vehicle's drive shaft is not stable and when I moved it, the shaft was able to move freely, and the center support bearing was worn down completely and this is the reason why my vehicle is not functioning the way it should.”
NHTSA complaint #11407901, filed 2021-04, 10 miles“My car was parked on a hit and run on august of 2018. My car was parked on a flood march 2019, my car has repairs covered by the insurance of $19,000 and it's still in the shop. I honestly think that my vehicle is not safe for me to drive.”
NHTSA complaint #11265242, filed 2019-09, 16,700 miles“One day when I was driving, I heard a really loud sound coming from my car that hurt my ears so I drove back home under 5 miles per hour because whatever was hitting under the hood of my car was way too loud. As I was parking in my spot at home, my car shut off completely. Couldn't even put it in park and said to check engine. I ended up having to get my car towed to lithia of Dodge to look at it to see whats wrong because I couldnt even turn my car back on at all or do anything with it it was undriveable. …”
NHTSA complaint #11386737, filed 2021-01, 85,233 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 milesRelated recalls
- 18V281000May 1, 2018Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft…Covers: Dodge Charger 2015–2018
- 17V097000Feb 14, 2017Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts…Covers: Dodge Charger 2014–2017, Chrysler 300 2014–2017
Related service bulletins
- 11030138Mar 9, 2026The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV…
- 10229485Aug 15, 2022Proper Front Driveshaft Universal Joint (U-joint) Inspection Procedures For All Wheel Drive (AWD) Vehicles.
- 10212248Mar 30, 2022Oil Filter If a Mopar Oil Filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils. Recommended…
- 10229031Mar 6, 2022Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter…
- 10194007Apr 17, 2021No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
- 10221150Apr 16, 2021Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders
- 10221097Apr 7, 2021Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10220843Mar 31, 2021NAG1 Transmission Before installing the transmission with the engine, check for dowel pins (2) for alignment. If the pins are missing request to add the dowel pin first and then…
- 10190590Mar 31, 2021NAG1 Transmission Before installing the transmission with the engine, check for dowel pins (2) for alignment. If the pins are missing request to add the dowel pin first and then…
- 10220872Mar 6, 2021PCM Sets DTC P1400-Aftermarket Calibration Detected/Warranty Coverage Confirmation Required
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 9 | 35% |
| 2022 | 3 | 19% |
| 2021 | 5 | 14% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 10 | 8% |
| 2017 | 17 | 13% |
| 2016 | 25 | 14% |
| 2015 | 32 | 24% |
| 2014 | 60 | 17% |
| 2013 | 48 | 13% |
| 2012 | 65 | 10% |
| 2011 | 21 | 3% |
| 2010 | 19 | 8% |
| 2009 | 6 | 3% |
| 2008 | 33 | 5% |
| 2007 | 220 | 40% |
| 2006 | 218 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2016 Dodge Charger
53 complaintsOther or unknown
33 complaintsFuel system
26 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsEngine
25 complaintsSteering
17 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 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology