2016 Dodge Charger: Structure complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 53 owner complaints for the 2016 Dodge Charger that list the structure component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11709193 (filed 01/06/2026): “The contact owns a 2016 dodge charger. the contact stated that the dashboard and plastic around the gear shifter were folding outward. the contact was concerned that the parts would detach. the local dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not contac…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11663183 (filed 05/27/2025): “The interior door panels on both front doors of my 2016 dodge charger sxt have warped and pulled away from the frame near the window area. the defect appears to be heat-related, and the panels have progressively worsened over time. this issue has not only affected the cosmetic integrity of the vehic…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11633813 (filed 01/03/2025): “Unexpected vehicle movement from power train. i was changing my tire and the jack caused my vehicle body side to deform causing the vehicle to fall and nearly broke my leg.…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Varies
Depends on the specific failure; get a diagnosis first. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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