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2016 Dodge Charger recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Dodge Charger. The most recent was reported on May 17, 2018. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: CHARGER.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2016 Dodge Charger, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
18V332000May 17, 2018Electrical System › Software
18V281000May 1, 2018Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
17V824000December 21, 2017Equipment
17V097000February 14, 2017Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft
16V043000January 28, 2016Structure

Systems involved: Power Train (2) · Electrical System (1) · Equipment (1) · Structure (1) · Vehicle Speed Control (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 18V332000Manufacturer no. U49,U59-U65,U68,U73

Electrical System › Software

Report received by NHTSA
May 17, 2018
Owner notification
June 4, 2018
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
4,815,661 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Dodge Charger
May 4, 2013 – May 24, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record
CHARGER

Components: Electrical System › Software; Electrical System › Wiring; Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control

Defect summary

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.

Safety 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.

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 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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V332000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V281000Manufacturer no. U37

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Report received by NHTSA
May 1, 2018
Owner notification
June 27, 2018
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
13,928 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Dodge Charger
August 5, 2014 – March 8, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record
CHARGER

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Dodge Charger pursuit police vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive and V8 engines. The front driveshaft universal joint may seize or fracture causing the shaft to detach from the vehicle.

Safety risk

If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle it may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U37.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V281000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V824000Manufacturer no. T82

Equipment

Report received by NHTSA
December 21, 2017
Owner notification
February 14, 2018
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
61,791 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Dodge Charger
September 13, 2016 – September 13, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record
CHARGER

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Safety risk

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V824000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V097000Manufacturer no. T03

Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft

Report received by NHTSA
February 14, 2017
Owner notification
April 7, 2017
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
69,298 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Dodge Charger
April 1, 2014 – June 30, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record
CHARGER

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.

Safety risk

A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V097000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 16V043000Manufacturer no. S03

Structure

Report received by NHTSA
January 28, 2016
Owner notification
March 21, 2016
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
441,578 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Dodge Charger
August 23, 2010 – January 7, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record
CHARGER

Defect summary

FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016. When an affected vehicle is lifted using the supplied tire jack without chocking the wheels, the vehicle's body-side sill may give causing the tire jack to fail and the car to fall.

Safety risk

A car that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will provide owners with wheel chocks and instructions for their use, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S03.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 16V043000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: May 22, 2018.