2016 Dodge Charger vs 2016 Ford C-Max
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Dodge Charger | 2016 Ford C-Max |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 182 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 275 | 128 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 39 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 47,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Charger | Ford C-Max |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 53 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 2 |
| Power Train | 25 | 2 |
| Engine | 25 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 25 | 1 |
| Steering | 17 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2016 Dodge Charger
2016 Ford C-Max
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.