2016 Dodge Charger vs 2016 Ford Taurus
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 Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 182 | 78 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 275 | 110 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 19–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 47,000 mi | 56,965 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Charger | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 53 | 6 |
| Engine | 25 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 25 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 6 |
| Power Train | 25 | 3 |
| Steering | 17 | 9 |
| Back Over Prevention | 0 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2016 Dodge Charger
2016 Ford Taurus
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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.