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P0016 on DODGE CHARGER

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2006, 2012

What P0016 Means on Your DODGE CHARGER

Real DODGE CHARGER Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Traveling i-5 at 65 mph when the car lost all power. no response in gas pedal, engine stuttered. pulled off freeway and put it in park and turned the car off. waited for around 10 -20 seconds then restarted the vehicle. then all power and driveability came back."

— 2006 DODGE CHARGER owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE • Filed 05/22/2020

"The contact's husband owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle shuddered, lost motive power, and failed to accelerate as intended."

— 2012 DODGE CHARGER owner • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING • Filed 07/03/2024

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0016 on DODGE CHARGER

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2006
1
2012
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0016 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026