Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Dodge challenger. While the contact's son was driving 35 MPH, one of the rear wheel rims cracked and the tire went flat. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the rim. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 4,000. The VIN was not…
2016 Dodge Challenger wheels problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $400 · see wheels across all vehicles →
When does it fail?
Of the 3 wheels complaints filed for the 2016 Dodge Challenger, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
No new NHTSA wheels complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
I have the 6y type wheel on my car and one has cracked from the inside edge inward. I see on Dodge forums several instance of this type wheel cracking. I have spoke to both a dealership and fca customer service and they are not willing to replace it. Stating its out of warranty. The car has approximately 65,000 miles on it. Here is a search results im speaking of.…
Common questions
How serious is the wheels problem on the 2016 Dodge Challenger?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $400 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the wheels typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, wheels issues most often appear around 34,500 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $400 for wheels repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to wheels?
No active recalls currently cover wheels issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.