Headlamp Condensation and Fogging This bulletin involves installing updated closure(s) cap on the headlamp assembly. Customers may experience the following:One or both of the vehicle?s headlamp assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2016 Dodge Charger lighting problems
moderate Owners of the 2016 Dodge Charger have filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the lighting at roughly $250 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See lighting across all vehicles →
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$250
| Model year | lighting complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 Charger | 32 |
| 2014 Charger | 5 |
| 2015 Charger | 7 |
| 2016 Charger (this page) | 4 |
| 2019 Charger | 6 |
When does it fail?
Of the 4 lighting complaints filed for the 2016 Dodge Charger, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
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.
What stands out
No new NHTSA lighting complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 5 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering lighting on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
LED Front Fog Lamps Flicker Or Intermittently Light, Are Dim Or Inoperative. A U11E9, or B16FB-15 may be set
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗LED Front Fog Lamps Flicker Or Intermittently Light, Are Dim Or Inoperative. A U11E9, or B16FB-15 may be set
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗LED Front Fog Lamps Flicker Or Intermittently Light, Are Dim Or Inoperative. A U11E9, or B16FB-15 may be set
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following DTCs: P000B - Bank 1 Camshaft 2 Position Slow Response. P0016 - Crankshaft/Camshaft Timing Misalignment - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P0339 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Intermittent. P0441 - EVAP Purge System Performance. P0455 - EVAP System Large Leak. P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. P2299 - Brake Pedal Position/Ac
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Tl* the contact own a 2016 Dodge charger. The contact stated that while driving, the passenger's side front headlight bulb became inoperable. The contact drove to the residence with the failure. The following day the vehicle was restarted and the headlight operated as designed. The contact took the vehicle to san leandro Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (1444 marina blvd, san leandro, ca 94577) where the…
My head light wont turn on dont know whats wrong
Had lighting trouble with your 2016 Dodge Charger?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2016 Dodge Charger?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $250 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?
Based on the 4 complaints filed, lighting issues most often appear around 23,000 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 $250 for lighting 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 lighting?
No active recalls currently cover lighting 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2016/Dodge/Charger.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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