2016 Dodge Challenger vs 2016 Honda Accord
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Dodge Challenger | 2016 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 78 | 593 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 278 | 173 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–23 | 21–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 21,900 mi | 38,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Challenger | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 | 190 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 127 |
| Engine | 12 | 44 |
| Power Train | 16 | 29 |
| Steering | 9 | 30 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 38 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 30 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 31 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 11 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 8 |
| Overheating | 0 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
2016 Dodge Challenger
2016 Honda Accord
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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.