Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 Challenger 5.7L. Covers both the standard and High Output 5.7L.
The 2016 Dodge Challenger 5.7L is a passenger car built on the LA platform and equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission. This model achieves an EPA-rated fuel economy of 16/25/19 mpg. Within the 2008-2023 model history, the 2016 year recorded 78 total owner complaints and two recalls, placing its reliability—specifically regarding the power train—between the high of 298 complaints in 2010 and the low of 9 complaints in 2022.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04884899AC. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 04884899AC alt 04892339BE |
| Engine air filter | 04861746AB alt 68172459AA |
| Spark plug | SP149212AC alt SP143877AB |
| Battery | BBH7F001AA |
| Front wiper blades | 68015148AA |
| Thermostat | 52028898AJ alt 05184894AA |
| Cabin air filter | 68535614AA |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Overall length | 197.6 in |
| Overall width | 75.6 in |
| Overall height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4169 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63 / 63.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 56/44 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 16 / 25 / 19 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Midgrade Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
No 2016 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 5.10 sec | 13.70 sec | 375 hp | RWD |
| 2011 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 5.00 sec | 13.50 sec | 372 hp | RWD |
| 2009 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 5.10 sec | 13.60 sec | 372 hp | RWD |
| 2009 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 5.10 sec | 13.60 sec | 372 hp | RWD |
| 2009 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 5.40 sec | 13.80 sec | 372 hp | RWD |
| 2009 | R/T Coupe 5.7L V8 | 6.20 sec | 14.50 sec | 372 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine Synthetic · SAE 75W85 · API · GL-5 · SAE 75W85 · SAE 75W85 in the differential, DOT 3 · SAE J1703 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF+4 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 4.0-6.0 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 · SAE J1703 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 3 · SAE J1703 |
| Differential Gear Oil | Synthetic · SAE 75W85 · API · GL-5 · SAE 75W85 · SAE 75W85 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 195 Rear Axle |
| Engine Coolant | MS-12106 |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 11.1 qt |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 17 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 8.8 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 23 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 8.8 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 22 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 8.8 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 22 |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 8.8 |
| Driveshaft Flange to Transmission | 72.0 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 170 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub Bearing Housing Bolts | INSTALL A NEW HUB NUT. ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-2-3-4-5-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 |
| Ignition Coil Primary Resistance | 0.6-0.9 ohms |
| Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance | 6,000-9,000 ohms |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Mopar |
| Spark Plug Gap | .043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 11-15 (1) ft-lbs |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 730 cca |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 58.0 + or - 5.0 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 58+/-5 psi |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 56-60 psi |
| Engine Compression | 100 min psi |
| Engine Compression | All gasoline 100 psi / Max Variation 1 psi |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 44; Rear: 43 /; Front: 44; Rear: 23 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 121; Rear: 98 /; Front: 98; Rear: 81 |
| ABS Sensor Torque | 8.5 / NS |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.040; Rear: 0.040 in |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: 1.040; Rear: 17; Rear: 18 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0004 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0014 When measured on vehicle |
| 1 | 90 | |
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs., step 2: 105 | 30 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 10,000 mi | Battery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) |
| Every 20,000 mi | Differential (inspect fluid level) |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2016 Dodge Challenger sits at a critical inflection point in the generation's reliability arc. Complaints peaked in 2010 at 298, then gradually declined through the mid-2010s, with 2015 showing a notable spike in investigations (2) and elevated TSBs (350). By 2016, complaints had dropped to 78—less than half the 2015 figure—while recalls fell to just 2, matching the lowest level in the dataset. This downward trend continued into 2017 (49 complaints) and beyond, suggesting meaningful improvements in build quality or component refinement. The 2016 model's top complaint areas (Power Train at 10, Engine at 9) indicate residual powertrain concerns persist, but the overall complaint volume and recall frequency are substantially lower than the generation's troubled early years. Given this trajectory, 2016 appears to be a relatively safe model year within this generation—improved enough to avoid the worst issues of 2008-2012, yet before the later model years that saw further refinements.
All 78 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler…
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June…
Showing 5 of 278 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S2621000003 REV.A | 2026-03-09 | Power Train | The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the… |
| S2608000010 | 2026-03-05 | Electrical System | Active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00… |
| 108463 | 2025-11-18 | Service Brakes | PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE |
| 108464 | 2025-11-17 | Service Brakes | PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE |
| 31-001-25 REV. B | 2025-08-16 | Structure | Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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EPA figures are 16 city / 25 highway / 19 combined mpg.