2006 Dodge Charger
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 1,294
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 4
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2006
Opened by NHTSA
30% of complaints
Complaints per year
2006: 1,294 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1,294 |
| 2007 | 554 |
| 2008 | 609 |
| 2009 | 174 |
| 2010 | 232 |
| 2011 | 695 |
| 2012 | 648 |
| 2013 | 359 |
| 2014 | 343 |
| 2015 | 136 |
| 2016 | 182 |
| 2017 | 128 |
| 2018 | 122 |
| 2019 | 120 |
| 2020 | 57 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 19 |
| 2026 | 5 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
30% · 388 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Overheated and blew the top radiator hose,fixed it with an OEM hose from dealership next day and I topped of the fluid and " Burped" It and got all the bubbles out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-02
I have a beautiful 2006 dodge daytona charger with 5.7L Hemi engine that has failed with 170,000 miles. It has been impeccably maintained with on time oil changes using Mobil 1 synthetic oil.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-26
Fuel/propulsion system
24% · 305 reportsPower train
17% · 222 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and column shift.
Fuel system, gasoline
17% · 215 reportsMost commonly citing tank assembly and throttlebody/manifold.
Service brakes
12% · 150 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Show complaint excerpts
I have a Dodge Charger rt 2006 hemi. I was comming off ther highway . After taking the exit ramp I was heading to a red light my breaks failed! I had no breaks at all suddenly causing my car to crash into the car at the light.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-10
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH the contact smell burning fumes inside the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-11-13
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first
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2005-11-28Power train05V460000 On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42RLE automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on November 28, 2005. Owners may contact…
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2006Complaint volume 1,294 complaints filed for this model year.
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2006-06-26Service brakes, hydraulic06V149000 Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.7 liter engines and MK25E braking systems may exhibit inadequate clearance between the rear brake tubes and the exhaust gas recirculation tube. Contact…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear brake tubes for damage and replace them free of charge. A clip will also be installed to secure the brake tubes to the right front shock tower to maintain proper…
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2008-11-10Power train08V583000 Chrysler is recalling 20,283 my 2006-2009 Charger and Magnum vehicles built with the police package and equipped with a column shifter. The gearshift cable may become disengaged from the steering…
Remedy: Dealers will add a redundant locking mechanism to the gearshift cable at the mounting bracket to ensure proper retention and shift linkage function. The recall began on November 10, 2008. Owners…
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2013-05-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-02-10 Engine Stall
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2014-06-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2015-02-24Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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2015-06-08Air bags15V313000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners.
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2017-03-27Air bags16V352000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Dodge Charger — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 388 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 305 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 222 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V460000 · Power train
- Recall 06V149000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 08V583000 · Power train
- Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
- Recall 16V352000 · Air bags
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2006 Dodge Charger reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Dodge Charger is rated "significantly worse".
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Dodge Charger?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Dodge Charger have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.