2006 DODGE MAGNUM
5 recalls, 454 complaints - 70 TSBs
16V352000 May 24, 2016
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2... Read more
Consequence
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and tempe... Read more
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. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on ... Read more
15V313000 May 26, 2015
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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 SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
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. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Ch... Read more
08V583000 Nov 6, 2008
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
Defect Description
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 COLUMN MOUNTING BRACKET AND CAUSE AN INCORRECT TRANSMISSION GEARSHIFT POSITION DISPLAY.
Consequence
THIS COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO MOVE IN AN UNEXPECTED DIRECTION STARTLING THE DRIVER, AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
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 MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
06V149000 May 3, 2006
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
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 BETWEEN THE BRAKE TUBES AND EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION TUBE OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME MAY CAUSE THE... Read more
Consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN A DECREASE OF BRAKING FORCE AND THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
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 CLEARANCE TO THE EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION TUBE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 26, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DA... Read more
05V460000 Oct 6, 2005
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
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 SHAFT MOVES OUT OF POSITION, THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE 'PARK' POSITION.
Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS AND THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED, THE VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
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 DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Complaint Statistics
454 total complaints
26 crashes 2 fires 20 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 86 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 62 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 50 |
| AIR BAGS | 47 |
| POWER TRAIN | 46 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 30 |
| STEERING | 20 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 18 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 12 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 9 |
ENGINE
Jan 30, 2025
Incident date: Jan 29, 2025
55,000 miles and start the car it shakes and engine light comes on. My plugin said misfired cylinder so we Take it to Apple ford in maplewood, mn and they say it has coolant in engine cylinders and need to replace the engine for about $7500 and it’s not drivable they said. Internet has many lists ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 30, 2025
Incident date: Jan 29, 2025
55,000 miles and start the car it shakes and engine light comes on. My plugin said misfired cylinder so we Take it to Apple ford in maplewood, mn and they say it has coolant in engine cylinders and need to replace the engine for about $7500 and it’s not drivable they said. Internet has many lists ... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 30, 2025
Incident date: Jan 29, 2025
failed piston wrist pins from early production of mercedes w205 c300. The issue was diagnosed by mercedes of manhattan and could not provide me a fix. Stated that the issue is common with the vehicle and it does not warrant a recall for this issue. i believe its a safety issue and my vehicle only ha... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Jan 22, 2025
Incident date: Jul 8, 2024
Regularly slams the emergency brakes when reversing out of the driveway when there is nothing there to warrant an emergency brake Additionally, it will not release the brakes for several seconds. I feel this could leave me stuck in the middle of the road and vulnerable to getting hit by an oncomin... Read more
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
Aug 22, 2024
Incident date: Aug 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2002 Infiniti I35. The contact stated while driving 70–75 MPH on the freeway, the vehicle shut off and failed to restart. Additionally, while driving on another occasion, the vehicle shut off but restarted. The check engine, traction control, and ABS warning lights were illumina... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Mar 30, 2023
Incident date: Mar 11, 2023
Lease Car: I waited for the light to turn green and proceed into the intersection going east. The other driver was going south and went through the red light hitting my L/D door, fender,bumper, air bag deployed hit me in the face causing swollen bruised eye. Car was towed as of now there is $15,709 ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STEERING
Jan 25, 2023
Incident date: Jan 16, 2023
multiple times while driving, whether on main roads or the highway and in various condition, my Traction Control lights come one and stabilizer lights as well then the computer shows Power Steering Failure. I've lost power steering 3 times and it's almost caused 2 accidents. The 2015 GMC Canyon was ... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 16, 2023
Incident date: Nov 17, 2022
The vehicle has been having misfires and power liftgate since owning the vehicle. The vehicle has been to multiple dealerships and I have to this very day put 15k miles on the vehicle. Needless to say GM has not been any help in getting the problem taken care of. I have sent GM video of the vehicle ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 16, 2023
Incident date: Nov 17, 2022
The vehicle has been having misfires and power liftgate since owning the vehicle. The vehicle has been to multiple dealerships and I have to this very day put 15k miles on the vehicle. Needless to say GM has not been any help in getting the problem taken care of. I have sent GM video of the vehicle ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 20, 2022
Incident date: Dec 20, 2022
WITH ALL OF THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALLS FOR THESE VEHICLES FOR FRONT AIRBAGS, WHAT ABOUT THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS THAT SOME MODELS LIKE MINE WERE EQUIPPED WITH AS A FACTORY OPTION? ARE THOSE AIRBAG INFLATORS ALSO NEED TO BE REPLACED?
AIR BAGS
Sep 29, 2021
Incident date: Sep 27, 2021
The engine in my 2006 dodge Magnum has begun stalling out after fueling precisely as described in NHTSA action number PE13016. The first time it happened I was in the middle of a U-turn at a busy intersection. The engine died and I lost power steering and power brakes. I was able to brute-force the ... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 29, 2021
Incident date: Sep 27, 2021
The engine in my 2006 dodge Magnum has begun stalling out after fueling precisely as described in NHTSA action number PE13016. The first time it happened I was in the middle of a U-turn at a busy intersection. The engine died and I lost power steering and power brakes. I was able to brute-force the ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 29, 2021
Incident date: Sep 27, 2021
The engine in my 2006 dodge Magnum has begun stalling out after fueling precisely as described in NHTSA action number PE13016. The first time it happened I was in the middle of a U-turn at a busy intersection. The engine died and I lost power steering and power brakes. I was able to brute-force the ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 11, 2021
Incident date: Feb 22, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE FUEL TANK WAS FULL, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT A HALF TANK THE FAILURE WAS NOT EXPERIENCED. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE HIMSELF AND FOUND THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS DEFECTIVE. THE CONTAC... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 11, 2021
Incident date: Feb 22, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE FUEL TANK WAS FULL, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT A HALF TANK THE FAILURE WAS NOT EXPERIENCED. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE HIMSELF AND FOUND THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS DEFECTIVE. THE CONTAC... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 13, 2021
Incident date: Feb 13, 2021
HERE WE ARE 15 MONTHS LATER AND ONLY 2,330 MILES FROM MY LAST COMPLAINT ABOUT MY 2006 DODGE MAGNUM STALLING AFTER A FUEL FILL UP OR WHEN TURNING LEFT, IT HAPPENED YET AGAIN TODAY, I KNOW THERE IS A CURRENT FUEL TANK RECALL FOR 2005 - 2006 DODGE CHARGER, MAGNUM & CHRYSLER 300'S WITH THE V8 5.7L & 6.1... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 22, 2019
Incident date: Nov 22, 2019
I HAVE OWNED THIS 2006 DODGE MAGNUM SE V6 2.7L FROM NEW, BOUGHT IN APRIL 2006, THE PROBLEM I'M HAVING IS WITH THE CAR STALLING, WITHOUT ANY NOTICE, HAPPENING TODAY WHEN TURNING LEFT AT A STOP LIGHT AND STARTING UPHILL. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE CAR AFTER PULLING TO THE RIGHT WITHOUT POWER, COMING TO... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 22, 2019
Incident date: Nov 22, 2019
I HAVE OWNED THIS 2006 DODGE MAGNUM SE V6 2.7L FROM NEW, BOUGHT IN APRIL 2006, THE PROBLEM I'M HAVING IS WITH THE CAR STALLING, WITHOUT ANY NOTICE, HAPPENING TODAY WHEN TURNING LEFT AT A STOP LIGHT AND STARTING UPHILL. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE CAR AFTER PULLING TO THE RIGHT WITHOUT POWER, COMING TO... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 26, 2019
Incident date: Aug 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT NOTICED A FUEL ODOR COMING FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED THE ODOR WHILE EXITING THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 30, 2019
Incident date: Jun 1, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM. WHEN THE CONTACT FILLED UP THE TANK, HE NOTICED THAT THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK WAS DEFECTIVE. THE FUEL TANK TOP (THE MALFUNCTION CONTROL VALVE) ALLOWED FUEL TO LEAK INTO THE PURGE LINE, WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE TO STALL IN TRAFFIC. CENTRAL FLORIDA CHRYSLER DOD... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Aug 30, 2019
Incident date: Jun 1, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM. WHEN THE CONTACT FILLED UP THE TANK, HE NOTICED THAT THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK WAS DEFECTIVE. THE FUEL TANK TOP (THE MALFUNCTION CONTROL VALVE) ALLOWED FUEL TO LEAK INTO THE PURGE LINE, WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE TO STALL IN TRAFFIC. CENTRAL FLORIDA CHRYSLER DOD... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 28, 2019
Incident date: Jun 15, 2019
MY CAR WILL TURN OFF WHEN IM AT A LIGHT OR IF IM DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND WILL JUST SHUT OFF DONT KNOW THE ISSUE BUT ITS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE ON THE ROAD.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 28, 2019
Incident date: May 10, 2013
QHEN I FILL UP MY GAS TANK THE CAR STARTS TO SHUT OFF EVERY TIME I FILL IT UP I HAVE TO PUT LIKE 1/2 A TANK SO IT DOESN'T SHUT OFF ON ME WHEN IM DRIVING
AIR BAGS
Aug 17, 2019
Incident date: Aug 17, 2019
"TAKATA RECALL" I'M GETTING THE RUN AROUND AND PROCRASTINATION,AND HARD TIME FROM A DEALER ON REPLACEMENT OF MY TAKATA AIRBAGS OVER THE LAST COUPLE OF MONTHS. DEALER INFO: ARMORY GARAGE 926 CENTRAL AVENUE ALBANY,NY 12205-3504 DEALER PHONE NUMBERS: SALES:888-313-7094 SERVICE:888-273-2137 PARTS:877-... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 20, 2019
Incident date: Jun 19, 2019
MY CAR (2006 DODGE MAGNUM 5.7 HEMI)WAS RUNNING TOTALLY FINE.... NO WARNINGS OF ANY KIND. I TURNED IT OFF TO RUN INTO THE GYM AND IT WOULDN'T START. A DIAGNOSTIC TEST WAS RUN AND THEY SAID THE PISTON BLEW AND IT NEEDS A NEW ENGINE
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 8, 2019
Incident date: Jun 2, 2016
TAKATA RECALL VEHICLE STALLS ANYTIME . LOOSE POWER STEERING. UNABLE TO STEER IT. VERY DANGEROUS. DEALER SAYS THERE IS A FREE REPLACEMENT FOR FUEL TANK BECAUSE OF A DEFECTIVE VENT. I NEVER GOT A RECALL NOTICE, APPARENTLY IS JUST 2006 DODGE/CHRYSLER ISSUE. AND SPEND THOUSANDS ON NEW COMPUTER AND OT... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 20, 2019
Incident date: May 20, 2019
MY DODGE MAGNUM STALLS AFTER FILLING UP THE FUEL TANK. IT HAPPENS SHORTLY AFTER FILLING UP AND WILL CONTINUE UNTIL THE CAR HAS BEEN DRIVEN ABOUT 30 MILES. IT WILL STALL REGARDLESS OF WHAT SPEED I AM DRIVING. IT WILL RESTART AFTER A COUPLE TRIES.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 16, 2019
Incident date: May 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, FUEL LEAKED ONTO THE MUFFLER. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT REPAIRED THE FUEL LINE, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 152,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 13, 2019
Incident date: May 12, 2019
CAR STALLS UNEXPECTEDLY IMMEDIATELY AFTER A FUEL FILL UP. PROBLEM CLEARS UP WITHIN 10 MINUTES OF CONTINUOUS DRIVING.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 8, 2019
Incident date: Apr 6, 2019
I PURCHASED A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM LAST WEEK ON 4/4/2019 ODOMETER READING AT 109, 545. 2 DAYS AFTER I PURCHASED THE CAR IT NEEDED FUEL AND I FILLED THE GAS TANK. I THEN LEFT THE GAS STATION. WITHIN LESS THAN A MILE THE ENGINE STALLED AS IF IT WERE TRYING TO SHUT OFF. THIS HAPPENED 4 TIMES WITHIN 1 MINU... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 4, 2019
Incident date: Mar 1, 2019
TAKATA RECALL
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 4, 2019
Incident date: Mar 1, 2019
TAKATA RECALL
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 25, 2019
Incident date: Mar 20, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM. AFTER FUELING THE VEHICLE AND TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO HESITATE AND SHUT OFF. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. AFTER DRIVING APP... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 10, 2019
Incident date: Dec 20, 2018
IT'S STARTED MAKING A LOUD CLICKING NOISE SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID IT WAS A SENSOR IN THE DASH BEHIND THE STEERING COLUMN THAT KEEPS THE EXHAUST FROM COMING BACK INSIDE THE CAR. WHAT SHOULD I DO?
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 27, 2018
Incident date: Jun 15, 2018
ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, I HAVE FILLED THE FUEL TANK AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO LEAVE, THE ENGINE HAS STALLED, SOMETIMES IN THE PARKING LOT OF THE GAS STATION, OTHER TIMES ATTEMPTING TO STALL BUT NOT CUTTING OFF, WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD. I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO START THE CAR WHEN IT HAS CUT OFF IN THE PARKIN... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 26, 2018
Incident date: Oct 20, 2018
HEAT BLOWS ON PASSENGER SIDE BUT COLD ON DRIVERS SIDE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 12, 2018
Incident date: Oct 10, 2018
THE IGNITION HAS A FAULT. IT WILL NOT START. LIGHTS TURN ON BUT CAR DOESN'T START. NEW STARTER INSTALLED
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 26, 2018
Incident date: Aug 26, 2018
MY SHIFTER WILL NOT GO OUT OF PARK. IM STRANDED. TRANSMISSION SHIFTER INTERLOCK LEVER. IVE BEEN ON LINE MOST OF THE DAY AND BEYOND COMPLAINTS ON THIS ONE. I AM A 55 YEAR OLD WOMAN AND CAN NOT RIG IT TO DRIVE LIKE ALL THE MEN IN VIDEOS. IT IS A PINK PLASTIC PART THAT WAS ORIGINALLY PUT IN THE CAR AND... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 7, 2018
Incident date: Jul 6, 2018
ON 07/06/2018 STARTED ENGINE, WITHIN 30 SECONDS CAR SHUT OFF . AS IF I TURNED OFF THE KEY.RESTARTED CAR AND SHIFTED TO REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF DRIVE, STALLED. STARTED CAR ,PUT CAR IN REVERSE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT INGAGE 15 TO 20 SECONDS LATER CAR WENT INTO GEAR AND STALLED 4 TIMES BEFORE CAR WOULD M... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 7, 2018
Incident date: Jul 6, 2018
ON 07/06/2018 STARTED ENGINE, WITHIN 30 SECONDS CAR SHUT OFF . AS IF I TURNED OFF THE KEY.RESTARTED CAR AND SHIFTED TO REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF DRIVE, STALLED. STARTED CAR ,PUT CAR IN REVERSE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT INGAGE 15 TO 20 SECONDS LATER CAR WENT INTO GEAR AND STALLED 4 TIMES BEFORE CAR WOULD M... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 7, 2018
Incident date: Jul 6, 2018
ON 07/06/2018 STARTED ENGINE, WITHIN 30 SECONDS CAR SHUT OFF . AS IF I TURNED OFF THE KEY.RESTARTED CAR AND SHIFTED TO REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF DRIVE, STALLED. STARTED CAR ,PUT CAR IN REVERSE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT INGAGE 15 TO 20 SECONDS LATER CAR WENT INTO GEAR AND STALLED 4 TIMES BEFORE CAR WOULD M... Read more
ENGINE
May 20, 2018
Incident date: May 20, 2018
WITHOUT WARNING VALVE RING SEAT BROKE OFF FELL INTO CYLINDER PUNCHING HOLE IN PISTON. BOUGHT A REBUILT MOTOR FOR $7,000 AND 70K MILES LATER THE SAME THING HAPPENS. BOTH INSTANCES THE MOTOR WAS RUNNING.
SUSPENSION
May 20, 2018
Incident date: May 20, 2018
WITHOUT WARNING VALVE RING SEAT BROKE OFF FELL INTO CYLINDER PUNCHING HOLE IN PISTON. BOUGHT A REBUILT MOTOR FOR $7,000 AND 70K MILES LATER THE SAME THING HAPPENS. BOTH INSTANCES THE MOTOR WAS RUNNING.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 30, 2018
Incident date: Mar 1, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM. AFTER REFUELING THE VEHICLE, IT STALLED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACT... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 16, 2018
Incident date: Mar 16, 2018
CAR STALLS RANDOMLY WHEN FUEL TANK IS FULL OR AFTER FILL UP. MAY STALL WITHOUT WARNING WHEN IN MOTION OR STATIONARY. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS MODEL AND SIMILAR MODELS. CAUSE IS A FAULTY FUEL TANK.
ENGINE
Mar 16, 2018
Incident date: Mar 16, 2018
CAR STALLS RANDOMLY WHEN FUEL TANK IS FULL OR AFTER FILL UP. MAY STALL WITHOUT WARNING WHEN IN MOTION OR STATIONARY. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS MODEL AND SIMILAR MODELS. CAUSE IS A FAULTY FUEL TANK.
POWER TRAIN
Feb 24, 2018
Incident date: Feb 22, 2018
CAR HAS NO PARK ROLLS BACK WHEN IN PARK NO CHECK LIGHT HAVE TO PUT EBREAK ON FOR CAR TO STAY STILL DRIVES FINE OTHER THAN THAT
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 13, 2018
Incident date: Feb 6, 2018
THE CAR STALLS SOON AFTER REFILLING THE FUEL TANK, THE FILLING WAS STOPPED WHEN THE PUMP AUTOMATICALLY SHUTS OFF. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN BECAUSE IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ON A STREET, AND ALSO WHILE TURNING ONTO A HIGHWAY. THE CAR BECOMES DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER DUE TO THE LOSS OF POW... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 13, 2018
Incident date: Feb 6, 2018
THE CAR STALLS SOON AFTER REFILLING THE FUEL TANK, THE FILLING WAS STOPPED WHEN THE PUMP AUTOMATICALLY SHUTS OFF. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN BECAUSE IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ON A STREET, AND ALSO WHILE TURNING ONTO A HIGHWAY. THE CAR BECOMES DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER DUE TO THE LOSS OF POW... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 11, 2018
Incident date: Jan 9, 2018
[XXX] CHEVROLET-DEALER ATTEMPTING TO PRINT RECALL TO DISCLOSE AND CAN NOT FIND A PRINTABLE FORMAT IN ORDER TO FOLLOW THE NEW TN LAW THAT CHANGED FIRST OF THE YEAR [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *PM *TR
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2006 DODGE MAGNUM
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 23.0 | 18.0 | Regular | $3,400 |
| 6.1L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 13.0 | 18.0 | 15.0 | Premium | $5,050 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2006 DODGE MAGNUM
70 manufacturer communications from 62 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 8 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 7 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 6 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | 2 |
9004009
Apr 7, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usag
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
23-015-20
Apr 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100519
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
68332810
Sep 7, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. C
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
RL108213A$
Jan 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
9003215
Feb 12, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a
9003215
Feb 12, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be ordered when installing this Long Block Assembly in a
9002887
Feb 11, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Part Description: Valve Body Assembly Issue Description: Valve body design was changed between 2010MY and 2011MY applications. To prevent mix matching valve bodies and solenoid packs the connectors are color coded.~ Valve bodies with
08-069-14
Aug 21, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
14-002-14
Jun 3, 2014
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
WHEN FUEL TANK FILL-UP, THE ENGINE STALLS IMMEDIATELY. 6/03/2014*LJ
14-002-14
Apr 22, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Engine Stall Immediately Following Fuel Tank Fill-Up (X53 Lifetime Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves replacing the fuel tank with a revised part. Some customers may experience an engine stall condition just after filling the fuel
14-002-14
Apr 22, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Engine Stall Immediately Following Fuel Tank Fill-Up (X53 Lifetime Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves replacing the fuel tank with a revised part. Some customers may experience an engine stall condition just after filling the fuel
9002519
Mar 20, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc
CSN-L08
Jun 1, 2011
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
CHRYSLER SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE RADIATOR COOLING FANS MAY SEPARATE DURING OPERATION AND DAMAGE THE RADIATOR. *RM
0900506
Sep 13, 2007
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
THIS BULLETIN INVOLVES THE REPLACEMENT OF MECHANICAL CLIPS FOR THE INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER SWIRL VALVE LINKAGE. *NJ
2304106
Aug 8, 2007
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
EXTERIOR LAMP - LENS FOGGING. *NJ
1802707
Apr 17, 2007
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MIL ILLUMINATION DUE TO EGR POSITION SENSOR DTC - P0404, P0405, P0406. *KB
0500107
Apr 13, 2007
045200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS
POLICE BRAKE FRONT PAD LINING LIFE AND NOISE. *KB
0700107
Mar 2, 2007
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
INSTALL A HIGH CAPACITY COOLING FAN. *KB
47
Mar 1, 2007
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND REPROGRAM PCM. *KB
1801307
Feb 17, 2007
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MIL ILLUMINATION - DTC PO300 - MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE. *KB
0800107
Feb 7, 2007
140000 AIR BAGS
PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION. *KB
1801206
Dec 19, 2006
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MAP SENSOR CAUSING DTC'S P0652, P0340, P2127 AND C121C. *TT
0804906
Dec 5, 2006
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL RESETS IF DRIVER EXITS VEHICLE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING OR IGNITION IN THE RUN POSITION. *KB
1803506
Nov 17, 2006
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON FOR P0573. *KB
1803106
Oct 28, 2006
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
DELAYED ENGINE CRANK OR MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC P0573. *KB
2304706
Oct 21, 2006
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
CRACKED WINDSHIELD DUE TO BEING HIT BY A FOREIGN OBJECT LIKE A STONE. *KB
2200406
Oct 4, 2006
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM INFORMATION. *KB
2101206
Oct 3, 2006
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLASH: 1 - 2 UPSHIFT SHUDDER OR ROUGH SHIFT. *AK
2304006
Sep 26, 2006
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
REAR OF SUNROOF GLASS IS NOT FLUSH TO ROOF/SUNROOF WILL NOT CLOSE. *KB
0900505
Sep 16, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE OR ROUGH IDLE. *TT
0803006
Aug 25, 2006
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
35
Aug 1, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS MIGHT HAVE SAND LIKE DEBRIS. THIS COULD CAUSE EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE ROD BEARINGS OR COULD RESULT IN ENGINE FAILURE. *KB
06025
Jul 10, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
3.5L #2 ROD BEARING AND CRANKSHAFT JOURNAL INSPECTION FOR CONTAMINATION. *TT
06024
Jun 28, 2006
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
POLICE PACKAGE - OIL COOLER LINE MAY CONTACT THE GENERATOR PULLEY/BELT. *TT
1801806
May 13, 2006
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FLASH: MIL ILLUMINATION AT START-UP DUE TO DTC P2112 OR P1521. *TT
2101905A
Apr 19, 2006
104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
TRANSFER CASE SHUDDER. *SC
0801506
Apr 1, 2006
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DUE TO A SOFTWARE ISSUE IN THE FCM, SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ILLUMINATED APPROACH, FOG LAMPS AND/OR REAR WIPER OPERATION. *TT
1801106
Mar 23, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ROUGH IDLE, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0303. *AK
06011
Feb 23, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VALVE SEAT NOT PROPERLY SEATED IN THE CYLINDER HEAD. *TT
2101105
Feb 18, 2006
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NAG1 (W5A580) TRANSMISSION - SHUDDER WHEN TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ENGAGES. *TT
1900206
Feb 16, 2006
010000 STEERING
MOAN/GROAN SOUND HEARD AT IDLE. *TT
0800606
Feb 8, 2006
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
POLICE VEHICLE UPFIT/MODIFICATION INFORMATION. *TT
0800406
Jan 27, 2006
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PASSENGER AIRBAG DISABLED LAMP. *TT
1400106
Jan 21, 2006
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
LOOSE FUEL CAP MESSAGE OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0457 - EVAP SYSTEM - LOOSE FUEL CAP. *TT
0803205
Jan 3, 2006
140000 AIR BAGS
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERING A PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION WIRING PACKAGE. TO INCLUDE 2006 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY AND 300/TOURING. *TT
2200205
Dec 7, 2005
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR - SYSTEM INFORMATION. *TT
1900805
Nov 2, 2005
010000 STEERING
REVISED POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURES. *SC
2100903
Oct 2, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC
05023
Aug 26, 2005
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
RELIEVE TENSION IN LEFT DOWNSTREAM OXYGEN SENSOR WIRING. *TT
2101405
Aug 23, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CLICKING SOUND FROM REAR OF VEHICLE AFTER ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. *TT
2401405
Aug 11, 2005
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
HOT AIR FROM AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) DUCTS AT START UP AND/OR A/C SYSTEM DOESN'T COOL AFTER EXTENDED DRIVING IN HOT AND HUMID AMBIENT CONDITIONS. *TT
0803805
Jul 27, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AUTOMATIC HEADLAMPS SENSITIVITY IMPROVEMENT. *TT
2101205
Jul 23, 2005
100000 POWER TRAIN
NEW 42RLE VARIABLE LINE PRESSURE TRANSMISSION (VLP). *TT
1803105
Jul 21, 2005
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SHIFT HESITATION DURING WIDE OPEN THROTTLE. TO INCLUDE 2005 DODGE CHARGER SRT-8. *TT
0803405
Jun 30, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0037, P0058, P0131, P0132, P0133, P0138, P0151, P0153, P0159. *TT
1481
Sep 27, 2005
151300 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
SEAT BELT TIGHTENING DOWN WHILE DRIVING - BEFORE REPLACING THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR..... *TT
NHTSA Safety Investigations, DODGE MAGNUM
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE10024
Opened: Jul 19, 2010 , Closed: Nov 24, 2010
Rear Hatch Strut Support Failure
See Attached Closing Report.
DODGE MAGNUM - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DODGE MAGNUM across all model years (2005, 2009).
23
Total Recalls
1,580
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
79
Reported Crashes
21
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths