2006 Dodge Charger Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 218 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2006 Dodge Charger, 17% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 78,684 miles. The words owners use most often: “shift park” (18% of reports).
- 218power train complaints
- 78,684median miles at failure
- 0mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $540typical repair cost reported by owners
- 31%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Shift park: mentioned in 40 of 218 complaints (18%)
- Gear shifter: mentioned in 31 of 218 complaints (14%)
- Power train automatic: mentioned in 16 of 218 complaints (7%)
- Lever linkage column: mentioned in 15 of 218 complaints (7%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical power train repair on the 2006 Dodge Charger at $540, and half of them between $380 and $660.
Based on 10 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2007–2017), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 192 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
None of the 218 complaints report a crash, fire or injury.
Dodge Charger power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Charger | 9 | 35% | 33,000 |
| 2022 Charger | 3 | 19% | — |
| 2021 Charger | 5 | 14% | 54,000 |
| 2019 Charger | 1 | 1% | 20,000 |
| 2018 Charger | 10 | 8% | 23,537 |
| 2017 Charger | 17 | 13% | 49,724 |
| 2016 Charger | 25 | 14% | 42,000 |
| 2015 Charger | 32 | 24% | 56,070 |
| 2014 Charger | 60 | 17% | 45,390 |
| 2013 Charger | 48 | 13% | 51,000 |
| 2012 Charger | 65 | 10% | 68,450 |
| 2011 Charger | 21 | 3% | 58,700 |
| 2010 Charger | 19 | 8% | 95,469 |
| 2009 Charger | 6 | 3% | 103,500 |
| 2008 Charger | 33 | 5% | 79,800 |
| 2007 Charger | 220 | 40% | 75,000 |
| 2006 Charger | 218 | 17% | 78,684 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
Problem: 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.
Risk: This could allow the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction startling the driver, and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: 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.
Power train:automatic transmission
Problem: 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.
Risk: If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while idling at the traffic light, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while driving at various speeds. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the…
My 2006 Dodge Charger R/T HEMI 5.7 has experienced multiple breakdowns in my transmission. Come to find out it is actually a Mercedes Benz transmission. Replaced multiple times after getting towed multiple times for transmission going out. Totally unacceptable.
On 3/10/2023 my vehicle suddenly starting trembling and shaking profusely! It terrified me severely. I immediately called my mechanic and it was towed in to be repaired. I was told it needed a tune- up. Towing, 3-Direct Ignition coils replaced, 6-spark plugs replaced and 1- fuel injection plenum…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2006 Dodge Chargers have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 218 owner complaints about power train for the 2006 Dodge Charger (17% of the 1,294 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Dodge Charger power train?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do power train problems start?
The median reported mileage is 78,684 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix power train problems on the 2006 Dodge Charger?
Owners report a typical cost of $540 (half paid between $380 and $660), from 10 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about power train problems on the 2006 Dodge Charger?
The most frequent phrase is “shift park”, in 40 of 218 complaints, followed by “gear shifter” (31).
Other 2006 Dodge Charger problems
See all 2006 Dodge Charger problems or power train problems across all Charger years.