2006 Dodge Charger Electrical System Problems
- 126
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 126 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- failure mileage · 12 records
- without warning · 10 records
- dash lights · 10 records
- engine light · 10 records
- notified failure · 9 records
- failure failure · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 43 |
| 100–150k mi | 29 |
| 30–60k mi | 18 |
| 150–400k mi | 14 |
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
I was driving down the road and my lights turned off my headlights and dash lights had to hold my brights on because they wouldnt stay on by themselves, my dash speedometers had kept going up and down as if my car was dying almost hit a deer due to no headlights and driving at night.
ODI 11299669
Electrical System · Engine
I have 2 problems. First while driving all my warning lights will flash on then go right off. Another problem i have is my car will turn over and sometimes start but die immediately. Once i get it started it will go fine for a while before doing it again. By the looks of my research both problems are pretty common in 2006 chargers.
ODI 11279224
Electrical System · Engine
I took my 06 charger in for airbag recall and when i left the dealer my car shut off at every lights and shut off in the middle of going 40 50 miles an hour. It continues to do that more and more everyday. I've read on the internet about so many of the 6th generation dodge chrysler products doing this exact same thing. I can understand why a problem that causes you to stall out in the middle of a busy intersection…
ODI 11282274
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. Upon purchasing the vehicle, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to royal buick gmc (815 w auto mall dr, lot a, tucson, az 85705, [redacted]) where it was serviced and repaired. The contact stated that a bank installed a lojack device on the vehicle, which caused the vehicle to shut off without warning. The vehicle was taken back to the…
ODI 11234918
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
While was trying to turn into parking spot my charger suddenly died. When turned the car back on was able to start right back up. This has been happening more when tryong to turn the wheel all the way from a stop position or moving. Have almost been hit a few times when it just stops
ODI 11218520
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
-the sunroof will not always close all the way. It will reopen itself upon exiting -my car stalls often whenever i accelerate, it seems the gas has to "catch up" this uncomfortable/unsafe.) home. Also, it is embarrassing for my car to 'conk out'. - i am
ODI 11192272
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering · Unknown Or Other
After filling up with fuel my charger will stall. It has happened 5 or 6 separate occasions over the past 2 years. I generally do not fill the car up all the way because of this. However just today i had the same problem after accidentally filling it. I do not top off the car when filling once the nozzle clicks off i stop. Today after getting gas i went to pull out into traffic and the car stalled. The power…
ODI 11171942
Electrical System · Engine
My son's car caught fire after he had parked it for the night. After 10 minutes he was called at his apartment by a friend who told him his car was on fire. There were no warning signs whatsoever. No warning lights, unusual smells, or hints of impending doom for his car.
Fire reported
ODI 11162122
Electrical System · Engine
Transmission and car computer are not working together properly, making the transmission shut off as i drive the car. Can happen at a red light, in the highway, even when it's parked. Brought it to several mechanics no one could fix it. Called the dealership and they claim no open recall but yet the car only has 89k miles. Was built wrong off the line if you ask me.
ODI 11102594
Electrical System
ENGINE SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING
ODI 11099455
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
There is something going on with the electrical system which causes the instrument cluster to completely shut down and lights to flicker when driving. Usually happens when car heater is on or driving for a long period of time. I have a video of the issue and showed it to cerritos dodge service department but they didnt acknowledge issue.
ODI 11062509
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Two years ago i had to replace the engine while driving the car all the lights came on and it lost power while driving at approximately 40 mph. Yesterday while on the highway going 65 mph the car lost power. This is very unsafe especially on the highway.
ODI 11055429
Electrical System · Interior Lighting
Theres seems to be a short in the electrical system which cause the instrument cluster to completely shut down and light to flicker when driving. Usually happens when car heater is on or driving for a long period of time. Dealer will not acknowledge issue very known problem on the internet boards with charger owners.
ODI 11042547
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled intermittently without warning. East carolina chrysler dodge jeep ram fiat (3401 s memorial dr, greenville, nc 27834, [redacted]) was notified. The vehicle was taken to multiple independent mechanics for diagnostic testing, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired and was not being driven.…
ODI 11205813
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Power Train
Takata recall bought my 2006 dodge charger last march had it for 3 days the engine blew. Replaced the engine with a v6 2008 2.7 with only 57000 . About 6 months after started to get the lightning bolt .then stalling with the lightning bolt while driving 55mph on the highway and in the city it also does it at stop signs and sometimes wont start back right away.. I have no codes no check engine light no warning. My…
ODI 11064514
Electrical System · Power Train
My 2006 dodge charger hemi police interceptor i purchased from the state of oregon at 137,000 randomly dies. The lightning bolt warning light comes on. The electronic throttle control code comes on. The car has been to the dealer and the pcm $750 has been replaced and the plugs $350 have been replaced as well. I also get tcm codes. My car has died at very dangerous times, when passing or merging into traffic. The…
ODI 10981323
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
The vehicle will stall at a stop sign or stop light. The lights will flicker and the gauges will go to the max amounts and then back to zero. The car restarts and runs fine after this happens, but it keeps reoccurring.
ODI 10966113
Electrical System · Engine
Car shuts down completely while driving. Check engine light comes on along with a red lighting bolt. Went to dodge dealership & they ran diagnostics no code came up. They did replace fuel tank from a previous recall. Got car back & immediately stalled again. Carried car back & they ran diagnostic while driving & code came up to replace computer. Replaced & programmed computer & car is still doing it. Dodge states…
ODI 10965878
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
2006 dodge charger. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle frequent stalling issues. *smd the consumer stated the dealer was never able to fix the issue. *jb
ODI 10939409
Air Bags · Electrical System
The occupant classification system was defective and failed to recognize a passenger was seated in the front seat during a crash. As a result, the passenger's airbag failed to deploy in a severe frontal impact collision. The vehicle was involved in a severe, direct frontal impact with another vehicle while traveling at highway speeds. The impact was severe, deformed frame rails and was directly frontal. The driver's…
Crash reported · 2 injuries · 1 death
ODI 11062044
Electrical System
The car stalled while i was driving at about 50-55 mph. Everything went out. Eventually the car started. Now, when i stop at a stop light or stop sign it stalls out. I have not received a warning light and i have had the vehicle checked with a computer. There are no lights on the dash indicating there is a problem.
ODI 10910013
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
2006 dodge charges with 5.7 hemi v8 - experiencing random stalling. Happens at any speed. Everything shuts off including the power steering and abs. First happened while merging onto freeway and i had to drive off the road to avoid a semi-truck. This happened with my young child in the vehicle. I had the gas tank, fuel canister, and purge valve replaced. The problem still occurs regardless of the amount of gas in…
ODI 10938831
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled after it was refueled. The contact also stated that all the warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be replicated. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000. The vin was not available. Updated 05/04/17*lj *cn
ODI 10957157
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. While driving unknown speeds or while parked, the vehicle stalled. All the instrument cluster warning indicators flashed and the vehicle automatically restarted. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 96,981.
ODI 11020202
Electrical System · Headlights · Interior Lighting
DASHBOARD GUAGE SO AND HEADLIGHTS LOSE POWER.
ODI 10934010