2006 Dodge Charger Power Train Problems
- 161
- 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.
What owners report
- Automatic Transmission · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 71 |
| 30–60k mi | 28 |
| 100–150k mi | 25 |
| 1–30k mi | 12 |
| 150–400k mi | 11 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
I was driving my vehicle and it started smoking i pulled over . Called mechanic had it towed to the shop where he later told me the motor was blown . Second incident there's a beeping sound and all my gauges keeping going crazy on me .third incident that pink piece inside the gear shift actual was stuck and came lose so it was removed and the car is able to be put into gear . *tr
ODI 10503071
Power Train
The shifter selector is stuck in the "park" position. A small plastic part breaks underneath the shift selector causing the malfunction. This is a common problem on chrysler 300, dodge magnum, and charger. A recall was issued only on some 2005-2007 models. It is the same problem for all of these cars yet why is only some vins covered? There is various aftermarket replacements made of metal as the original should…
ODI 10470132
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. The contact stated that the shifter could not be engaged in any gear. The contact had her foot on the brake pedal however the shifter still would not move. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 75,000.
ODI 10468497
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. The contact stated that the gear shifter became stuck in park. The contact spoke with the manufacturer in regard to nhtsa campaign id number: 08v583000 (power train) but the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall campaign. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 92,740. *tr
ODI 10508665
Power Train · Service Brakes
The gear shifter was in park position and there it stayed was unable to shift gear to anything and had to take the console around the lever apart to shift gears. And the brakes squeak all the time even after having them replaced and the rotors replaced as well as the struts. Chrysler they say car is not part of the ones that they will fix the shifter on. Am mad enough over a 69 cent pink plastic part to want to…
ODI 10508650
Power Train
I pulled over on the side of the road to pick up something that had fallen into the floor and put my car in park. The when i started to put the car back in drive the gear shift was locked and would not move. There was no indication that this was about to happen. I was out on the side of the road alone and my car wouldn't go into drive or even leave park. Since it was sunday and dodge dealers are closed. Its hot…
ODI 10467112
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
I got off work started car put on seat belt. Put foot on brake and tried to move gear shift it wouldnt move out of park. There are so many complaints of this issue. *tr
ODI 10466553
Power Train
The car was parked outside, and when i went to drive the vehicle, it would not shift out of park. The gearshift (located in the center console) was locked in place, despite the vehicle starting up and the engine running properly. After researching the problem, it was discovered that the pink, plastic "transmission gear shift interlock return spring hook" was broken and needed to be replaced. Since my car is a 2006…
ODI 10464760
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. The contact stated that the transmission interlock lever broke, causing the gear shift to be locked into park. The vehicle was no longer driveable. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vin was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 08v583000 (power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column…
ODI 10464752
Power Train
Wife was trying to go to work, started the car no problems, and the car would not shift out of park. I did a internet search and found out it was probably "the pink thingy" park lockout, which is a common problem with chrysler especially years 2005-2007. I was able to get it to the dealership and informed them it was the pink thing. The service rep looked at me and said "oh! You know about that." informed me it is…
ODI 10463345
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. While parked, the contact attempted to move the gear shifter from park to drive and was unable to do so. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic stated that the gear shifter assembly would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
ODI 10457107
Power Train
I have a 2006 dodge charger r/t hemi. I have had this car for 5 1/2 years. It only has about 47,000, don't drive it much, but it has start giving me problems. Today, i almost got rear ended by a semi truck because my car shut off at the red light and the light turned green and the car would not go into gear.this was on the way back to the shop.. I took it to the shop last month on march 7, 2012, to have it fixed,…
ODI 10454626
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. After starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the column shifter would not shift out of the park gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 08v583000 (power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift). No repairs were made to the vehicle. The current and the…
ODI 10453940
Power Train
On feb. 27th, 2012, i started my car in an attempt to drive to work. The car started up fine. I tried to shift from the park position to reverse, but the car would not shift into any other gear - it was stuck on park. I followed the instructions in the manual which advised to press the override switch located in the compartment near the shifter. This did not work. Instead, i had to tow my car to the nearest auto…
ODI 10449543
Power Train
Started the car, put my foot on the brake and proceeded to shift the gear into drive. My gear shift would not move out of park after multiple attempts, force and effort. Called aaa and when the aaa driver came i explained to him that my gear shift would not come out of park. The driver explained to me that he gets over 100 calls a week for this problem. The driver removed the top off of my gear case and showed me…
ODI 10458190
Power Train · Steering
I was ready to leave work for the night and my car would not shift out of park we tried to use the emergency release button on the side of the gear shift but it didn't work.i called a mechanic and he came out googled the problem and saw that it may have been a shifter assembly defect,as he looked at the assembly there was noted to b a cable wire the was also dislodged,he advised me to have the car towed to a dodge…
ODI 10509089
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I have a 2006 dodge charger rt 5.7l hemi. I just recently purchased this car. At times when i am accelerating quickly or press wide open throttle the vehicle shuts off for a second and then cuts right back on. The check engine light comes on as well as the lightning bolt icon flashes and i also hear a chime as well. The rpms drop all the way to zero as if it is stalling and losing all power but immediately cuts…
ODI 10452208
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger r/t. The contact stated that she started the vehicle and attempted to shift out of park, but the gear shift would not shift out of park. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and they stated that the gear shift clip fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was…
ODI 10447736
Power Train
Gear shifter was put in park would not come out of park could not put it in gear, 2007 and 2008 has been recalled for that problem and service has been accommodated at dealership. *tr
ODI 10443474
Power Train
Vehicle will not come out of park due to failed shift interlock mechanism. Shift interlock fails due to a 1/8 inch tab breaking off and releasing the spring not allowing the driver to take the vehicle out of park. The vehicle still starts but will not move. This problem will make it appear this something wrong with the vehicles transmission. This has happened with several dodge charger(s) and chrysler 300 vehicles.…
ODI 10440470
Power Train
When engaged in park, will not disengage, even with use of emergency release detent. Will only release with use of hidden release at front of shifter, and if reengaged into park, will reoccur. *tr
ODI 10440819
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and would not shift into gear. The contact called a tow truck to have the vehicle moved. The tow truck driver was able to remove the gear shift cover to unlock the gear shift. The contact was then able to drive the vehicle home. The dealer and manufacture were notified, but the vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage…
ODI 10438578
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge charger. The contact started the vehicle and the gear lever failed to shift from park to drive. After waiting a few moments, the gear shift cable was slightly moved into a different position in order for the gear to shift correctly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised the contact of a recall under nhtsa campaign id number 08v583000 (power train: automatic…
ODI 10435580
Electrical System · Power Train
While attempting to accelerate the car will fail hesitate in the 5.7l hemi. Also the check engine light flashes and the notification sounds beeps. Check engine light does not remain on. Failure to accelerate in any circumstances can result in collision including serious bodily injury or death. Upon doing research (you can google this easily) this is a common problem associated with the powertrain control module…
ODI 10451023
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Recently i started having an issue with my charger. Upon entering a high way and attempting to merge with traffic during morning rush hour, my car lost all power upon acceleration. The engine did not stall but the tachometer dropped to near zero, the engine light and power light flashed briefly and then returned to normal. I attempted to accelerate again and same thing happened. Fortunately i was able to avoid a…
ODI 10440193