2006 Dodge Charger Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 145about this part
- Share
- 11%of 1,294 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 91,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 145 complaints about the electrical system of the 2006 Dodge Charger, 11% of the 1,294 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 91,000 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved and 5 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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.”
NHTSA complaint #11279224, filed 2019-11, 194,000 miles“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.”
NHTSA complaint #11102594, filed 2018-06, 88,973 miles“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.”
NHTSA complaint #11299669, filed 2020-01, 126,347 miles“My car shuts off when sitting in traffic also car does not cut back on until after 3 tries its also shut off after u put gas in the car in stall at idle it also shuts down sometime while driving I have a daughter who is only 6 this is very dangerous for call to shut off in traffic I'm scared don't no what to do or why I'm have in this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10701547, filed 2015-03, 208,456 miles“My 2006 Dodge Charger rt v8 5.7 keep stalling after I put gas in and shut off while I'm driving and when I pull over and it start right back up I'm really concerned about my safety because it done that multiple times on my way to work and after work”
NHTSA complaint #11363807, filed 2020-10, 20 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10229256Jul 22, 2020KEY, 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…
- 10221686Jul 22, 2020KEY, 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…
- 10175735Apr 22, 2020Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and…
- 10062714Aug 21, 2014Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10136468Nov 29, 2012Drivers And/Or Passenger Front Power Door Locks And Windows Inoperative U0200 Lost Communication With Passengers Door Module U0199 Lost Communication With Drivers Door Module…
- 10019782Dec 19, 2006Map sensor causing dtc's p0652, p0340, p2127 and c121c.
- 10022215Dec 5, 2006Instrument panel resets if driver exits vehicle with the engine running or ignition in the run position.
- 10020092May 13, 2006Flash: mil illumination at start-up due to dtc p2112 or p1521.
- 10019943Apr 1, 2006Due to a software issue in the fcm, some vehicles may exhibit illuminated approach, fog lamps and/or rear wiper operation.
- 10019526Feb 8, 2006Police vehicle upfit/modification information.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10 | 38% |
| 2022 | 4 | 25% |
| 2021 | 2 | 6% |
| 2020 | 7 | 12% |
| 2019 | 22 | 18% |
| 2018 | 45 | 37% |
| 2017 | 48 | 38% |
| 2016 | 25 | 14% |
| 2015 | 22 | 16% |
| 2014 | 109 | 32% |
| 2013 | 167 | 46% |
| 2012 | 359 | 55% |
| 2011 | 395 | 57% |
| 2010 | 74 | 32% |
| 2009 | 45 | 26% |
| 2008 | 391 | 64% |
| 2007 | 50 | 9% |
| 2006 | 145 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2006 Dodge Charger
516 complaintsEngine
388 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
218 complaintsBrakes
124 complaintsAir bags
103 complaintsSteering
89 complaintsEngine cooling
63 complaintsVehicle speed control
52 complaintsOther or unknown
49 complaintsSuspension
27 complaintsExterior lighting
20 complaintsElectronic stability control
16 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Dodge Charger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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