2006 Dodge Charger Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 1%of 1,294 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 21,120miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the body and structure of the 2006 Dodge Charger, 1% of the 1,294 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 21,120 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was in route home and stopped to get fuel and proceeded on my route when my vehicle completely stalled with no use of breaks or steering available. In attempt to gain control of the vehicle I crashed into a ditch. End resulted in me with my insurance company totaling out my vehicle. I had no means of transportation and at complete loss of a vehicle that I finally was thru paying for!! I wish someone will help me and my family the loss of this vehicle took a great toll on my family! I contacted the dealerships and even lawyers!”
NHTSA complaint #10745979, filed 2015-08, 57,005 miles“I was in the center lane of traffic when I noticed a car coming up from behind me. To avoid getting hit I attempted to throttle down on the gas pedal to pass a car in the slow lane and get in front of him to avoid the speeder coming up behind me. In doing so I heard a snapping sound. I was able to get in the right lane(slow lane) and pull into a restaurant parking lot. I got out of my car and to my amazement saw my entire gas pedal assembly lying on the floor of my car. …”
NHTSA complaint #10197434, filed 2007-07, 7,800 miles“The driver's side seat belt fails to retract completely, causing the metal clip to get caught in the door well when the door is closed. The clip wedges the door shut and the door cannot be opened from inside, trapping the driver inside the car. The door can be opened from outside with considerable effort. Dents remain in the door well as evidence of the clip wedging the door shut. This has happened 4 times. Date of the first incidence and mileage are estimated.”
NHTSA complaint #10762808, filed 2015-09, 80,000 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Charger. The contact purchased his vehicle used from the dealer on march 9, 2009. Three days later, the front wheels began to shimmy badly and the trunk leaks when it rains. He took the vehicle back to the dealer and they stated that they could not balance the wheels on the front end. He was advised to visit a Dodge dealer; however, Dodge could not balance the wheels as well. Currenlty, the Dodge dealer is attempting to repair the trunk issue and possibly the wheels again. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 21,120.”
NHTSA complaint #10262801, filed 2009-03, 21,120 miles“2006 Dodge Charger. Consumer writes in regards to faulty ignition switch. The consumer stated the vehicle had a transmission leak, and it shuddered, the sun roof rattled and the side trim fell off. A former transmission specialist, informed the consumer, the condensation drain for the air condition dripped onto the transmission and pooled around the transmission filler tube. When the vehicle reached a 140,000 miles, it began emitting white smoke, to the point where the consumer was unable to see out of his rear view mirror. …”
NHTSA complaint #10608358, filed 2014-07Related service bulletins
- 10175743Apr 30, 2020Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use 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…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 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…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 3% |
| 2020 | 2 | 3% |
| 2019 | 7 | 6% |
| 2018 | 19 | 16% |
| 2017 | 20 | 16% |
| 2016 | 53 | 29% |
| 2015 | 4 | 3% |
| 2014 | 16 | 5% |
| 2013 | 10 | 3% |
| 2012 | 11 | 2% |
| 2011 | 12 | 2% |
| 2010 | 9 | 4% |
| 2009 | 4 | 2% |
| 2008 | 9 | 1% |
| 2007 | 3 | 1% |
| 2006 | 7 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2006 Dodge Charger
516 complaintsEngine
388 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
218 complaintsElectrical system
145 complaintsBrakes
124 complaintsAir bags
103 complaintsSteering
89 complaintsEngine cooling
63 complaintsVehicle speed control
52 complaintsOther or unknown
49 complaintsSuspension
27 complaintsExterior lighting
20 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Dodge Charger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology