2006 Dodge Charger engine problems

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1. Filed Aug 26, 2026CTEngine

   I have a beautiful 2006 dodge daytona charger with 5.7L Hemi engine that has failed with 170,000 miles. It has been impeccably maintained with on time oil changes using Mobil 1 synthetic oil. The problem is the roller on the lifter for cylinder # 4 locked up and wiped the lobe off the camshaft...So now theres a misfire and the engine needs a rebuild! I know nothing lasts forever BUT.... most engines now a days make 200,000 no problem and most go well beyond that if…

   NHTSA complaint #11759741 · source
2. Filed Mar 28, 2026WAEngine

   I filled up my gas tank on way home from work in [XXX] . Once i got on on ramp to get on freeway my 2006 dodge charger stalled. I lost all power and barely was able to get to side of on ramp. I waited a couple minutes after shutting car off. Then it started up again for me to get home. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

   NHTSA complaint #11727650 · source
3. Filed Apr 18, 2025111,415 miDETowedEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   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 road. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart on several occasions and was towed to the residence. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where DTC: U0100 and P0700 were…

   NHTSA complaint #11655418 · source
4. Filed Mar 15, 2025COEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSteering

   My 2006 Dodge Charger stalls after refueling, and now stutters when driving as if not getting fuel. I have noticed when attempting to break and stopping at stops this is happening more often. The car shuts down and could cause a accident. After researching this issue I found that this has been addressed already under investigation number PE13-016 by the NHTSA.

   NHTSA complaint #11648462 · source
5. Filed Nov 9, 2023ILEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Valve in the top of the tank to release vapor through the purge system is stuck open allowing fuel in the system, is available for inspection. Car stalls while driving and at stops, stalled infront of ambulance. Has not been reproduced of confirmed by dealer, but it has happened everytime i fully refuel the car. Has not been inspected. No symptoms or warnings prior to issue occurring.

   NHTSA complaint #11554367 · source
6. Filed May 10, 2023MDEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   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 gasket set replaced. Four weeks later on 4/16/2023 a warning sign of a backwards meeting parenthesis with a lightening bolt between to the two backwards parenthesis showed up on my…

   NHTSA complaint #11521283 · source
7. Filed Nov 29, 2022PAEngine

   Car stalled after refueling, restarted pulled out stalled again a minute later. No warning lamps. Able to drive 15 miles home, parked it. Investigation # PE13-016

   NHTSA complaint #11495262 · source
8. Filed Sep 13, 2022136,004 miTXEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle started shaking, then lurch and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering and braking functionality. The contact was able to coast the vehicle off the side of the road. The contact stated that the check engine, ABS, and the throttle control warning lights were illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it…

   NHTSA complaint #11484234 · source
9. Filed Aug 29, 2022WIElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Car will stall and not start after filling with gas. After awhile car will run but shut off randomly. This can happen while driving. Car has been stuck at intersections and will stall even doing highway speeds. All lights will appear on dash engine car will lose all power. Small ding before it dies.

   NHTSA complaint #11481693 · source
10. Filed Jul 31, 2022OHEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    After filling up the car with fuel (93 octane) the car stalls after a couple of minutes. This has caused unsafe situations as the car has stalled in the middle of intersections and on the road. This has happened consistently after filling up. The car does not start immediately after stalling. After a couple of minutes post stall, I am able to restart the car. At times, the car studders while moving. This all happens after topping off with fuel. The vehicle has approximately…

    NHTSA complaint #11476805 · source
11. Filed Jul 6, 2022MIEngineAcceleration & Cruise ControlTransmission & Drivetrain

    My Dodge charger has 4 codes I can't figure out and one is a is a manufacturer code that popped up and lost connection to tcm and something to do with the fuel

    NHTSA complaint #11472626 · source
12. Filed Apr 19, 2022KYElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    PCM/ECM failure during driving. Caused entire vehicle to shut off during speeds as little as 20 or as high as 70 mph. Severe safety issue and potential for critical component damage to other parts of the vehicle! Warning tone and lamps do not appear until after the incident happens. And it has been confirmed by 3 consecutive car shops and dealers. Happens repeatedly, day to day.

    NHTSA complaint #11461362 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology