TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE STOPPED WORKING AND THE OIL LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF COMPLETELY AND HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIANS STATED THE VEHICLE HAD OVERHEATED; THE ENGINE WAS DAMAGED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THEY WOULD RET…
2006 Dodge Magnum engine problems
severe 67 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
67
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
I HAD JUST PICKED UP THE CAR IN QUESTION AFTER PURCHASING AT A USED CAR LOT THEN DROVE IT ABOUT 20 MILES BEFORE I STOPPED FOR FUEL AT WHICH TIME I FILLED THE TANK THEN AS I WENT TO PULL OUT INTO THE LANE OF TRAFFIC AND BEGAN TO PICK UP SPEED AND AT ABOUT 30 MPH THE CAR BEGAN STUTTERING THEN IT DIED. LUCKILY IT STARTED UP BEFORE THE CARS COMING HIT ME. I HAVE SINCE FILED IT UP SEVERAL TIMES BEFOR…
AFTER REFUELING MY 2006 DODGE MAGNUM STALLED REPEATEDLY. RESTARTING THE CAR WAS VERY DIFFICULT. MOST OF THE STALLING EPISODES OCCURRED WHEN THE CAR WAS AT A STANDSTILL OR MOVING AT 5 MPH OR LESS. IT ALSO STUMBLED BADLY WHEN DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH. ONE OF HE STALLING EPISODES LEFT ME STRANDED FOR A SHORT WHILE IN A BUSY INTERSECTION CAUSING A TRAFFIC JAM AND CREATING A VERY DANGEROUS SITUA…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE MAGNUM. THE ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN ILLUMINATING THREE MONTHS AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ENGINE AND THE OIL PUMP CAUSED THE FAILURE AND BOTH COMPONENTS WERE REPAIRED. CURRENTLY, THE TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING GEARS AND THE VEHICLE WILL NO LONGER SHIFT INTO REVERSE. THE POWERTRAIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 50,738 AND FAILURE…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2006 Dodge Magnum?
It's a meaningful issue. 67 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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