2006 Dodge Charger - Maintenance & Specs
The 2006 Dodge Charger belongs to a Dodge Charger lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 11 model years, from 2006 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 5.7L V8, 2.7L, 3.5L. It is configured as rear-wheel drive with an automatic 4-spd. This 2006 car is the earliest model year on record for the Dodge Charger.
It takes 5W-20 full synthetic oil, 7.0 qt with a new filter. Fluid specs on file include HOAT coolant, DOT 4 brake fluid, ATF+4 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 20 ft-lb, lug nut 100 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around fuel/propulsion system (185), engine (143), power train (129). A representative report reads: "Severe rust under the car on frame and rear wheel wells. Looks likely unsafe to drive" There are 5 safety recalls on record; one covers: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 20,283 MY 2006-2009 CHARGER AND MAGNUM VEHICLES BUILT WITH THE POLICE PACKAGE AND EQUIPPED WITH A COLUMN SHIFTER. THE GEARSHIFT....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 18 city / 26 highway MPG, 21 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,100.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 7.0 qt |
| Oil filter | Mopar 68191349AC |
| EPA combined | 21 MPG |
| Tire size | 245/40R18 |
| Coolant | HOAT |
| Open recalls on record | 5 |
| Technical service bulletins | 41 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.