Used 2006 Dodge Charger Sedan Consumer Reviews
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Fun but many drawbacks
James Smythe, 12/29/2015
updated 01/27/2020
2006 Dodge Charger RT 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
18 of 23 people found this review helpful
I have had this vehicle for over two years now and drive it consistently. Be prepared to buy brakes and rotors on a constant basis. Look up this issue on the internet. Dodge put small, two piston calipers on a 4000 # car, causing it to warp rotors at a rapid rate unless you buy top of the line pads and replacement rotors. The lug nut design is set up in a way that you have to hammer a socket onto the caps to get them off, destroying them in the process. Once they're all off, you can remove the lug nuts, then the tire. So good luck if you get a flat and have to change it. It is an extra $38 every time my tires come off because I have to replace the caps. The car could have a lot of power, but the computer takes over and effectively destroys any throttle response. When shifting into Drive, if you step on the gas the vehicle will literally sit and do nothing for two seconds, then all of a sudden decide to go somewhere. All in all, the vehicle is fun to drive for a short time, but get rid of it before 80k miles when things begin to break. From 90k miles to 100k, I lost my A/C compressor, several dash and knob lights, CD player and oil sender unit. UPDATE I have just hit 150k miles. The engine is very solid and has not let me down yet. Unfortunately, several design flaws, most of which listed above, have cost me some money. All of the issues can be fixed by replacing the stock parts with better versions, such as the rotors, shift lock lever and head unit/CD player. But why should I have to do that? Again, I cannot say enough about the 5.7 HEMI and transmission. They have both withstood my driving, which is saying something.
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Dream car turned worst nightmare!
K. Scott, 11/07/2009
2006 Dodge Charger SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I started having issues with my charger 1 year after I purchased, first my driver side window and door locking switches fell down in the door panel, then at 23,000 miles the car really fell apart. First I started to hear a loud noise while the air conditioner was on, then as I was in stop and go traffic when my air is on my car overheats, then I noticed a delay when trying to start the vehicle, then all my air vents popped off the dash. Now at 24,000 miles my shifter locked up in the park position of coarse just after the 3 year warranty has expired. The only assistance dodge will offer is an extended warranty for $1400.00 for 50% off parts and labor.
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Excellent car!
love my charger, 10/11/2010
2006 Dodge Charger RT 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I had never owned a Dodge product prior to this, was always a Chevy guy. This car takes the cake. A rear drive, powerful, affordable car! I had a small transmission fluid leak at approx 29,000, but that was a seal. Fuel mileage is very respectable for a car with almost 400 hp. Seats are quite comfortable. Took the car on a 4000 mile road trip with my then 13 yr tall son and dad. Everyone stayed comfortable. I have not seen the tire problems listed w what seem to be the SE Chargers. Stereo very nice. I have a K&N filter, and a part of flowmasters for exhaust (so it's not quiet any more). Paint has held up very well. In snow this is a little tricky to drive. All in all I love this car.
well, it Looks Cool! But Eh...
rickyryan, 12/08/2012
2006 Dodge Charger RT 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
It looks good, it feels good. So good!.until you let the charger run at idle for 10 minutes in your drive way, and bye bye sweet machine. i have an 06' charger R/T. At 92,000 miles(always babied) my radiator fans failed, causing the motor to heat up so quickly at idle it dropped not one, but two valve seats,Quickly destroying all that was my HEMI. $4,000 later, i'm still having issues with sticky lifters, my flex disk in the rear end snapped, new tie rod needed in the front, starter is bad. Disappointing seeing that Dodge has always been a favorite for me. Just be cautious if you purchase one. I know ever car is different(even being the same model)but still..beware code P0300! Random Misfire
Great Car
tom, 11/29/2006
2006 Dodge Charger RT 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
What a fun car to drive. Good milaege also. While cruising 55 to 60 mph no problem seeing 28 mpg with the 350 hp Hemi