Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2006 Dodge Charger owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I HAVE A DODGE CHARGER RT 2006 HEMI. I WAS COMMING OFF THER HIGHWAY . AFTER TAKING THE EXIT RAMP I WAS HEADING TO A RED LIGHT MY BREAKS FAILED! I HAD NO BREAKS AT ALL SUDDENLY CAUSING MY CAR TO CRASH INTO THE CAR AT THE LIGHT. MY CAR THEN TRAVELED BACKWARDS WITHOUT BREAKS. THE POLICE DID ARRIVE ON SCENE. THE GUY IN OTHER CAR THOUGHT I FELL ASLEEP AS MY CAR DIDNT EVEN SKID. I HAD TO GO IN TH EAMBULANCE AND HOSPITAL SAID I HAD A CONCUSSION. I HAD INSURANCE SINCE BUYING THE DODGE SECOND HAND BUT, DUE TO WRONG INFO MY INCURANCE WAS CANCELLED. IN nh you dont have to have insurance but now im left with my car in need of serios repair!! im devastated. i had no issue to say i was at risk for break issues.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the there was an abnormal noise coming from the brakes and there was an abnormal smell near the tie rod. In addition, the vehicle could not be shifted out of park. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the tie rod needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V313000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 59,300.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH the contact smell burning fumes inside the vehicle. The contact merged to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle and notice a fire on the passenger side headlight. The fire department was call to put out the fire. The vehicle was destroyed due to the fire. Upon investigating the cause of the fire, the fire marshall stated the ABS system caused the fire. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 50,000.
Dt*: the contact stated while entering traffic at 35 MPH, the brake pedal was applied and the vehicle did not slow down. The vehicle was downshifted to second, and then first gear. At the next exit, the vehicle came to a stop on an incline. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed flames coming out of the brake well on the front passenger side. The vehicle was coasted into an independent repair shop, who determined the ABS failed and all four brakes were white hot. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, but no report was given.
I was approaching a stop light and applied my brakes to stop. I felt my brakes slipping as if they were pressing fully to the floor not stopping my vehicle. In result I rear ended another vehicle and that chain reacted hitting another vehicle. I took my vehicle to a brake specialist and they diagnosed the problem being the brakes needed replaced and 2 rotors needed resurfaced. My vehicle is a 2006 model. I've made the dealer aware of what happened and they said the problem will be fixed upon their diagnosis as well.
I was driving my car on 1/1/2015 and it just cut off and wouldn't crank back, I was glad I was turning on my street, and the back right e- brakes came apart and tore up, when I also make a right or left turn the steering section makes a funny noise, and the engine light will not cut off. I am on disability and receive very low income of $721 and I am taking care of two children out of that and I am 59 years old, so can you all please help me get my car back on the road, please.
Has anyone else had issues with their brakes seeming to lock up and airbag light in dash coming on after r25 recall repair???? Dealer refuses to address these problems without me paying for diagnositics to be run first & I don't have $100+ to pay out of pocket. These issues started the day I drove it home after getting the recall repaired.... .. Help?!?!! I paid for new brakes bc I figured it could be strictly coincidence, but the light & beeping too?!? No way!!!!
After I filled up on gas I drove out of the station and a block later while traveling 35 MPH my car completely turned off and the oil light came on. I could not steer or brake. I got out of the road put it in park and it started right up. I decided to drive two blocks farther to the oil change place and it did it again just died while driving down a busy street but started right up. I took it to a mechanic who could not find any codes or any problems.
Dt: the consumer states while driving at 40 MPH the ABS failed to activate. The vehicle skidded off the road and into several trees. Upon impact, the frontal and side/curtain airbags failed to deploy. The contact felt it was a traction control problem. The ABS failed once before. There have been no repairs made at this time. Updated 12/07/05.
My car shuts off when sitting in traffic also car does not cut back on until after 3 tries its also shut off after u put gas in the car in stall at idle it also shuts down sometime while driving I have a daughter who is only 6 this is very dangerous for call to shut off in traffic I'm scared don't no what to do or why I'm have in this problem.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.7 liter engines and mk25e braking systems May exhibit inadequate clearance between the rear brake tubes and the exhaust gas recirculation tube.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear brake tubes for damage and replace them free of charge. A clip will also be installed to secure the brake tubes to the right front shock tower to maintain proper clearance to the exhaust…
Brake complaints in other Charger years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2006 Dodge Charger?
NHTSA has 124 complaints about the brakes of the 2006 Dodge Charger, 10% of the model year's 1,294 complaints. The component named most often is foundation components › disc › rotor (44 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2006 Dodge Charger brake problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 06V-149 (service brakes, hydraulic, May 3, 2006). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2006 Dodge Charger brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 13,000 miles, and 68% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 2 fires and 1 injury to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.