Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2006 Dodge Magnum owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Magnum. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power while coming to a stop. Additionally, the vehicle lost motive power after refueling. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Action Number: PE13016 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 109,886.
This is the second time I have been stuck on the side of the road showing that my car has a quarter tank of gas and it just dies on me. I was rescued with some fuel and it started right back up again. Upon checking for recalls for this issue, I came across some 2005 to 2006 Dodge magnums or chargers with fuel tank recalls. I called Chrysler and they are saying my vin does not apply to the fuel tank recall. How is it, I am having the same exact issue as those vin's affected by this recall. I think it is something to look into. I have gone on Dodge forums and read people's stories about the same issue as I am having and I am sure they are unaware of the steps they can take with the NHTSA to file a complaint where an investigation could be imminent. Please advise. This has happened more than once so now I consider an empty tank when I am at a quarter tank reading on my gas meter.
The engine in my 2006 dodge Magnum has begun stalling out after fueling precisely as described in NHTSA action number PE13016. The first time it happened I was in the middle of a U-turn at a busy intersection. The engine died and I lost power steering and power brakes. I was able to brute-force the steering wheel and narrowly avoided hopping the curb and hitting the light pole on the corner. This light pole might have just as easily been a pedestrian. I called my local Dodge dealer (Ontario Dodge, Ontario California) to explain the problem and arrange to bring the car in. I let them know that I was aware that this issue was addressed under NHTSA action number PE13016 and should be covered under the lifetime warranty extension. I was told by the service adviser that I am required to drop off my car and that it would be 7-10 days before they would look at it. …
My car stalls with a full tank of gas. The stall occurs after slowing down and coming to a stop. After placing the car in park and trying several times to start the car, the engine finally starts. I put it into drive, but it doesn't engage immediately. I then have to repeat by turning the car off and going thru the start and engage several times. This has happened several times while driving on the road with cars behind me. I get real panicky and don't feel at all safe with this situation. I noticed the connection between the full tank and the stalling after quite some time as the owner of the vehicle. I did some online research to find that many other owners have the same problem with the 300, charger and Magnum. I've also read articles online stating that you investigated the issue and found Chrysler at fault. With this finding, I would like Chrysler to fix the problem. …
On several occasions, I have filled the fuel tank and when attempting to leave, the engine has stalled, sometimes in the parking lot of the gas station, other times attempting to stall but not cutting off, while driving on the road. I have been able to start the car when it has cut off in the parking lot, and if it stalled while driving, I have been able to keep it running by "feathering" the accelerator until it starts to run normally. I have read similar complaints about other owners with similar vehicles to mine, each having the 6.1l Hemi engine or the 5.7 Hemi. It appears that I May have the same problem, where the fuel shut-off float fails to perform properly. I read that the NHTSA pe13016 was issued that relates to this problem. I cannot provide a specific date since I no longer fill the tank. (note that I haven't had the problem unless I have filled the tank. …
I have owned this 2006 Dodge Magnum se v6 2.7l from new, bought in April 2006, the problem I'm having is with the car stalling, without any notice, happening today when turning left at a stop light and starting uphill. I was able to restart the car after pulling to the right without power, coming to a stop, putting the car in park, and restarting. I made it back home, but the car has been cranking over and not starting when in my garage, this after filling up with gas. I've had this issue happen before from 2006 onward to today, only a few times a year, and changed out the fuel pump relay each time and thought that was the problem, but the car has never stalled while driving before now, only when sitting at a light or stop sign after filling up the tank. The car only has 73,000 miles now after 13 years, I always baby the car and it still looks new. Thanks for any help with this matter
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Magnum. When the contact filled up the tank, he noticed that the top of the fuel tank was defective. The fuel tank top (the malfunction control valve) allowed fuel to leak into the purge line, which caused the engine to stall in traffic. Central florida Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (8675 commodity cir, orlando, fl 32819, [phone]) stated that the vehicle met the criteria for technical service bulletin: 14-002-14 issued on April 22, 2014; however, the VIN was not included and the contact was denied coverage for the repairs. The manufacturer stated that the coverage was excluded for the vehicle and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 40,000. Consumer stated fuel tank failed 2nd time in June of 2019 at 112,000 miles and had a lifetime part warranty on it. Consumer stated the 1st recall has been honored.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Magnum. The contact stated that when the fuel tank was full, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that at a half tank the failure was not experienced. The contact inspected the vehicle himself and found that the fuel tank was defective. The contact stated that the fuel tank integral multi-functional control valve failed to operate as designed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer provided TSB 14-002-14 regarding the engine stall following fuel tank fill up. The contact was made aware of the manufacturer's x53 lifetime warranty extension. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000.
Here we are 15 months later and only 2,330 miles from my last complaint about my 2006 Dodge Magnum stalling after a fuel fill up or when turning left, it happened yet again today, I know there is a current fuel tank recall for 2005 - 2006 Dodge charger, Magnum & Chrysler 300's with the v8 5.7l & 6.1l, yet nothing for the v6 2.7l & 3.5l, why? They all use the same exact gas tank, which have been proven to be defective, I;m the original owner of this car and it still only have 76,233 miles, so it should be covered but is not, please expand this recall x53 to cover all magnums and chargers and Chrysler 300s....we v6 owners should also have a voice in our own safety and recalls when our cars all use the same gas tanks
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Magnum. After fueling the vehicle and traveling approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle started to hesitate and shut off. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. After driving approximately one block, the failure recurred. An independent mechanic was able to restart the vehicle and it was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 58254079. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000.
NHTSA investigations
Engine Stall
During PE13-016, Chrysler identified a condition in model year (MY) 2005 through 2006 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and Magnum vehicles equipped with 5.7L and 6.1L 8-cylinder HEMI engines that may result in engine stall after refueling when the vehicle is stopped or travelling at low speeds.
Fuel System complaints in other Magnum years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2006 Dodge Magnum?
NHTSA has 112 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 35% of the model year's 321 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2006 Dodge Magnum fuel system problems?
No. NHTSA lists no fuel & propulsion system recall for the 2006 Dodge Magnum, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2006 Dodge Magnum fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 82,000 miles, and 3% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to fuel & propulsion system 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.