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Dodge Magnum recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaigns and 1,163 owner complaints for the Dodge Magnum, covering model years 2003 to 2009. The 2005 model year drew the most complaints (638), and Power Train is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 13 recall campaigns on file
  • 1,163 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 6 model years with data (2003–2009)
  • most complaints: 2005 (638 for that model year)
  • top component: Power Train (235 complaints)
  • latest recall 16V352000 (reported May 24, 2016)
  • 47 complaints reporting a crash (4.0%)
  • 14 complaints reporting a fire (1.2%)
  • 41 complaints reporting an injury (3.5%)
  • 2 complaints reporting a death (0.2%)

Dodge Magnum complaints by model year

6 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2005 model year has the most complaints: 638 of 1,163, or 54.9%. Next come 2006 (321) and 2007 (108). The fewest are for 2009, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Dodge Magnum owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2003–2009Column chart of 1,163 complaints across 7 model years. The highest is 2005 with 638. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2003: 2 complaints220032004: 0 complaints20042005: 638 complaints63820052006: 321 complaints32120062007: 108 complaints10820072008: 93 complaints9320082009: 1 complaint12009
Dodge Magnum complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Dodge Magnum complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200320000
2005638229241
2006321162121
20071087350
2008932000
200910000
All model years1,1634714412

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Dodge Magnum components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Power Train is the component named most often, in 235 complaints (20.2% of all 1,163), followed by Air Bags (221) and Engine (195).

Components named most often in Dodge Magnum complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Dodge Magnum complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Power Train23520.2%
Air Bags22119.0%
Engine19516.8%
Fuel/Propulsion System16013.8%
Electrical System15813.6%
Fuel System, Gasoline1028.8%
Steering786.7%
Suspension645.5%
Engine and Engine Cooling635.4%
Tires443.8%
Unknown or Other423.6%
Structure322.8%
Vehicle Speed Control262.2%
Exterior Lighting232.0%
Service Brakes171.5%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Dodge Magnum recalls

13 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Magnum, newest first. The 13 campaigns cover model years 2005 to 2009. The 2005 model year appears in the most campaigns (7).

  • 13 recall campaigns
  • 2 “Do Not Drive” advisories
Dodge Magnum recall campaigns covering each model year
2005: 7 campaigns2006: 5 campaigns2007: 5 campaigns2008: 5 campaigns2009: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 16V352000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module

    Model years 2005–2008

    NHTSA “Do Not Drive” advisory: affected vehicles should not be driven until the recall repair is done.

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., il, in, KS, ky, MD, mo, ne, NV, NJ, NM, NC, oh, ok, pa, TN, va, and WV, or "Zone b." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.

    Consequence:
    These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  2. NHTSA campaign 15V313000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

    Model years 2005–2008

    NHTSA “Do Not Drive” advisory: affected vehicles should not be driven until the recall repair is done.

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  3. NHTSA campaign 14V770000

    Reported

    Air Bags

    Model year 2005

    Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500, 2004-2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Chrysler 300, 300C and 300 SRT8 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa are addressed by this recall. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger’s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. For vehicles that were sold, or are currently registered, in Florida, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, owners were notified and the recall began on December 5, 2014. For all other vehicles, Chrysler notified owners and the recall began on February 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P40 Expanded. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 16V-352. This recall superseded the passenger air bag portion of recall 14V-354.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  4. NHTSA campaign 14V567000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Ignition

    Model year 2008

    Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Magnum vehicles manufactured May 23, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 24, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured April 3, 2007, to May 12, 2008, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured March 21, 2007, to May 12, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the ignition key (FOBIK) may not return to the "ON" position after being rotated to the "START" position, instead sticking between the two positions. Potentially, while the vehicle is being driven, the ignition may inadvertently move through the "RUN" position to the "ACCESSORY" or "OFF" ignition position, turning off the engine.

    Consequence:
    If the ignition stays between "START" and "ON" positions it could cause loss of certain electrical functions. If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the "OFF" or "ACCESSORY" position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P57.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  5. NHTSA campaign 08V583000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever and Linkage › Column Shift

    Model years 2006–2009

    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 cable may become disengaged from the steering column mounting bracket and cause an incorrect transmission gearshift position display.

    Consequence:
    This could allow the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction startling the driver, and cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will add a redundant locking mechanism to the gearshift cable at the mounting bracket to ensure proper retention and shift linkage function. The recall began on November 10, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  6. NHTSA campaign 08V295000

    Reported

    Power Train › Axle Hubs

    Model year 2008

    Chrysler is recalling 5,509 MY 2008 300, Dodge Magnum, and charger vehicles. The torque retention crimp feature was missed during the manufacture of one lot of rear axle hub nuts. This could cause the nuts to loosen and allow the halfshaft to disengage from the wheel hub.

    Consequence:
    This could cause the vehicle to lose power and result in a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the rear axle hub nuts. The recall began on July 21, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  7. NHTSA campaign 06V493000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module

    Model year 2007

    On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.

    Consequence:
    This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on February 19, 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  8. NHTSA campaign 06V341000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model year 2007

    On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 mph and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.

    Consequence:
    If the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on October 2, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  9. NHTSA campaign 06V149000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic

    Model year 2006

    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. Contact between the brake tubes and exhaust gas recirculation tube over an extended period of time may cause the brake tubes to wear through and cause a brake fluid leak.

    Consequence:
    This can result in a decrease of braking force and the potential for an engine compartment fire.
    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 gas recirculation tube. The recall began on June 26, 2006. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  10. NHTSA campaign 05V460000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model years 2005–2006

    On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42RLE automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.

    Consequence:
    If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on November 28, 2005. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Show 3 more recalls

  1. NHTSA campaign 04V334000

    Reported

    Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery › Cables

    Model year 2005

    On certain passenger vehicles, the battery cable fasteners at the bulkhead stud may not have been properly tightened.

    Consequence:
    A loose fastener can cause an instrument panel fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will tighten the bulkhead stud battery cable fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began on July 6, 2004. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  2. NHTSA campaign 04V335000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Front

    Model year 2005

    On certain passenger vehicles, the front shoulder belt adjustable turning loop (atl) bolts may not have been properly tightened.

    Consequence:
    This could cause shoulder belt separation in certain crash conditions, which can increase the risk of injury to front seat occupants.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will tighten the shoulder belt adjuster turning loop bolts to the proper specification. Owner notification began on July 6, 2004. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

  3. NHTSA campaign 04V333000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Rear/Other

    Model year 2005

    On certain passenger vehicles, a spot welding operation for the rear floorpan reinforcement may not have been performed.

    Consequence:
    This could cause the rear seat belt anchors and/or the child seat anchors to separate in certain crash conditions, which can increase the risk of injury to rear seat passengers.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the rear floorpan reinforcement for missing welds and install structural rivets if necessary. Owner notification began on July 6, 2004. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Dodge Magnum questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Dodge Magnum have?

NHTSA lists 13 vehicle recall campaigns for the Dodge Magnum, covering model years 2003 to 2009. The most recent, 16V352000, was reported on May 24, 2016 and is filed under “Air bags”. The 2005 model year is covered by the most campaigns (7).

Which Dodge Magnum model year has the most complaints?

The 2005 model year, with 638 of the 1,163 complaints in NHTSA’s file (54.9%). The next are 2006 (321) and 2007 (108). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Dodge Magnum complaint?

Power Train is the component named most often: 235 complaints, or 20.2% of all 1,163. Air Bags (221) and Engine (195) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Dodge Magnum?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Dodge dealer.

How many Dodge Magnum complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 1,163 complaints, 47 report a crash, 14 a fire, 41 at least one injury and 2 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.