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2006 Dodge Magnum repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (8%)

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2006 Dodge Magnum transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (75%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Dodge Magnum 4dr Wagon

425-horsepower 6.1L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

10000 mi Loose connection at transmission causing a fluid leak 

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2006 Dodge Magnum 4dr Wagon

340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

45120 mi small transmission fluid leak 
1000 mi Transmission TSB, they replaced an o-ring. 
49000 mi

US $100
Rear axle seals leaked. They had been replaced before, in April, but if they're not seated perfectly, they will leak again. The return trip is due to incorrect installation the first time. 
5000 mi Transmission leak 
22000 mi CEL came on due to a pressure sensor in the transmission. Replaced sensor and reset CEL. 
48300 mi

US $120
replaced right rear half shaft and bearing, chasing down a vibration. Was bent due to inmproper towing. 
210 mi Replaced Valve Body, under Warranty. 

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2006 Dodge Magnum 4dr Wagon

340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

37200 mi Shudder from the torque converter clutch. Described in a TSB. 
59000 mi Transmission is slipping and not shifting correctly. Took to dealer, but could find any problem. 
82000 mi

US $100
Transmission is shifting very hard. Normally happens when car is cold. When it happens the entire care shakes and shudders. The hardest shift is from 2 to 1 (downshift) Dealer could not find the problem. 
125000 mi

US $1
broken CV housing and joint. 

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2006 Dodge Magnum Transmission Problems

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