Magnum
Dodge Magnum: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.
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Dodge Magnum (2005–2008)2004–2008
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production | February 3, 2004 – September 25, 2008 |
| Model years | 2005–2008 |
| Body styles | 5-door station wagon |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive |
| Platform | Chrysler LX platform |
| Engines | 2,736.6 cm³ EER V6 3,523.2 cm³ EGG V6 5,653.5 cm³ EZB HEMI V8 6,063.2 cm³ ESF HEMI V8 |
| Transmissions | 4-speed 42RLE automatic 5-speed W5A580 automatic |
| Wheelbase | 3,048 mm |
| Length | 5,022 mm |
| Width | 1,882 mm |
| Height | 2005-07: 1,483 mm 2008: 1,481 mm SRT8: 1,471 mm |
| Class | Full-size |
| Assembly | Canada: Brampton, Ontario (Brampton Assembly) |
| Designer | Ralph Gilles (2001) Freeman Thomas (2001) |
Engines and transmissions
| Model years | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2008 | 2.7 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2005–2006, 2008 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2005–2008 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2006–2008 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2005–2008 | 5.7 L, 8 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2005–2008 | 5.7 L, 8 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (regular) |
| 2006–2008 | 6.1 L, 8 cyl | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | Petrol (premium) |
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Model years | Configuration | Combined | City | Highway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2008 | 2.7 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| 2005–2006, 2008 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 9.4–9.8 L/100 km |
| 2005–2008 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 13.1 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| 2006–2008 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| 2005–2008 | 5.7 L, 8 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive | 13.1 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| 2005–2008 | 5.7 L, 8 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 13.1 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| 2006–2008 | 6.1 L, 8 cyl · 5-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive | 15.7 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.
Key specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPA size class | SUV |
| Model years in EPA data | 2005–2008 |
| Powertrains | Petrol |
| Engine displacement | 2.7–6.1 L |
| Cylinders | 6, 8 |
| Transmission types | Automatic |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive |
| Fuel | Petrol (regular), Petrol (premium) |
| Configurations listed | 26 |
Years and markets
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model years (US) | 2005–2008 |
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
| Component | Complaints | Most reported model years |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel and propulsion | 261 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Engine and cooling | 257 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Transmission and drivetrain | 235 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Airbags | 221 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Electrical system | 158 | 2005, 2006, 2008 |
| Steering | 78 | 2005, 2006, 2008 |
| Suspension | 64 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Tyres | 48 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Brakes | 33 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Body and structure | 32 | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2005–2008: 1162 complaints, 47 with a crash and 14 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.