Initial change at 5 years/100,000 miles, then every 3 years/36,000 miles (refer to manual).
Fluid Specifications Brake
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Known Issues
Common Issues General:
Electronic throttle body issues, ignition coil failures, fuel pump failures, suspension component wear (ball joints, tie rods), water pump leaks on HEMI engines, transmission solenoid pack issues on NAG1.
Common Issues Electrical:
Window regulator failures, CAN bus communication issues, instrument cluster problems.
Common Issues Engine Hemi:
Heat soak in engine bay, potential valve spring issues (later models), exhaust manifold cracks.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Dodge Legacy:
Dodge has a long history of powerful and distinctive American cars, often associated with performance and muscle car heritage.
Model Evolution
First Generation Lx:
Introduced in 2005, the LX Charger marked a revival of the Charger nameplate with a modern interpretation of its classic muscle car roots.
Design Philosophy:
Revived the iconic long hood, short deck, and muscular haunches design language. Offered a range of powertrains from efficient V6 to powerful HEMI V8s, including SRT performance variants.
Mid Cycle Refresh:
Received a significant facelift for the 2006 model year, with styling updates and powertrain enhancements, and further refinements in subsequent years.
Production
Manufacturing Plant:
Brampton Assembly Plant, Ontario, Canada
Key Variants:
SE, SXT, R/T, SRT8 (with different engine options and feature packages).
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Car And Driver 10 Best:
The Dodge Charger, particularly the R/T and SRT8 variants, was often praised by automotive journalists and received accolades for its performance and value.
Safety Awards:
Consistent high ratings from NHTSA and IIHS for safety.
Ratings
Consumer Reports Reliability:
Reliability ratings varied by model year and powertrain, generally considered average to above average for American sedans of its era.