2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx vs 2006 Dodge Charger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx | 2006 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 270 | 1,293 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 177 | 62 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 15–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,956 mi | 81,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu Maxx | Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 387 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 305 |
| Steering | 207 | 89 |
| Power Train | 17 | 218 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 215 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 145 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 103 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 97 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 49 | 15 |
| Loss of power | 22 | 36 |
| Stalling | 9 | 574 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 20 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 48 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 46 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 35 |
| Overheating | 0 | 15 |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
2006 Dodge Charger
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.