2006 Dodge Charger vs 2006 Toyota Avalon
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 Dodge Charger | 2006 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,293 | 359 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 62 | 205 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 54 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–21 | 23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 81,000 mi | 47,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Charger | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 387 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 305 | 3 |
| Power Train | 218 | 52 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 215 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 145 | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 52 | 103 |
| Air Bags | 103 | 27 |
| Steering | 89 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 574 | 12 |
| Vibration / shaking | 48 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 46 | 12 |
| Loss of power | 36 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 35 | 46 |
| Clunking / rattling | 20 | 8 |
| Steering problems | 15 | 0 |
| Overheating | 15 | 0 |
2006 Dodge Charger
2006 Toyota Avalon
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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.