2007 Dodge Magnum transmission problems

43 complaints (40% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 66,365. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 43
of this car's complaints: 40%
typical mileage: 66,365
crashes: 1
recalls: 2

Which part fails

Automatic transmission
8
Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift
2
Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift
1
Automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Dodge Magnum transmission problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Dodge Magnum transmission

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Won't shift 16

Related recalls

Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shiftReported November 6, 2008 · 20,283 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Chrysler is recalling 20,283 my 2006-2009 charger and magnum vehicles built with the police package and equipped with a column shifter. The gearshift cable may become disengaged from the steering column mounting bracket and cause an incorrect transmission gearshift position display.
Risk: This could allow the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction startling the driver, and cause a crash without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will add a redundant locking mechanism to the gearshift cable at the mounting bracket to ensure proper retention and shift linkage function. The recall began on november 10, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 08V583000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmissionReported September 7, 2006 · 4,770 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 MPH and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.
Risk: If the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on october 2, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 06V341000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Prndl misalignmentOpened September 2, 2008, closed November 10, 2008

In a november 5, 2008 letter, chrysler submitted a defect information report describing a defect condition that could result in prndl misalignment (I.e., incorrect gear indication) in approximately 20,300 model year (my) 2006 through 2009 dodge charger and magnum police vehicles built from may 17, 2005 through october 21, 2008 (the federal safety agency recall no. 08v‑583, chrysler recall h37).according to chrysler, the gearshift cable may become disengaged from the steering column mounting bracket and cause an incorrect transmission gearshift position display.this could allow the vehicle to move inadvertently and cause a crash without warning.chrysler dealers will remedy the defect condition by installing a redundant locking mechanism to the gearshift cable and the mounting bracket to ensure proper retention and shift linkage function. Chrysler uses a unique column shifter in these police vehicles.after pe08-052 was opened, chrysler inspected a my 2009 police vehicle and noted that though the gearshift cable appeared fully seated into the steering column mounting bracket, the cable retention feature (locking pin) was not fully seated.chrysler subsequently determined that if the retention feature is not fully seated, the cable may disengage from the mounting bracket, resulting in the shift linkage system not functioning to design intent with the potential for incorrect gear position indication via the prndl display.chysler's inspection of 59 my 2009 dodge charger and magnum police vehicles in september and october found 30 where the gearshift cable was not fully engaged to the mounting bracket.there are no reported crashes or injuries related to the defect condition to date. This investigation is closed.

PE08052

What 2007 Dodge Magnum owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 15, 2019 · Engine, Suspension · TX

"takata recall" I'm having trouble with my transmission. It goes from 1st to 3rd while driving. It stays in high gear until I bring the car to a complete stop and turn it off

Filed Sep 22, 2016 · Electrical, Transmission · 70,146 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge magnum. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and the gear shifter would not move out of the park position. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the shifter inter-lock lever and the win ignition module were replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 70,146. Updated 12/13/16*lj

Filed Jul 25, 2016 · Transmission · 61,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge magnum. The contact stated that the shifter was jammed in the park position. The contact stated that a dealer's technician was able to get the shifter out of park. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.

Filed Jul 18, 2016 · Transmission · 126,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge magnum. The contact stated that the gear shifter was stuck in park without warning. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic or repaired. The VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v341000 (power train). The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 126,000.

Filed Jan 6, 2016 · Transmission · 135,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge magnum. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle revved, but failed to accelerate. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the contact had to replace the transmission again one year later. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.

Filed Nov 30, 2015 · Electrical, Transmission · 88,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge magnum. While parked, the vehicle shifter would not go into gear. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle still could not be placed in gear. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 88,000.

Filed Oct 27, 2015 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge magnum. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle was jerking. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic replaced the fluid in the transmission but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic where the transmission was replaced. The failure recurred, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Sep 14, 2015 · Transmission · 44,159 miles · PA

Power train - "shift interlock latch" - vechile stuck in park - dodge will not permit our vechile to be covered by their "customer satisfaction notification k39 transmission shifter interlock lever." because even though it is the correct model and year, our VIN number is not covered under this recall because it was manufactured in a different location. I say it is the same small plastic flimsy part known as the "shifter interlock lever "that broke. Just as in these other vehicles covered by this recall. Please make this chrysler recall k39 "transmission shifter interlock lever" to cover "all" 2005-2009 model dodge charger, magnum, chrysler 300 equipped with a floor shifter.

Filed Aug 18, 2015 · Transmission · 53,000 miles · NC

Car was in garage at home. I started the engine and was going to back out of garage but could not get shifter out of park. Had car towed to dodge dealer. Service rep said he's seen other magnums, 300's and chargers with the same problem. $510.00 later the car was fixed...entire shifter ass'y was replaced and car runs fine now. No indication of trouble before it broke but this may be a wide spread problem for chrysler cars. Please investigate.

Filed Jul 13, 2015 · Airbags, Transmission · 22,000 miles · CA · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge magnum. While stopped, another vehicle crashed into the front passenger side causing significant damage to the front end. The air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained a left shoulder and neck injury and did not require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. On another occasion, while attempting to drive, the transmission would not shift into gear and the vehicle could not be driven. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. No further information was available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 22,000.

Questions about the 2007 Dodge Magnum transmission

Does the 2007 Dodge Magnum have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 43 complaints about the transmission of the 2007 Dodge Magnum, 40% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2007 Dodge Magnum transmission problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 66,365 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Dodge Magnum transmission?

Yes, 2 recalls: 08V583000, 06V341000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Magnum have bad transmission?

The Dodge Magnum model years with the most transmission complaints are 2005 (117 complaints), 2006 (67 complaints) and 2007 (43 complaints).