2006 Chevrolet Impala vs 2006 Dodge Charger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 524 | 1,293 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 803 | 62 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 58 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 22 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 15–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 81,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 59 | 387 |
| Power Train | 108 | 218 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 305 |
| Electrical System | 124 | 145 |
| Steering | 135 | 89 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 215 |
| Air Bags | 47 | 103 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 97 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 32 | 574 |
| Loss of power | 27 | 36 |
| Steering problems | 23 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 23 | 48 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 46 |
| Clunking / rattling | 15 | 20 |
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 35 |
| Shifting problems | 14 | 0 |
2006 Chevrolet Impala
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.