2008 Dodge Magnum problems
The Dodge Magnum is a nameplate used by several Dodge vehicles, at different times and on various markets. The name was first applied to a large Chrysler B platform-based 2-door coupe marketed from 1978 to 1979 sold in the United States and Canada. From the 2005 to the 2008 model years, the nameplate was revived for a Charger-based station wagon on the rear-wheel drive Chrysler LX platform, produced in Canada and sold on the American and Canadian market.
In Brazil, the Magnum was a top-of-the-line version of the local Dodge Dart, produced from 1979 to 1981.
In Mexico, the Dodge Magnum was a sporty rear-wheel drive two-door car based on Chrysler's M-body (American Dodge Diplomat/Plymouth Gran Fury). From 1983 to 1988 Dodge marketed a sporty two-door K-car as the "Magnum", with an available turbocharger engine from 1984 on.
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Common 2008 Dodge Magnum problems
The Dodge Magnum, produced in 2008, has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from owners. These issues span across various components of the vehicle, including the electrical system, airbags, engine, and powertrain.
One of the most frequently reported problems is related to the electrical system, which can be unreliable and unpredictable.
The engine and powertrain of the 2008 Dodge Magnum have also been reported to cause issues for owners. The engine can experience problems with overheating and oil consumption, while the powertrain can have problems with the transmission and drivetrain.
In terms of safety, there have been five NHTSA recalls for the 2008 Dodge Magnum, which is a relatively high number compared to other vehicles.
One of the powertrain recalls for the 2008 Dodge Magnum involves missing torque retention crimps, which can cause the rear axle hubs to loosen and allow the halfshaft to disengage from the wheel hub. This can lead to a loss of power and an increased risk of collision.
Another recall for the Dodge Magnum with the police package involves the gearshift cable and steering column mounting bracket, which can disengage and cause the vehicle to move on its own. This can also increase the risk of a crash.
Overall, the 2008 Dodge Magnum has been reported to have several common problems that can affect the vehicle's reliability, safety, and overall performance. Potential buyers should be aware of these issues and consider doing thorough research before making a purchase.
Are Dodge magnums reliable cars?
Depend and Reliable
Our Magnum is currently at 230,000 miles, and it still has a lot of life left! The interior has held up very well and the durability of thw car has been way better than we expected (being that this was the 1st Dodge we owned). I definitely recommend the 2008 Magnum!
Why did Dodge Magnum get discontinued?
Cancellation. On November 1, 2007, Chrysler announced that, as part of its restructuring plans, the Dodge Magnum would be one of four models discontinued after the 2008 model year. In Chrysler's words: "The Magnum, along with the PT Cruiser convertible, the Crossfire, and the Pacifica were not earning their keep".
How long did the Dodge Magnum last?
Produced from 2005 to 2008, the Dodge Magnum was America's muscle wagon from a bygone era where big-engined station wagons could easily keep up with performance cars.
What is the value of a 2008 Dodge Magnum?
How much is a 2008 Dodge Magnum worth? The value of a used 2008 Dodge Magnum ranges from $1,114 to $7,660, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
Is a Dodge Magnum reliable?
Depend and Reliable
Our Magnum is currently at 230,000 miles, and it still has a lot of life left! The interior has held up very well and the durability of thw car has been way better than we expected (being that this was the 1st Dodge we owned). I definitely recommend the 2008 Magnum!
Why did the Dodge Magnum fail?
Despite receiving low reliability ratings, the Magnum still impressed many drivers with how easy it was to maintain. The model, however, still has its issues. Some of these include malfunctioning airbags, ignition problems, and stuck gear shifters.
Why did Dodge stop making Magnum?
Cancellation. On November 1, 2007, Chrysler announced that, as part of its restructuring plans, the Dodge Magnum would be one of four models discontinued after the 2008 model year. In Chrysler's words: "The Magnum, along with the PT Cruiser convertible, the Crossfire, and the Pacifica were not earning their keep".
What is the value of a 2008 Dodge Magnum?
How much is a 2008 Dodge Magnum worth? The value of a used 2008 Dodge Magnum ranges from $1,114 to $7,660, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
2008 Dodge Magnum car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Dodge Magnum problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Air bags problems
- Engine problems
- Power train problems
- Steering problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2008 Dodge Magnum vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2008 Dodge Magnum
The NHTSA has received 93 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2008 Dodge Magnum. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2008 Dodge Magnum vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-11
- VIN: 2D4FV37V68H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Vehicle purchased pre-owned/used Sept.7th 2022 from dealership. Had 3 open recalls which were addressed. Said recall in question is 14v567000 ignition switch problem. I have had vehicle back at dealer now 3 times for continued problem of ignition sticking in the start mode as it keeps turning over & you have to physically turn ignition off or cycle it to stop the sticking problem. Dealer has changed the ignition module 3 times & problem still exist. 3 modules in less than a year. I do understand that this is not a dealer problem as they are only the repair facility. I have called Chrysler corporation with the issue & they keep sending me back to the dealer. This is a faulty/defective part that falls completely on Chrysler & there engineering, design, development, testing, & production that is clearly not being done or accomplished. Safety issue clearly needs to be addressed at the highest level. I have seen many complaints concerning this recall that appear to not have been fixed from repeated failures. 1st attempted fix recall Sept 2022, 2nd attempted fix, Oct 2022, 3rd attempted fix Aug 2023. I have just taken said vehicle back to the dealer to hopefully address this issue again.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-16
- VIN: 2D4FV47T28H
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: MY CAR WILL EXCEED OVER 60 MPH AND KEEPS FLASHING LIGHTS ON THE DASH THE STEERING WHEEL IS HARD TO TURN AT TIMES AND MAKES A LOUD SCREECH WHEN I TRY STARTING THE CAR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-19
- VIN: 2D4FV37VX8H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DETAILS ISSUED 8/19/2015 RECALL ID 240549 NHTSA CAMPAIGN # 14V567000 VEHICLES AFFECTED 292,798 COMPONENT AFFECTED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION MY CAR HAS NOT BEEN STARTING AND THAT IS EMBARRASSING WORKING HOME CARE
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-15
- Crash: 1
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CASE DESCRIPTION I HAD A RECALLS ON MY 2008 DODGE MAGNUM FOR AIRBAGS, AND IGNITION. HAD IT TOWED TO COMMINWEALTH DODGE CAUSE IT STOPPED RUNNING WHILE DRIVING. THEY REPLACED THE IGNITION, AND SUPPOSEDLY REPLACED AIRBAGS ALSO. THE IGNITION ALLOWED THE CAR TO THEN RESTART. HOWEVER WHEN I WENT TO PICK THE CAR UP IT RAN REALLY BADLY, AND HAD ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS IN THE DASH ON. I CONFRONTED THE DEALERSHIP ABOUT THIS BEFORE EVEN LEAVING THE LOT. THEY TOLD ME I WOULD HAVE TO PAY TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT. I TOWED IT TO A DIFFERENT DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY FOUND THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS PULLED APART UNDER THE DASH. AFTER I PICKED THE CAR UP FROM THEM I'VE HAD THE WORST ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS IMAGINABLE. I'VE BEEN STRANDED IN ELLENSBURG WA FOR 3 MONTHS, THE BATTERY DIED EVERY 3-4 WEEKS. FCA WILL NOT EVEN RETURN ANY OF MY CALLS, AND THE DEALERSHIP JUST TRIED TO SELL ME A NEW CAR WHEN I CONTACT THEM. PLEASE HELP
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-23
- VIN: 2D4FV47T38H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ACCORDING TO MY LOCAL DEALER, MY CAR'S IGNITION MODULE WAS REPLACED AS A RESULT OF A RECALL. LAST WEEK MY CAR SHUT OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE DRIVING 55MPH WHICH IS THE EXACT PROBLEM CAUSING THE ORIGINAL RECALL. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ALL CAME ON FOR SEVERAL SECONDS BUT THE ENGINE QUIT RUNNING. THEN, AFTER SEVERAL SECONDS IT RETURNED TO NORMAL. THE CAR WILL ALSO NOT START ON OCCASION WHEN TURNING THE KEY UNLESS I PUSH THE KEY SIDEWAYS WHILE TURNING IT. I THINK SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE IGNITION MODULE. IT IS POSSIBLE THE PROBLEM WITH THE NEW IGNITION MODULE IS THE SAME AS THE OLD ONE? OR IS IT POSSIBLE THAT THE RECALL WAS NOT EVER PERFORMED IN SPITE OF WHAT MY DEALER SAYS? THE DEALER REFUSES TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM FOR FREE BECAUSE, ACCORDING TO THEIR RECORDS, THE RECALL OF THE IGNITION MODULE HAS BEEN DONE. WHAT SHOULD I DO?
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-15
- VIN: 2D4FV47T18H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE KEY BECAME STUCK IN THE START POSITION AND COULD NOT BE MOVED TO THE RUN POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO EVANS ARENA CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (924 SHILOH SPRINGS RD, DAYTON, OH 45415) WHERE IT WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V567000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE IDLING AT A RED LIGHT. THE CONTACT CALLED EVANS ARENA CHRYSLER AGAIN, BUT DID NOT BRING IN THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-01
- VIN: 2D4GV572X8H
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PART NOT AVAILABLE. ...UPDATED 05/11/17 *BF UPDATED 10/12/2017*JS
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-26
- VIN: 2D4FV47T18H
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-01
- VIN: 2D4FV47T08H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TIPM PROBLEM. NOT WORKING LIGHT LOW BEAM.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-16
- VIN: 2D4FV37V08H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V567000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 183,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-01
- VIN: 2D4FV47T38H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V567000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE REMEDY FAILED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE OVER A YEAR LATER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-01
- VIN: 2D4FV47T58H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V567000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) TO CORRECT THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE VIN WAS ALSO INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS UNAVAILABLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-01
- VIN: 2D4GV77328H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEALERSHIP FAILURE TO RESOLVE RECALL 14V-567 REPAIRS IN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME. *SMD
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-15
- VIN: 2D8FV47T58H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I BOUGHT A CAR AND AFTER A MONTH THE CAR WAS PARKED AFTER I CUT THE CAR OFF AND AFTER I CAME BACK IT WOULD NOT START, AND THE BATTERY WAS FINE EVERY ELSE COMES ON. I REPLACED RELAY SWITCH BUT STILL THE SAME PROBLEM. ITS BEEN A FEW MONTHS AND CAR IS STILL NOT FIXED. THE DEALER SAID LAST WEEK, AND SAID THEY CHECKED VIN NUMBER AND SAY THEY ARE DOING A RECALL BUT WAITING FOR THE PART DID NOT SAY WHAT IT IS. I AM STILL WAITING...........
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-11
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2D4FB47T28H
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: HELP!! I HAVE A 2008 MAGNUM. I TRIED FOR 3 MONTHS TO GET THE IGNITION RECALL DONE. "PARTS WEREN'T AVAILABLE". SUDDENLY 3/2016 MY CAR SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE THEY DID THE P57, R25 RECALLS. UPON RETURN OF CAR TO ME I NOTICE DASH FUNCTIONS INOPERABLE. I WENT RIGHT BACK INSIDE AND WAS TOLD I COULD LEAVE IT TO BE LOOKED AT (I WOULD BE BILLED) I CALLED FCAUSLLC AND THEY SET ME UP FOR A TOW TO A 2ND DEALER. THERE IT WAS FOUND THE WIRING UNDER THE DASH HAD BEEN PULLED APART. PARTIAL REPAIR WAS MADE THERE, BUT I THEN HAD A SLOW DRAIN ON ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. FOR 2+ MONTHS I WAS IGNORED BY FCA TRYING TO GET THE ISSUE REMEDIED. ON 5/22/16 I WAS ON HIGHWAY AND CAR COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN AGAIN. THIS TIME I HIT A RETAINING WALL. IT'S BEEN 3 MONTHS AND I HAVE NO SOLUTION TO THIS. I WAS IGNORED FOR A MONTH AND A HALF. THEN THEY DENEYED MY CLAIM DUE TO IT "NOT BEING A MFG. DEFECT" THEY KNEW THE PROBLEM BEFORE THIS HAPPENED IN THE MEANTIME THE DEALER WHERE THE CAR IS HAS NOTIFIED ME THE CARS AIRBAGS HAD BEEN DEPLOYED AND ARE NO GOOD.... IF THEY JUST REPLACED ONE OF THEM, HOW HAD THEY BEEN DEPLOYED... WHY WOULD THEY SAID TO HAVE DONE A RECALL ON A DEPLOYED SYSTEM..... AND WHY WAS I NOT NOTIFIED OF A AIRBAG SYSTEM THAT WOULD NOT HAVE HELPED ME IF I WOULD HAVE HIT THE WALL HEAD ON? I HAVE FILED 2 COMPLAINTS WITH BBB , AND FCA LIED ABOUT THE WHOLE SITUATION, AND THE CASE WAS CLOSED. THE DEALERSHIP THAT MESSED UP THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REPLIED WITH A FALSE SITUATION, AND SALES PITCH FOR A NEW CAR, AND MY FILE WAS CLOSED. I AM 2500+ MILES FROM MY VEHICLE, AM IN FINANCIAL SHAMBLES. NO ONE FROM FCA WILL EVEN RETURN MY CALLS, AND THEY REFUSE TO GIVE ME ANY INFO WHEN I CALL. THIS HAS DESTROYED MY BUSINESS, FAMILY, FINANCES, AND STATE OF MIND. I AM OUT OF OPTIONS, PLEASE LET ME KNOW HOW TO PURSUE THIS. THANK YOU
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-06
- VIN: 2D4FV47T98H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I TOOK MY CAR TO PRESTAGE DODGE CAUSE THE CAR HAD PROBLEM STARTING SO THEY TESTED IT AND SAID IT WAS THE FUEL PUMPS, I ASKED WILL THAT TAKE CARE OF IT THEY SAID YES. I HAD TO BORROW $600.00 TO PAY FOR IT, 2 DAYS LATER IT STARTED AGAIN. TOOK IT BACK TESTED IT AGAIN AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE TIPM AND THAT MY EXTENDED WARRANTY WOULD NOT COVER IT. I DID SOME CHECKING ON THE ENTER NET ON THE TIPM AND THAT HAS BEEN PROBLEMS WITH AND DEATHS. IT SAYS TYPICAL SYMPTOMS OF A TIPM FAILURE ◦THE FUEL PUMP NOT TURNING OFF AND BURNING OUT ◦THE ENGINE STALLING WHILE DRIVING ◦THE STARTER CRANKS BUT WON'T START ◦THE HORN GOING OFF AT RANDOM TIMES ◦POWER WINDOWS NOT WORKING I PAID 600 DOLLARS FOR PROBLEM THAT WAS NEVER FIXED AND FIND IT IS A PROBLEM AND THERE ARE LAWSUITS OUT THERE ALL SO FROM WHAT SEEN ITS A RECALL WILL YOU PLEASE HELP ME TO GET THIS PART REPLACE ON RECALL. THANK YOU *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-12
- VIN: 2D4FV47T98H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I TOOK MY CAR TO PRESTIGE DODGE CAUSE THE CAR HAD PROBLEM STARTING SO THEY TESTED IT AND SAID IT WAS THE FUEL PUMPS , I ASKED WILL THAT TAKE CARE OF IT THEY SAID YES . I HAD TO BARROW 600.00 TO PAY FOR IT, 2 DAYS LATTER IT STARTED AGAIN. TOOK IT BACK TESTED IT AGAIN AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE TIPM AND THAT MY EXTENDED WARRANTY WOULD NOT COVER IT. I DID SOME CHECKING ON THE ENTER NET ON THE TIPM AND THAT HAS BEEN PROBLEMS WITH AND DEATHS. IT'S SAYS TYPICAL SYMPTOMS OF A TIPM FAILURE ◦THE FUEL PUMP NOT TURNING OFF AND BURNING OUT ◦THE ENGINE STALLING WHILE DRIVING ◦THE STARTER CRANKS BUT WON'T START ◦THE HORN GOING OFF AT RANDOM TIMES ◦POWER WINDOWS NOT WORKING I PAID 600 DOLLARS FOR PROBLEM THAT WAS NEVER FIXED AND FIND IT IS A PROBLEM AND THERE ARE LAW SUITES OUT THERE ALL SO FROM WHAT SEEN ITS A RECALL WILL YOU PLEASE HELP ME TO GET THIS PART REPLACE ON RECALL . THEN THE MECHANIC SAID I SHOULD TRADE IT IN TO ME THAT WAS WRONG TO SAY I LOVE CAR . THANK YOU *TR
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-11
- VIN: 2D4FV47T58H
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: WHILE SITTING AT RED LIGHT (FOOT ON BRAKES W ENGINE IDLING) CITY STREET WAITING FOR A GREEN LIGHT, I HEARD A LOUD NOISE (SOUND LIKE A LOUD CLUNK; BELT OR SOMETHING BREAKING APART) COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. I QUICKLY LOOKED AT THE DASHBOARD FOR SOME INDICATION (NO WARNING/RED LIGHTS/HIGH TEMP/ LOW OIL PRESSURE) THAT SOMETHING WAS WRONG. NO SURE OF WHAT JUST HAPPENED, I DECIDED TO MAKE A U-TURN INTO PARKING LOT TO INVESTIGATE. AS I MADE THE U-TURN, I LOOKED IN REARVIEW MIRROR AND NOTICED A TRAIL OF FLUID BEHIND ME AS I DROVE INTO PARKING LOT. PARKED CAR, AND RAISED THE HOOD TO FIND THAT I HAD A COOLANT LEAK. NOT ABLE TO DETERMINE WERE THE LEAK WAS COMING FROM, I CALLED ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE TO TOW MY VEHICLE HOME. TWO DAYS LATER WHILE REMOVING THE FRONTEND ASSEMBLY TO INVESTIGATE ROOT CAUSE OF MY COOLANT LEAK, SMALL AND LARGE PIECES OF PLASTIC FELL OUT FROM UNDER THE FRONTEND ASSEMBLY. AS I REMOVED THE COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY, I NOTICED THE FAN BLADES HAD BROKE OFF (ROOT CAUSE OF MY COOLANT LEAK) AND DAMAGED THE RADIATOR.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-10
- VIN: 2D4FV47T08H
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-29
- VIN: 2D4GV57288H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS) AND 14V567000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-20
- VIN: 2D4FV47T38H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY STALLED WITHOUT WARNING SEVERAL TIMES FOR MONTHS BEFORE BEING NOTIFIED OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V567000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 15V313000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER IMMEDIATELY AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE TOOLS AND PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR MONTHS TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHEN THE VEHICLE WOULD BE REPAIRED DUE TO NO FOLLOW-UP RESPONSE FROM THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A SPECIFIC DATE THAT THE PARTS WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-03
- VIN: 2D4GZ57278H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 14V567000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 15V313000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-22
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE, THE IGNITION FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 74,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-29
- VIN: 2D4FV37V48H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE VIN WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V567000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE DIAGNOSIS WAS UNDETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-15
- VIN: 2D4FV47T78H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 DODGE MAGNUM. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE IGNITION KEY WAS TURNED TO THE ON POSITION, THE VEHICLE STARTED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V567000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.
2008 Dodge Magnum recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2008 Dodge Magnum.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.
- Consequence: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.
- Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Summary: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Magnum vehicles manufactured May 23, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 24, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured April 3, 2007, to May 12, 2008, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured March 21, 2007, to May 12, 2008. In the affected vehicles, the ignition key (FOBIK) may not return to the "ON" position after being rotated to the "START" position, instead sticking between the two positions. Potentially, while the vehicle is being driven, the ignition may inadvertently move through the "RUN" position to the "ACCESSORY" or "OFF" ignition position, turning off the engine.
- Consequence: If the ignition stays between "START" and "ON" positions it could cause loss of certain electrical functions. If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the "OFF" or "ACCESSORY" position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P57.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
- Summary: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 5,509 MY 2008 300, DODGE MAGNUM, AND CHARGER VEHICLES. THE TORQUE RETENTION CRIMP FEATURE WAS MISSED DURING THE MANUFACTURE OF ONE LOT OF REAR AXLE HUB NUTS. THIS COULD CAUSE THE NUTS TO LOOSEN AND ALLOW THE HALFSHAFT TO DISENGAGE FROM THE WHEEL HUB.
- Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER AND RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR AXLE HUB NUTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 21, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Before buying my Magnum, I read every review I could find to make sure I was making the right choice. I was particularly concerned about how the AWD would perform and if the 6 cyl would provide enough power. Even though I live in NY, I found the perfect car in Iowa, but it wasn't easy since they didn't make many '08s with a loaded SXT AWD. However, I am thrilled with my purchase! The AWD works great in the snow and the 3.5 engine moves the car around very well. I am even more pleased with the car and its performance than I expected to be. Right now, these cars are a great buy and I highly recommend them. Don't be afraid of going with the 3.5 V6, it handles the weight of the car just fine and it does not feel underpowered. Also, the blind spots are not that bad either.
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I bought this vehicle looking for something that could haul my equipment and have the heart of a sports car. The car definitely delivers on the hauling part, and it's surprisingly roomy too. While the gas mileage isn't great, the raw power more than makes up for it! I'm thoroughly impressed with the SRT8 - it's sleek, fast, and no one even sees me coming!
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Great Ride! It's really fun to drive. I got the SXT with leather, sunroof (with a huge opening), and a 3.5L V6 engine. The 3.5 liter engine has great performance for the size of the ride. I personally think the 2.7L would be too small, but that's just my opinion. I love the smooth ride (fun fact: most of the suspension parts are from Mercedes Benz). There's a HUGE amount of cargo space in the back, and it has a lot of great standard features. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an SUV-type cabin but a luxury-type ride. However, there are a few cons to consider: the cruise control stick design takes some getting used to, there are some blind spots on the sides of the windshield, and parking can be kind of tough since it's a long ride. You may need to do a lot of backing out and straightening to get into spaces.
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It's such a shame that they're discontinuing this car! The power and exhaust sound are absolutely awesome, and the ride is fantastic. The classic hot-rod looks are a real plus too. While the fuel economy isn't great, it's to be expected with a big V-8 engine like this. Personally, I drive about 30 miles on the 95 every day to work, and I can't help but go over 90! It's just so comfortable and easy to drive fast. I really love the MyGig radio, even though it can be a little confusing to use at times. Some parts of the interior are a bit cheap, but that's just par for the course with a Dodge. The Auto-stick transmission isn't my favorite, as it doesn't work great, but overall this is a classic car that you should definitely pick up before they're all gone! It's really too bad that Chrysler is dropping the axe on it.
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It's great to hear that you found a car that met your needs! This car seems to be a great option for those looking for a sporty, powerful, and low CG car that can pull a small trailer and haul lots of stuff, all for under $50K. It's impressive that you were able to complete a 4000 mi road trip and found the car to be very comfortable, even at 6'4
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I downgraded from a Dodge Ram Hemi to save gas when I bought this 08 Magnum that only had 12k on it. However, not even a month after purchasing the car, it began to shut off in the middle of driving. Despite taking it back to the dealer about 4 times, the computer never recorded anything. I remained confident in my knowledge of the car and its issues, despite being met with skepticism from the dealer. The transmission makes loud clunky noises when accelerating and slowing down, and it bucks when it shouldn't. Additionally, the car stations change from FM to AM on its own, and the car shakes sometimes like it has a carburetor, which I know it doesn't have, but I do know what it feels like when an old car wants to shut off. It is clear that I received a bad car from the batch, but I am confident in my ability to handle the situation and find a solution.