Ignition Switch Problems of Dodge Magnum

Dodge Magnum owners have reported 9 problems related to ignition switch (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Dodge Magnum based on all problems reported for the Magnum.

1 Ignition Switch problem of the 2005 Dodge Magnum

Failure Date: 09/12/2017

Ignition switch keep going bad I have asked all the people who have touched magna and all of the ignition switch have gone bad they need to have a recall on them.

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2 Ignition Switch problem of the 2007 Dodge Magnum

Failure Date: 03/25/2016

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Magnum. The contact stated that the key was stuck in the ignition switch after shutting off the vehicle. The contact stated that after shaking and jiggling the key inside the ignition switch, it could be released. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the technician diagnosed that the ignition shifter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.

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3 Ignition Switch problem of the 2005 Dodge Magnum

Failure Date: 01/26/2015

The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Magnum. The contact stated that while attempting to turn the ignition key in the ignition switch, the ignition switch fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

4 Ignition Switch problem of the 2005 Dodge Magnum

Failure Date: 01/02/2015

Engine shut off when vehicle moving and could not be restarted again. Confirmed the problem was caused by a bad ignition switch. When the engine shut off during vehicle moving at 50 mph, put the driver and passenger into very dangerous situation.

5 Ignition Switch problem of the 2008 Dodge Magnum

Failure Date: 11/01/2014

2008 Dodge Magnum. Consumer writes in regards to a notice received that states defective electrical ignition switch issues. The consumer stated just recently, she began experiencing problems that were described in the recall, she received in November 2014. The consumer stated she had to turn the key a few times, before the vehicle would start.

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6 Ignition Switch problem of the 2008 Dodge Magnum

Failure Date: 09/01/2014

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Dodge Magnum. The contact mentioned that the drivers side window controls did not function properly and upon turning the vehicle off and back on to reset the computer, the drivers side window went up and down. The contact also stated that while traveling approximately 10 mph to make a left turn into traffic, the contact indicated that the vehicle stalled and rolled forward. The contact stated that she was able to coast the vehicle over and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the authorized dealer who replaced the ignition switch and provided the contact with two sets of keys. The contact indicated that the vehicle was repaired by the dealer and the symptoms may intermittently occur. The approximate failure mileage was 63,800. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. Dyd.

7 Ignition Switch problem of the 2005 Dodge Magnum

Failure Date: 04/16/2014

Since I have purchased the car there have been numerous issues. I did purchase the car as is, I am leasing it at 250. 00 month. The total cost of the car is over 11,000 dollars and there are too many issues and problems with the vehicle. The lights for instance seem to have a shortage of some sort, because they come in and out. The rear airbag light comes on periodically and will not go off. There seems to be a problem with the ignition switch as well. I have spent a good amount of money on this vehicle, I would like to get my moneys worth. I am driving an unsafe vehicle and I have two children that I am responsible for driving around.

8 Ignition Switch problem of the 2008 Dodge Magnum

Failure Date: 02/03/2014

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Magnum. The contact stated that the ignition key was difficult to turn in the ignition switch. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

9 Ignition Switch problem of the 2008 Dodge Magnum

Failure Date: 12/27/2012

The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Magnum. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted and resumed as normal. The vehicle was taken to a dealer on two separate occasions where the ignition switch was replaced each time. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.


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