2007 Dodge Magnum Problems
Shopping for a used 2007 Dodge Magnum? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 110 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain the most reported area.
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This 2007 Dodge Magnum has 110 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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2007 Dodge Magnum Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 6 2007 Dodge Magnum trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 6 trims analysed.
2007 Dodge Magnum Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2007 Dodge Magnum has 110 owner complaints, 7 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Dodge
- Model
- Magnum
- Model year
- 2007
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 110
- Crash-related complaints
- 7
- Safety recall campaigns
- 5
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 18
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 15 / 22
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Optional
Common problems
Most common 2007 Dodge Magnum problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Airbag Malfunctions
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Airbag Malfunctions, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2007 Dodge Magnum?
The 2007 Dodge Magnum shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2007 Dodge Magnum
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the transmission/drivetrain for any signs of failure or unusual behavior.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, especially for airbag systems.
- Request service records for transmission, airbag, and engine repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the transmission/drivetrain for any signs of failure or unusual behavior.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, especially for airbag systems.
- Request service records for transmission, airbag, and engine repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on reported components.
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Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2007 Dodge Magnum, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2007 Dodge Magnum are concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain and airbag systems, with a moderate number of engine-related reports. The data suggests potential issues in these areas, though the confidence level is low due to the limited sample size.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints account for the largest share of reports.
- Airbag malfunctions are the second most reported component.
- Engine problems are also notable, with 21 complaints.
- Transmission / Drivetrain issues are the most frequently reported.
- Airbag Malfunctions appear as a recurring theme.
- Engine Problems are a significant concern.
Full breakdown
All 2007 Dodge Magnum complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Dodge Magnum. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 45 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 28 | 6 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 21 | — | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Dodge Magnum. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Son drove my car and lost control as it sprung out of control and he hit a tree. No airbags deployed during that impact. My insurance company totaled my car out but really didn’t give a reason as to why they didn’t deploy with such a hard hit. Police impounded my car and insuranc…
My 2007 Dodge Magnum RT (5.7L Hemi) suffers from a dangerous engine stall immediately after refueling. The vehicle is equipped with the 19-Gallon Fuel Tank. When refueling, if the tank is filled to capacity, the engine stumbles and shuts off completely upon leaving the gas statio…
Front passenger and driver airbag recall, stop driving recall. Called the FCA manufacturer to find my recall options, they claim the dealer I requested won’t tow to dealership?? Sounds absurd with the stop driving recall.
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Magnum. The contact stated that while driving approximately 32 mph the vehicle crashed into a second vehicle causing severe damage to the front end but the front driver side air bag did not deploy and the front passenger-side airbag was partially dep…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE MAGNUM. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL BOOMING NOISE AND NOTICED ANTI-FREEZE LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE COOLING FAN DAMAGED THE RADIA…
"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
WHEN I PUT THE DRIVER SEAT BELT ON I'M UNABLE TO UNBUCKLE OR UNSNAP THE SEATBELT. I HAVE TO SLIDE OUT FROM UNDERNEATH IT TO GET OUT AND THE SENSOR KEEPS GOING OFF NOW. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD AND VERY DANGEROUS
GEAR SHIFT ASSEMBLY STUCK IN PARK
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE MAGNUM. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, AN AMBULANCE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL DEALER (SOUTH COUNTY DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP, 7127 S LINDBERGH BLVD, ST LOUIS, MO) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAGS NEEDE…
THE THERMOSTAT CONTINUALLY STOPS WORKING PROPERLY AND HAS TO BE REPLACED.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 DODGE MAGNUM. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT FELL ASLEEP AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED AND TO…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR TH…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECAL…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS) AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIM…
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 WER…
PARKED CAR FOR 10 MINUTES, NO ISSUES AT ALL, AFTER RESTARTING THERE WERE A LOT OF NOISES AND I WAS TOLD THE ENGINE IS BROKEN AND THE FIXING COSTS ARE AROUND 12000$.
THE COMMON ISSUES OF MANY 2007 DODGE MAGNUM VEHICLES IS THAT MY SHIFTER WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF THE PARK POSITION, THE SPRING WAS POORLY MADE AND THE JOB COST AT A LOCAL DODGE PLACE $280. THIS ISSUE HAS OCCURRED WITH SEVERAL DODGE OWNERS AND ITS OUTRAGEOUS THAT IT NOT NOT CONSIDERE…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 DODGE MAGNUM. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FO…
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 APPROXIMATEL…
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 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V341000 (POWER TRAIN). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Safety recalls
2007 Dodge Magnum recalls
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Dodge Magnum. 5 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
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Questions
2007 Dodge Magnum buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2007 Dodge Magnum reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 110 owner complaints, 7 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2007 Dodge Magnum shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge Magnum?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (45 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (28 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (21 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Dodge Magnum?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Dodge Magnum?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Dodge Magnum, NHTSA complaints include 7 crash-related reports and 3 fire reports out of 110 total complaints. 7 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Dodge Magnum have any recalls?▾
Yes. 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Dodge Magnum. A major recall area is AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. 5 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2007 Dodge Magnum?▾
The 2007 Dodge Magnum shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Dodge Magnum reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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