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U0100 on DODGE CHARGER

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
7
Most Affected
2006, 2014, 2018

What U0100 Means on Your DODGE CHARGER

Real DODGE CHARGER Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while idling at the traffic light, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while driving at various speeds. The check engine warning light was illuminated."

— 2006 DODGE CHARGER owner • POWER TRAIN,ENGINE • Filed 12/31/2020

"I was almost rear-ended by a semi when the vehicle stalled at a light while picking my son up from work. It seems to stall at stop signs or waiting at lights completely. It stalls while idling here and there sometimes."

— 2006 DODGE CHARGER owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 02/11/2025

"PCM shuts down briefly without warning at seemingly random times, although this seems to be more common when accelerating from stationary such as at a stoplight."

— 2006 DODGE CHARGER owner • ENGINE • Filed 09/15/2019

"Car keeps stalling randomly at stops. it will even stall while driving going up hills or on the highway. most times it will not completely stall (studder) and continue on. if it does stall completely, sometimes takes a lot of effort to try and restart the engine."

— 2006 DODGE CHARGER owner • UNKNOWN OR OTHER • Filed 07/27/2017

"Speedometer quit working, car jumps hard into reverse and drive, will not shift out of first gear, code u0100, u1120, u0121, u0103, replaced computer and had no change of condition, no transmission dipstick to check fluid, a must take to dealer item that is not sensible."

— 2006 DODGE CHARGER owner • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE • Filed 05/18/2017

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of U0100 on DODGE CHARGER

14.3%
14.3%
14.3%
14.3%
14.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2006
5
2014
1
2018
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

U0100 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026