2005 Chrysler 300 vs 2006 Chrysler 300
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Chrysler 300 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 825 | 1,002 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 119 | 89 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 37 | 45 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,144 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 300 | Chrysler 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 255 | 258 |
| Power Train | 189 | 257 |
| Engine | 51 | 166 |
| Electrical System | 99 | 95 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 43 | 112 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 37 | 61 |
| Steering | 43 | 47 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 42 | 45 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 123 | 245 |
| Airbag warning light | 45 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 14 | 32 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 22 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 5 |
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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.