MYRModel Year Report

2006 Chrysler 300C

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2006 Chrysler 300C
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
698
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine

35% of complaints

Complaints per year

2005: 288 complaints 2006: 698 complaints 2006 698 2007: 112 complaints 2008: 30 complaints 2009: 11 complaints 2009 2010: 10 complaints 2011: 25 complaints 2011 2012: 15 complaints 2013: 35 complaints 2013 2014: 11 complaints 2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 7 complaints 2017: 4 complaints 2017
2005: 288 complaints 2005 2006: 698 complaints 2006 698 2007: 112 complaints 2007 2008: 30 complaints 2008 2009: 11 complaints 2009 2010: 10 complaints 2010 2011: 25 complaints 2011 2012: 15 complaints 2012 2013: 35 complaints 2013 2014: 11 complaints 2014 2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 7 complaints 2016 2017: 4 complaints 2017
2005: 288 complaints 2005 2006: 698 complaints 2006 698 2007: 112 complaints 2007 2008: 30 complaints 2008 2009: 11 complaints 2009 2010: 10 complaints 2010 2011: 25 complaints 2011 2012: 15 complaints 2012 2013: 35 complaints 2013 2014: 11 complaints 2014 2015: 12 complaints 2015 2016: 7 complaints 2016 2017: 4 complaints 2017

2006: 698 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2005288
2006698
2007112
200830
200911
201010
201125
201215
201335
201411
201512
20167
20174

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

35% · 243 reports
FIREINJURY

Fuel/propulsion system

25% · 175 reports
CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Once fueled, the engine will consistently stall from start to cruising speed, and has even shut off while driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-18

My Fuel Tank is stuck in open position, it is making my car stall, sputter, and cut off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-30

Fuel system, gasoline

24% · 169 reports

Most commonly citing tank assembly and storage.

Power train

15% · 107 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and floor shift.

Electrical system

8% · 56 reports

Most commonly citing software.

FIRE

Safety timeline

1 recall · 3 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. I
    2013-05-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2014-02-10 Engine Stall
  2. I
    2014-06-11Preliminary evaluationClosed 2015-03-02 Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  3. I
    2015-02-24Engineering analysisOpen Air Bag Inflator Rupture
  4. R
    2015-06-08Air bags15V313000 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...

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2006 Chrysler 300C — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 243 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 175 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 169 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 Chrysler 300C reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chrysler 300C?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Chrysler 300C have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.