2006 Chrysler 300C Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2006 Chrysler 300C.

20052007
Complaints
991
Crashes
14
Fires
3
Injuries
17
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2006 Chrysler 300C Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1243 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:84,940 mi
Fires:2
#2175 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:90,615 mi
Crash-related:1
#3164 complaints

Gasoline Fuel System

Avg mileage:71,301 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2006 Chrysler 300C.

Engine Problems
243
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
84,940
Fuel System
175
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
90,615
Gasoline Fuel System
164
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
71,301
Transmission / Drivetrain
94
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
85,962
Electrical Faults
55
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
125,812
Steering Defects
35
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
66,395
Airbags
32
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
78,833
Engine & Cooling
29
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
69,040
Unintended Acceleration
18
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
95,338
Brakes
17
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
76,297
Automatic Transmission
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
65,194
Headlight/Taillight Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
71,663
Body Structure
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
123,425
Electronic Stability Control
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Interior Lighting
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Software
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2006 Chrysler 300C

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~4,077,169 vehicles.

15V313000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
~4,077,169 affected

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 SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

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2006 Chrysler 300C — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2006 Chrysler 300C reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2006 Chrysler 300C has 991 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 243 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2006 Chrysler 300C?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (243 complaints, avg 84,940 mi); Fuel System (175 complaints, avg 90,615 mi); Gasoline Fuel System (164 complaints, avg 71,301 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2006 Chrysler 300C?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 84,730 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2006 Chrysler 300C?
NHTSA complaints for the 2006 Chrysler 300C include 14 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 17 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2006 Chrysler 300C have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 4,077,169 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2006 Chrysler 300C?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2006 Chrysler 300C shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chrysler 300C reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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