Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2006 Chrysler 300 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the transmission shifter seized in park(P) and failed to shift to drive(D) or reverse(R). The contact stated that the vehicle was undrivable. After turning off and restarting the vehicle, the gear shifter operated normally. The contact stated that over time the failure became progressively worse and more frequently. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 05V460000 (Power Train). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 80,000.
My vehicle for the past 2 year have a shifting problem. I can't get it into gear and go over 28 MPH. I had it checked out I was told nothing was wrong. The second time I was involved into a accident because tea went from 50 MPH to 30 MPH back to 50 MPH to a barricade on the highway. My insurance cover the repairs and a week later still the same problem. I took it to the transmission shop and mechanic said it?s not a transmission problem he believe it a sensor problem. I took it to Chrysler and they told me I just needed new brakes. I ship it from hawaii to new york and the mechanic replace the sensor it was fine for a week. I drove it to va for mandatory training and it completely die on me back to driving under 28 MPH. My car is stationary in a residential neighborhood in va because it will not shift into gear and I don't know what's wrong...
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler 300. Upon entering and starting the vehicle, the contact attempted to shift into drive, but the vehicle failed to shift out of park. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the am shifter transmission needed to be replaced. The independent mechanic informed the contact of a Chrysler customer satisfaction notification (k39-transmission shifter interlock lever), but the vehicle was not included. The vehicle was repaired by the independent mechanic. The contact called zeigler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of downers grove (2311 ogden ave, downers grove, il 60515 [phone]) and the manufacturer who confirmed that the vehicle was not included in the Chrysler customer satisfaction notification. No further assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 44,849....updated 08/29/17 updated 10/06/2017 ...updated 11/14/17 updated 11/16/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the gear shifter lever failed to operate unless the shifter cover was removed and the cable was loosened. When driving in cold weather temperatures, the transmission would cause the vehicle to jerk with hesitation. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id numbers 05V460000 (power train:automatic transmission); however the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for repair. In addition, both engine fan motors failed to operate and one of the plastic fan motor blades caused a burning odor whenever driving. In addition, the fog light lens cover was melted. The contact replaced both fog light assemblies. The vehicle was repaired at an independent repair shop. The approximate failure mileage was 10,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler 300. The vehicle was included in a safety recall, but the contact did not receive notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V817000 (air bags). The contact stated that it was extremely difficult to shift gears and there was a lightning bolt warning lamp that flashed several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the gear shifter, but the vehicle stalled months later. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that there was an internal failure with the engine and it needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000. Updated 7/7/15 the radiator, thermostat and gear shifter were replaced. Updated 07/14/15
The transmission gear shift lever interlock return spring hook on about 28,800 of the above vehicle broke. A broken interlock return spring hook will result in the inability to move the gear shift lever out of the 'park' position. There is a recall for customer satisfaction notification k39 transmission shifter interlock lever for the following vehicle which is the same as mine but the "lx": 2005 - 2007 (lx) Dodge charger, magnum and Chrysler 300. Why does the same problem, with the same automobile, with the same year does not apply to a "sl"? How much do I have to spend to repair a manufacturing malfunction for something that should be a recall. I parked my car and on my way to work I could not move the gear, it stuck to p.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that a plastic piece from the transmission shifter interlock lever fractured. As a result, the vehicle was unable to shift from park into drive. Walnut creek Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (2404 n main st, walnut creek, ca 94596, [phone]) indicated that the vehicle was excluded from the manufacturer customer satisfaction campaign number: k39 (transmission shifter interlock lever); although, the failure was similar. Mckevitt Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (2700 shattuck ave #100, berkeley, ca 94705, [phone]) was also notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 49,000.
When the transmission is cold the vehicle stalls having no control over forward or reverse motion with dangerous side bound traffic instances while refusing to shift with RWD rear axel severe vibration sensitivity causing total RWD rear axel power loss & coiciding transmission abnormalities. Powertrain malfunctions/dysfunctions resulting in a dangerously faulty suspensions stability & braking pressure strength causing pull in passenger side direction where vehicle seems dangerously the weakest & exhaust fumes abnormally recycling into vehicle cab system. Only has 140K original miles. Manufacture defects now becoming death trap & safety disaster to potential lives of others.
I went to use my car and I could not get it out of park. The shift lever would not come out of park. I check on the internet and found out the pink plastic part inside the shift base has a small plastic hook the brakes off and the spring come off in side and you can not get your out of park. I had to go to the Chrysler dealer ship and ask them about this problem and the guy said that Chrysler was aware of the problem but was not doing a recall on the problem. So I had to buy the part and fix it my self. My car was down for 2 days. I could not have it towed to the dealer because it would not come out of park to get it on the tow truck.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle the transmission would not switch from the parked position and the vehicle could not be driven. Upon inspection it was discovered that the transmission shift cylinold spring attachment was faulty. The contact was able to manually adjust the broken piece and drove to the local dealer napoeton Chrysler.(140 e. Osceola pky, kissimmee fl) who diagnosed that the transmission shift cable was faulty. The vehicle not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 104,000.
Related recalls
Power train › Automatic transmission
On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft May be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle May not be able to achieve 'park' position.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on November 28, 2005.
Transmission complaints in other 300 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are transmission problems on the 2006 Chrysler 300?
NHTSA has 263 complaints about the transmission & drivetrain of the 2006 Chrysler 300, 25% of the model year's 1,051 complaints. The component named most often is automatic transmission (50 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2006 Chrysler 300 transmission problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 05V-460 (automatic transmission, Oct 6, 2005). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2006 Chrysler 300 transmission problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 78,000 miles, and 10% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries to transmission & drivetrain problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.