2006 Chrysler 300C Problems & Complaints

Most common 2006 Chrysler 300C problems

• Fuel & propulsion system~70,000 miles
  34249%
• Engine & cooling~84,000 miles
  27640%
• Transmission & drivetrain~77,000 miles
  10615%
• Electrical system~93,000 miles
  568%
• Other / not specified~98,000 miles
  446%
• Steering~62,000 miles
  385%
• Air bags~74,000 miles
  325%
• Brakes~61,000 miles
  223%
• Speed control & acceleration~90,000 miles
  193%
• Body & structure~54,000 miles
  112%
• Suspension~55,000 miles
  71%
• Lights~90,000 miles
  71%
• Wheels & tires~78,000 miles
  61%
• Stability & traction control~76,000 miles
  61%
• Windows, wipers & sunroof~100,000 miles
  41%
• Seats~12,000 miles
  30%
• Seat belts~142,000 miles
  30%
• A/C & heater~12,000 miles
  10%
• Locks & latches~45,000 miles
  10%
• Equipment & accessories
  10%

Share of the 698 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Chrysler 300C complaints by model year

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2006 Chrysler 300C recalls (1)

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal safety investigators have looked into 3 possible defects involving the 2006 Chrysler 300C:

What 2006 Chrysler 300C owners say

Fuel & propulsion system all 342 →

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that the fuel tank was previously replaced under an unknown extended warranty coverage; however, after the repair, the vehicle experienced a failure. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle and driving at slow speeds, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving and coming to a complete stop. The vehicle was towed each time the failure occurred. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled in the middle of the road during the last failure. The contact was able to push the vehicle to the side of the road with assistance. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and test-driven, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 214,624.

My Chrysler 2006 300 C smells of heavy oder of fuel inside occupant seating area. upon investigation, found the fuel pump situated behind driver, under back seat, and the modulator is situated behind passenger seat. both fuel and assembly are exposed to occupants, leaking and accumulating pools of fuel. there is no safety barrier between the fuel and occupants! this is a critical DESIGN FAILURE for occupant safety!!! The modulator is made of plastic and exposed to caustic chemicals (fuel) which causes premature corrosive damage exposing all occupants of vehicle to multiple health risks including DEATH!! This vehicle needs to be recalled!!! and not only fix the issue with leaking fuel, the vehicle needs a fire proof barrier between the fuel system and the occupants.

Engine & cooling all 276 →

The contact owned a 2006 Chrysler 300. The contact was driving at 60 mph was coming from the engine compartment. The contact was able to pull over when the vehicle caught on fire. The contact sustained an infection in her chest and sought out medical assistance. The fire marshals were called and the vehicle was extinguished and a police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the sheriff's department, where it was determined to be destroyed. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with, NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V149000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) however the VIN was not included. The contact informed the manufacturer of the failure and told the contact that there was no recall on her vehicle. The mileage was approximately 70,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the RPM decreased, and the vehicle went into Limp Mode with the accelerator pedal depressed. The contact stated that the vehicle then stalled. Additionally, the contact stated that the failure recurred after refueling the vehicle. The contact was able to restart the vehicle however while accelerating, the vehicle went into Limp Mode. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure; however, the contact was awaiting a callback. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000.

Transmission & drivetrain all 106 →

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle occasionally lost motive power. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while the vehicle was idle. After each failure, the contact was able to restart the vehicle after several seconds. The vehicle had been taken to several dealers and independent mechanics for diagnostic testing however, the mechanics were unable to determine the cause of the failure. Several unknown repairs were made, and several parts were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact researched and found that similar vehicles were experiencing failure. The manufacturer was contacted and notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds during traffic congestion, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and stalled. Upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle hesitated but seemed to return to normal functionality. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.

2006 Chrysler 300C engines & fuel economy

EPA ratings. Class: Large car.