2005 Chrysler 300C vs 2005 Ford Taurus
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Chrysler 300C | 2005 Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 288 | 774 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 31 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 40 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 19–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 80,000 mi | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 300C | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 529 |
| Power Train | 49 | 123 |
| Engine | 70 | 68 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 82 | 29 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 57 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 31 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 28 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 40 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 126 | 27 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 34 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 11 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2005 Chrysler 300C
2005 Ford Taurus
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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.