2006 Buick Lucerne vs 2006 Chrysler 300
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2006 Chrysler 300 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 330 | 1,002 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 720 | 89 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 45 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lucerne | Chrysler 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 35 | 258 |
| Power Train | 14 | 257 |
| Electrical System | 101 | 95 |
| Engine | 21 | 166 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 112 |
| Steering | 43 | 47 |
| Structure | 59 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 61 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 245 |
| Vibration / shaking | 14 | 12 |
| Airbag warning light | 8 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 32 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 22 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 13 |
2006 Buick Lucerne
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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.