2006 Chrysler 300 vs 2006 Ford Five Hundred
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 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,002 | 364 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 89 | 25 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 45 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 17 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 19–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 80,000 mi | 73,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 300 | Ford Five Hundred |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 257 | 104 |
| Air Bags | 258 | 7 |
| Engine | 166 | 36 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 | 118 |
| Electrical System | 95 | 51 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 112 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 61 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 45 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 245 | 44 |
| Check engine light | 32 | 13 |
| Loss of power | 22 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 72 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 11 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
2006 Chrysler 300
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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.