2006 Chrysler 300C vs 2006 Dodge Charger
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 300C | 2006 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 698 | 1,293 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 62 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 15–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,335 mi | 81,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 300C | Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 243 | 387 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 175 | 305 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 168 | 215 |
| Power Train | 106 | 218 |
| Electrical System | 56 | 145 |
| Air Bags | 32 | 103 |
| Steering | 38 | 89 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 97 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 410 | 574 |
| Hesitation / surging | 36 | 35 |
| Check engine light | 26 | 46 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 36 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 48 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
2006 Chrysler 300C
2006 Dodge Charger
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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.