2006 Chrysler 300C 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 300C | 2006 Ford Five Hundred |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 698 | 364 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 25 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 19–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 78,335 mi | 73,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 300C | Ford Five Hundred |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 243 | 36 |
| Power Train | 106 | 104 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 175 | 14 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 168 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | 118 |
| Electrical System | 56 | 51 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 33 | 23 |
| Steering | 38 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 410 | 44 |
| Hesitation / surging | 36 | 72 |
| Check engine light | 26 | 13 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 7 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
2006 Chrysler 300C
2006 Ford Five Hundred
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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.