2011 Chrysler 300 vs 2011 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 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 200 | 187 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 177 | 49 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 20–22 |
| Median reported mileage | 51,250 mi | 64,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 300 | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 119 | 47 |
| Engine | 18 | 40 |
| Air Bags | 27 | 8 |
| Steering | 7 | 25 |
| Service Brakes | 16 | 12 |
| Power Train | 6 | 18 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 34 | 20 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 12 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
2011 Chrysler 300
2011 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.