TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM INFORMATION.
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Failure mileage
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering tires on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR - SYSTEM INFORMATION.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2006 Chrysler 300s report a range of tire and tire-monitoring problems, though narratives don't trace all of them to a single root cause.
Continental ContiSeal tires appear in several early complaints with separation and uneven wear. At 23,000 miles and 46,000 miles respectively, owners noticed severe tire separation, egg-shaped deformation, and cupping. Dealers noted the tires are abnormally soft and cannot maintain balance due to puncture sealant. Continental acknowledged discontinuing the line, stating it was unsuitable for heavier Hemi-engine cars. One owner paid $400 out-of-pocket at 30% tire life remaining; another faced tire separation risk that dealers deemed unsafe for freeway driving.
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) faults generated multiple complaints. The TPM light and audible bell activate repeatedly during driving despite normal tire pressures. Chrysler dealerships attempted numerous repairs—replacing sensors, dashboard clusters, and TPM receivers—with no lasting resolution over months or years of service visits. Owners filed Lemon Law requests with mixed results.
Other tire defects include Goodyear Integrity tires with visible lumps and bubbles at 400 miles, Vogue Custom tires with sidewall cracks by 20,000–28,000 miles, and reports of choppy or bumpy tires generating noises. One owner experienced three stem failures after purchasing new tires. A spare-tire speed rating discrepancy also emerged: the manual claimed 50 mph maximum; actual capability was 35 mph.
Same Chrysler 300 tires reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2007
Failure modes owners describe
Continental ContiSeal tire separation and deformation
Owners report severe tire separation, egg-shaped/cupped wear patterns, and inability to maintain balance. Dealers and Continental dealers confirmed puncture sealant causes balance problems and premature failure. Continental stated the tires are too soft for heavier Hemi-engine vehicles and discontinued the line.
When: 23,000–46,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Severe tire separation in one or more tires; Egg-shaped tire profile; Cupping on front tires; Uneven and rapid wear; Poor ride quality; Inability to hold balance despite rotation
Repairs/costs cited: Tire replacement at ~30% of rated life; owner paid $400 out-of-pocket. Continental offered 50% goodwill credit, citing out-of-warranty status despite 60,000-mile tread rating.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Continental discontinued ContiSeal line and developed 'new improved replacement series' for heavy Hemi engines. Offered 50% goodwill credit on one complaint.
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) malfunction
TPM light and audible bell activate repeatedly during normal driving, even when tire pressures are within normal range. Problem persists despite multiple dealer repair attempts including sensor and electronics replacement.
When: Starting within first 2–3 years of ownership; one case at 174,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: TPM warning light illuminates repeatedly while driving; Audible bell/chime sounds; Tire pressures display on dashboard despite normal readings; Intermittent activation during and after vehicle startup
Repairs/costs cited: Chrysler dealerships replaced tire sensors, dashboard digital cluster, and TPM receiver module without lasting resolution. One owner visited dealer 20 times over 11 months with no fix.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Chrysler attempted repairs but did not resolve the issue. One dealership suggested inflating tires with nitrogen as a troubleshooting step. No recall or TSB documented in narratives.
Goodyear Integrity tire sidewall defects
New tires exhibited lumps and bubbles on all four tires, including defects on the tread surface, appearing at time of purchase or immediately after.
When: ~400 miles; discovered at 14,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Visible lumps and bubbles on all four tires; Defects present on tread surface; Defects confirmed by neutral third-party dealer
Repairs/costs cited: Owner had to pay out-of-pocket difference between defective tires and replacement set. DOT number unknown.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Original tire dealer refused replacement, stating all tires were identical. No manufacturer response documented.
Vogue Custom Radial tire sidewall cracking
Cracks developed along sidewalls and white walls; owner also reported steering wheel vibration at 60 mph prior to discovery.
When: By 20,000 miles; noticed at 28,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Cracks along tire sidewalls; Cracks on white wall sections; Steering wheel vibration at 60 mph
Repairs/costs cited: Tires were not diagnosed or repaired by dealer. DOT number unknown.
Generic tire defects (choppy, bumpy, defective)
Owner reports at least 3 of 4 tires are defective, with choppy or bumpy characteristics and associated vibration and noise.
When: Timing not specified
Symptoms owners cite: Noises from tires; Choppy tire condition; Bumpy tires; Vibration
Repairs/costs cited: Defects confirmed by both new-car dealership and Goodyear Tire Center.
Tire stem failures
Newly purchased tires experienced multiple valve stem failures resulting in flat tires.
When: Timing unspecified; three incidents reported
Symptoms owners cite: Flat tire from stem failure; Recurrent stem failure (3 incidents)
Repairs/costs cited: Stems replaced at Tire Kingdom (point of purchase).
Spare tire speed-rating discrepancy
Owner's manual (page 274) specified maximum 50 mph with compact spare tire; actual vehicle could only safely travel 35 mph.
When: At 48,450 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle unable to achieve manual-specified speed with spare tire in place
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer advised owner to file complaint with NHTSA.
Synthesized from 11 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2006 Chrysler 300?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 11 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most tires failures cluster between 20,000 and 97,000 miles, with the median around 46,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 20,000; a quarter make it past 97,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to tires?
No active recalls currently cover tires issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Chrysler/300.
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