Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver and Mobility Scooter Carrier for 2006 Chrysler 300

Updated 12/16/2024 | Published 12/13/2017

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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches - 3-1/2" Span

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Erickson Re-Tractable Ratchet Straps w/ Push Button Releases - 1" x 10' - 400 lbs - Qty 2

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Question:

I am setting up my mother in laws 2006 chrysler 300 for a mobility scooter. What hitches and racks do you recommend and do you know how much the car can handle? It’s a rather large and heavy scooter.

asked by: Steve M

Expert Reply:

On your mother-in-law's 2006 Chrysler 300, there is a sticker normally on the driver's door that gives you the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) for the front and rear axles not to be exceeded. To determine the maximum loading conditions of the vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight ofoccupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (mobility scooter and carrier) should never exceed the weight referenced there.

To give you what you need for the scooter, I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76145 which is a custom fit for her vehicle. This trailer hitch receiver is rated for 675 lbs maximum tongue weight.

Then for the hitch mounted carrier, I recommend the Flint Hill Goods 29" x 49" Carrier w/ 60" Ramp - 2" Hitch - 500 lbs # FHG69ZR. This will allow you to drive the heavy scooter up the ramp (not while on the scooter) for easy loading.

I recommend using a hitch lock like # 63232 and securing the scooter with Erickson Re-Tractable Ratchet Straps w/ Push Button Releases - 1" x 10' - 400 lbs - Qty 2 # EM34415.

expert reply by: Jason S

Deanna

12/15/2024

Will those work on a 2016 Chrysler 300 also? Will I need exhaust work for it to fit? Would a trailer be better for my car? Thank you for your time

Kate F.

12/16/2024

@Deanna Hello Deanna. Yes, I checked the part numbers and the above part numbers will work for the 2016 Chrysler 300 as well. For the hitch # 76145 under tech tips for installation: Underbody plastic panels will be permanently removed. Models with welded exhaust and exhaust tips riveted to fascia will require much more time and fascia will need to be removed and reattached, as well as the mufflers. You will also want to double check your owners manual to see what the max weight is that Chrysler says you can carry.