Chrysler 300 reliability: common problems by model year
Across 6 model years, the Chrysler 300 has 3,721 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 34 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and air bags. 2006 drew the most complaints (1,750), 2004 the fewest (73).
6
Model years tracked
3,721
Owner complaints
34
Recalls
439
Median per year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for Chrysler 300 vehicles (US, public record). Typical used asking price $13,598–$19,900.
Which 300 years have the most problems?
Complaint volume by model year. Raw NHTSA totals, not adjusted for sales volume or time on the road, so older and higher-selling years accumulate more. Every year links to its full breakdown.
Mixed sentiment with a clear generational divide. The vehicle is consistently praised for its distinctive, muscular styling, spacious and comfortable interior, smooth highway ride quality, and strong value proposition, particularly for V8 models offering signi
General long-term reliability and build quality concerns: pervasive criticism of the brand and model's propensity for costly repairs, electrical gremlins, and interior rattles/squeaks as the vehicle ages. Frequency: very frequent.
Powertrain-specific failures (V6): oil cooler leaks and valvetrain issues (e.g., lifter/camshaft problems, often manifesting as a ticking sound), particularly noted on higher-mileage examples and pre-2014 models. Frequency: recurrent.
Powertrain-specific failures (V8 HEMI): lifter failure, a known issue that can lead to significant engine damage. Frequency: recurrent.
Electrical and infotainment problems: battery drain issues, faulty modules (e.g., ignition switch, Bluetooth), glitchy Uconnect systems, and various sensor failures. Frequency: recurrent.
Suspension component wear: front suspension parts, including ball joints, noted as wearing out prematurely and requiring replacement. Frequency: recurrent.
Owner insights cover all generations of the 300. Individual model years are broken down above.