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2016 Chrysler 300: common problems and reliability
An average 300 year.
83 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 3 recalls.
Should I buy a 2016 300?The 2016 Chrysler 300 has 83 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and air bags.
Safety record for the 2016 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2016 Chrysler 300 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other 300 years only. How we score it
Is 2016 a good year for the 300?
Across the 20 300 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 2 (2004) to 1,750 (2006). With 83 complaints, the 2016 300 sits below the model's median of 137.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2016 300
power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Campaign 18E053000Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
electrical system:wiring
Campaign 18V332000Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Campaign 17V097000Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
What owners say across generations
Mixed sentiment with a clear generational divide.
Owner insights cover all generations of the 300. See the full 300 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used 300 listings typically run $14,222–$20,577 across 2014 to 2023 model years.
Other 300 model years
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