2016 Chrysler 300 Problems

76 owner complaints filed with the United States safety regulator · top issue: Air Bags · verdict BUY 79/100

Source NHTSA public complaint and recall record · methodology

What breaks, by owner reports

Air Bags15
Electrical System15
Power Train14
Unknown Or Other14
Structure10
Fuel/Propulsion System7

In the owners’ words

“The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the interior door panel on all four doors was shuddering while the windows were rolled down due to the air resistance. The contact stated that while attempting to depress the button to unlock the door on the driver’s side door, the door failed to unlock as needed. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was”NHTSA complaint, 2016 Chrysler 300 owner
“The contact purchased a 2016 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle, the vehicle was taken to a dealer for several repairs, and the contact was concerned that there was a mileage discrepancy as per a Carfax Report. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 117,338; however, the Carfax Report indicated that the mileage was 156,268 in February 2017. The ”NHTSA complaint, 2016 Chrysler 300 owner
“Notified by repair shop that my vehicle is experiencing identical problems with the fuel rail and fuel injector that was recalled for Mercedes in my class and year, but the dealer says my VIN is not applicable currently. Recall campaign number is 2022030003 and NHSTSA ID is 21V961. Was informed by dealer to call customer care at Mercedes, and subsequently informed by Mercedes to fill out this form.”NHTSA complaint, 2016 Chrysler 300 owner

Recall campaigns

ReportedComponentSummary
12/07/2018Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)Chrysler (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
17/05/2018Electrical System:Wiring SAFETYChrysler (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
14/02/2017Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle ShaftChrysler (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, poten

Questions owners ask

Is the 2016 Chrysler 300 reliable?

On the federal record it scores 79/100: 76 owner complaints (7.6 per year on the road) and 3 recall campaigns, 1 touching safety-critical systems.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Chrysler 300?

The most-reported component in NHTSA complaints is Air Bags, with 15 of 75 categorised reports.

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The 2016 Chrysler 300 scored 79/100 on the federal record.

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