10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
9 / 8
Injuries / Deaths:
6 / 0
Average Mileage:
41,361 miles

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problem #149

Mar 282015

300 6-cyl

  • miles
The only power I have is from the key fob to unlock/lock the door open the trunk and the head lights work. But my radio doesn't work, locks, windows, horn, or anything else. When I turn the key fob to start its just dead with no power or crank. I did notice over the past few day that when I started my car that there was a longer delay before it would start. Had the tipm replaced but it still will not start, was told that the win is bad and not part of the recall. With no win module then there is no ignition, Chrysler is aware of the issue with the win but do not want to fix it.

- Dugway, UT, USA

problem #148

Oct 102014

300

  • 85,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. While driving approximately 30 mph on an uneven road surface, the vehicle stalled without warning. After restarting, the vehicle resumed normal operation. The failure recurred numerous times. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

- Mccarr , KY, USA

problem #147

Oct 302014

300

  • miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Birmiham , AL, USA

problem #146

Jan 152014

300

  • 112,835 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start until after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 112,835.

- Knightdale, NC, USA

problem #145

Apr 212015

300

  • miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Highland Mills, NY, USA

problem #144

Dec 312014

300

  • 32,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. While the vehicle was parked, the vehicle hesitated before starting. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 32,000.

- St Mary's , PA, USA

problem #143

Sep 182014

300

  • 59,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted after shifting into neutral. The failure recurred twenty times. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system) however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.

- Ticonderoga, NY, USA

problem #142

Apr 152015

300

  • miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Lakewood, WA, USA

problem #141

Jan 132015

300

  • miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Fort Meyers, FL, USA

problem #140

Apr 122015

300

  • 74,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. While parked, the instrument panel illuminated and the engine shut off. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000(electrical system) and believed the failure was related to the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000.

- South Bend, IN, USA

problem #139

May 012013

300 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 04/08/16 the consumer stated the instrument panel, did not display the gas gauge. The recall work was not performed. The consumer stated he was ended and was injured. Updated 04/13/16.

- Vancouver, WA, USA

problem #138

Apr 122015

300 8-cyl

  • 99,000 miles
Cant drive car in rain when going up hill tire lock up so I have to go slow like one off the rear tires is wanting to go but its not able to so car starts acting weird it only does it in the rain.

- Columbus, NE, USA

problem #137

Mar 152015

300

  • miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. While attempting to start the vehicle, the key remained between the run and the start position. In addition, the contact stated that the heater, radio, and power windows failed to function when the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Fort Atkinson, WI, USA

problem #136

Jul 312014

300 6-cyl

  • miles
2008 Chrysler 300. Consumer seeks reimbursement for ignition switch recall repairs. The win module was replaced and reprogrammed. The consumer attached recall letter # 14V567000.

- Naples, FL, USA

problem #135

Mar 122015

300

  • miles
2008 Chrysler 300. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall parts issue. The consumer received a recall letter nine months prior and was informed the parts were not available. The consumer referenced recall # 14V567000.

- Candler, NC, USA

problem #134

Dec 152014

300

  • 53,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system). The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the part not being available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 53,000.

- Charral, NM, USA

problem #133

Dec 272014

300 6-cyl

  • 53,000 miles
Have had 3 incidents in the past few months where the car would not shut off when the key was in the off position. The most recent occasion on 3/26/15 the car had been shut off and the key removed from the ignition and it continued to run with the headlights and interior lights still on. In each case, it has taken numerous tries, including putting the car in gear and moving it to be successful in shutting it down. Contacted Chrysler group and was told to take it to a dealership and have a diagnostic done, and if it was determined to be the failed ignition switch ( which I received a safety recall for in October 2014), they would cover the cost of the diagnostics. I contacted a local dealer and made appointment to have diagnostic done. Upon arrival, I informed them of what the issue was, and was told I would be waiting upwards of 3 hours to have it completed and even if they found that the issue was related to the recall, which I was told it most likely was, there was nothing they could do, as there were no replacement parts available at this time and they could not tell me an approximate date when the replacement parts would be available. I did not wait the 3 hours to have the diagnostic done. I am nervous to drive the car, as now that I am having an issue and knowing that there could be more issues related to the ignition switch recall (possible shut down while driving, etc. Etc.). I know there are many other 2008 Chrysler 300 owners that are in the same position. This recall is taking too long to start resolving, and at least for my part in it, I have contacted a family lawyer and relayed the information, in the event that I am hurt or killed in an accident related to this safety recall. I called the vehicle safety hotline and was given the reference # [xxx] for filing a complaint. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Plymouth, MN, USA

problem #132

Oct 292014

300

  • 50,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. While attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.

- Lantana, TX, USA

problem #131

Dec 172014

300 6-cyl

  • 113,000 miles
I have been having issues with starting the car as well as the car starting by itself without me even turning the key to start position. Electrical issues are also present in starting car, the problem is getting worse day after day. I have stayed stranded at several different places just trying to start the car. I have had 2 registered automotive shops check out the problem I am having with the car & they both have told me it's the ignition. I am a female & can not continue to be stranded trying to start the car & losing electrical power to lock doors/ roll up windows etc... since this is a recall on my car, it should be fixed immediately by the dealer/Chrysler group, I should not have to put the money to fix it myself, if it causes more problems/issues with the car then the Chrysler group should be responsible for further problems with my vehicle. Please contact me at 505-864-8206 so we may resolve this issue. Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Belen, NM, USA

problem #130

Apr 012015

300

  • miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. In addition, the contact stated that the engine stalled numerous times. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Birmingham, AL, USA

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