10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
61,322 miles

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problem #7

Nov 272019

300

  • 130,220 miles
The contact called on behalf of his wife who owns a 2011 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at a low speed, without warning the steering became firm which required additional effort to maneuver the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the power steering module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. Additionally, the vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic for an illuminated check engine warning light. The contact was informed that cylinder head gasket and engine oil cooler needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was referred by the manufacturer to have vehicle taken to an authorized dealer to be diagnosed which was still pending. The approximate failure mileage was 130,220.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #6

Mar 012017

300

  • 94,989 miles
When I fill up my car I smell gas if I only put it on half a tank I do not smell gas. Also the steering is making a popping sound and if I turn the car loses control this is a real issue I'm having with my Chrysler 300

- Humble, TX, USA

problem #5

Nov 042011

300

  • miles
I was a passenger in the front seat of a rental vehichle and I was at a complete stop at a sign when the driver seemed to have some medical episode it was a push start ignition so with the foot on the gas the driver send us straight towards a brick wall and I was trying to locate an emergency brake turn off the car or steer the car out of danger because of the timing and the lack of safety features accessible to me as a result of the car ingenuity I suffered multiple leg fractures after being drug along a 45 foot distance nearly severing my leg from my body and a 20 hr surgery complete with screws and plates lacerations from airbag and seatbelt.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #4

May 032016

300

  • 61,200 miles
Chrysler safety recall P60 failed twice (NHTSA recall #14V-634). Unfortunately today (less than 1 week after 2nd replacement) the alternator failed again leaving the vehicle acting erratically without power steering or power brakes or the ability the shift gears while driving kids to school. Thankfully it was on local streets and able to pull over safely. Sansone (Chrysler dealership) has now twice performed this Chrysler 300 safety recall P60 (electrical/alternator) repair without success. We have opened a new case with Chrysler asking to have it performed at a trusted repair shop in metuchen and receive reimbursement. They have sent us the authorization. If Chrysler dealerships cannot properly diagnose/repair/replace the safety recall problem/parts installed twice (last one last week) that failed again today, at no cost and without delay, dealer should send a vehicle to pickup the car (it cannot be driven more than a few feet before everything shuts down) and we should be permitted to proceed with a reimbursement option at a trusted repair shop. Apologize if it seems rash, but very upset of the potentially dangerous situation if it had failed on the highway at high speeds.

- Metuchen, NJ, USA

problem #3

Sep 152014

300 6-cyl

  • 52,000 miles
Driving 40 mph when battery light illuminated and a burning smell coming from car, I immediately opened the door and began to veer off the road. All the lights illuminated on the dash, the radio shut off, gauges stopped working, power steering stopped, brakes were not functioning, wipers came on and car came to a complete stall and began to vibrate. All doors locked and windows were not functioning. The car was completely dead and I almost got trapped in it. Took it to the dealer and they said it was a bad alternator which ruined my battery. Was charged nearly $1,000.

- Hauula, HI, USA

problem #2

Sep 122014

300 6-cyl

  • 69,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 300. While driving approximately 60 mph, the collision, ABS, and traction warning indicators illuminated. Additionally, the power steering failed and the wipers activated independently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000. Updated 10/31/14 updated 4/28/2015

- Ranson, WV, USA

problem #1

Jun 062014

300

  • 21,843 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, there was a loss of power steering as the ABS warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. The vehicle was being diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 21,843.

- Fort Smith, AR, USA