Chrysler 300 C reliability
The Chrysler 300 C fails its MOT about as often as most cars over 10 years old: 35.9% of 1,071 tests failed in 2023, against 39.7% on average.
14 DVSA recalls for the Chrysler 300 C
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Driver airbag inflator
The driver airbag inflator housing may rupture due to excessive internal pressure during normal airbag deployment events. This condition is more likely to occur if the vehicle has been exposed to high levels of absolute humidity for extended periods of time.
Fix: Replace the driver airbag inflator.
Recalled models: CHRYSLER 300
Passenger airbag inflator
The front passenger airbag inflator (PAB) may contain propellant that could possibly degrade over a period of time. This may cause metal fragments to pass through the air bag and into the vehicle interior at high speed which may result in injury to vehicle occupants in the event of a deployment event.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the inflator assembly.
Recalled models: CHRYSLER 300 · 81 vehicles
The Tyre Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors may prematurely discharge its battery making the TPMS sensor inoperative
The Tyre Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors may prematurely discharge its battery making the TPMS sensor inoperative.
Fix: Inspect and if necessary replace the Tyre Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors.�
Recalled models: 300 C · 5 vehicles
The engine tone wheel which provides a signal to the crankshaft position sensor may fail
The engine tone wheel which provides a signal to the crankshaft position sensor may fail.
Fix: Replace the engine tone wheel.
Recalled models: CHRYSLER 300 · 9 vehicles
The evaporative emissions canister may be unable to absorb the necessary amount of fuel vapour during vehicle refuelling
The Evaporative Emissions Canister may be unable to absorb the necessary amount of fuel vapour during vehicle refuelling.
Fix: Replace the Evaporative Emissions Canister.
Recalled models: CHRYSLER 300 · 133 vehicles
Passenger airbag inflator
Passenger air bag may deploy incorrectly if activated.
Fix: Replace the passenger air bag inflator.
Recalled models: CHRYSLER 300 · 41 vehicles
Driver airbag inflator
In the event that the airbag is activated excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the vehicle occupants and / or in worst cases a fatality. The concern is caused by moisture in the air getting past faulty seals and being absorbed by the pyrotechnic biscuits in the inflator. As a result it is more likely to occur sooner in areas of high humidity and high temperature difference.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the passenger front air bag module which includes the inflator.
Recalled models: CHRYSLER 300
Possible loss of vehicle safety features
The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) module may stick between the �START� and �RUN� position. This could cause an unintended change in ignition position to the �OFF� or �ACCESSORY� position due to spring back. This may cause may result in the loss of certain electrical features and/or a loss of engine power power steering assist and/or power brake booster assist.
Fix: Replace the WIN module and Frequency Operated Button Ignition Key (FOBIK�s).
Recalled models: 300 · 2,481 vehicles
Vehicle electronic systems may malfunction
On vehicles with Uconnect 8.4� screen radio the computer-controlled electronic systems may be at risk of unauthorized and/or unlawful access which may affect vehicle behaviour.
Fix: Update software on affected vehicles
Recalled models: 300 · 48 vehicles
Passenger side airbag may fail to deploy correctly
The passenger airbag inflator housing may rupture due to excessive internal pressure during normal airbag deployment events. This could result in an increased chance of occupant injury during certain crash conditions.
Fix: Replace air bag inflator on affected vehicles
Recalled models: 300 C · 22 vehicles
Side airbag wiring incorrectly connected
The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) side airbag wires were installed in the incorrect connector which results in the opposite side airbag deploying under certain crash conditions
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and relocate wires in the correct ORC connector
Recalled models: 300 C · 2,323 vehicles
Halfshaft and drive may disengage without warning.
The rear axle hub may loosen and allow the half shaft to disengage from the wheel hub.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and inspect hub nuts for crimping around the circumference. If crimping is missing replace nuts.
Recalled models: 300 C · 632 vehicles
Rear brakes may lock
The ABS control unit may be programmed incorrectly. This may lead to the rear brakes locking up during certain braking conditions.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affect to re-programme the ABS control module.
Recalled models: 300 · 1,207 vehicles
Exhaust emissions may be incorrect
It has been identified that a number of vehicles may have a faulty absolute emissions sensor.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the manifold absolute pressure sensor replaced.
Recalled models: 300 · 320 vehicles
Checking a Chrysler 300 C before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.