Based on CarVitals reliability verdicts, the Chrysler 300 years to approach with the most caution are 2006. The strongest years in our data are 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. Below is every model year we cover (2005–2023), ranked, with the owner-reported problems behind each call.
| Year | Verdict | Score | Top owner-reported problems | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Recommended | 7 | Very few recurring defects: these final LD years are the most trouble-free Chrysler 300s, with only isolated reports such as airbag warning lamps and minor electronics. | Full report ↗ |
| 2022 | Recommended | 7 | Very few recurring defects: these final LD years are the most trouble-free Chrysler 300s, with only isolated reports such as airbag warning lamps and minor electronics. | Full report ↗ |
| 2021 | Recommended | 7 | Very few recurring defects: these final LD years are the most trouble-free Chrysler 300s, with only isolated reports such as airbag warning lamps and minor electronics. | Full report ↗ |
| 2020 | Recommended | 7 | Very few recurring defects: these final LD years are the most trouble-free Chrysler 300s, with only isolated reports such as airbag warning lamps and minor electronics. | Full report ↗ |
| 2019 | Recommended | 7 | Very few recurring defects: these final LD years are the most trouble-free Chrysler 300s, with only isolated reports such as airbag warning lamps and minor electronics. | Full report ↗ |
| 2017 | Recommended | 7 | Electrical and Uconnect infotainment faults: touchscreen glitches, accessory and charging issues and battery drain, rising notably in 2018. Test the infotainment and electronics before buying.; Residual eight-speed automatic complaints: occasional harsh or delayed shifts and minor drivetrain noise. Confirm smooth, prompt shifting on a test drive. | Full report ↗ |
| 2016 | Recommended | 7 | Electrical and Uconnect infotainment faults: touchscreen glitches, accessory and charging issues and battery drain, rising notably in 2018. Test the infotainment and electronics before buying.; Residual eight-speed automatic complaints: occasional harsh or delayed shifts and minor drivetrain noise. Confirm smooth, prompt shifting on a test drive. | Full report ↗ |
| 2018 | Caution | 6 | Electrical and Uconnect infotainment faults: touchscreen glitches, accessory and charging issues and battery drain, rising notably in 2018. Test the infotainment and electronics before buying.; Residual eight-speed automatic complaints: occasional harsh or delayed shifts and minor drivetrain noise. Confirm smooth, prompt shifting on a test drive. | Full report ↗ |
| 2015 | Caution | 6 | Electrical and Uconnect infotainment faults: touchscreen glitches, accessory and charging issues and battery drain, rising notably in 2018. Test the infotainment and electronics before buying.; Residual eight-speed automatic complaints: occasional harsh or delayed shifts and minor drivetrain noise. Confirm smooth, prompt shifting on a test drive. | Full report ↗ |
| 2010 | Caution | 6 | Takata airbag inflator recall: front inflators can rupture and must be replaced under a free recall; confirm completion before purchase.; Residual electrical and TIPM gremlins: occasional stalling, no-start and accessory faults, though far fewer than on the 2005-2008 cars. | Full report ↗ |
| 2009 | Caution | 6 | Takata airbag inflator recall: front inflators can rupture and must be replaced under a free recall; confirm completion before purchase.; Residual electrical and TIPM gremlins: occasional stalling, no-start and accessory faults, though far fewer than on the 2005-2008 cars. | Full report ↗ |
| 2014 | Caution | 5 | TIPM (totally integrated power module) electrical failures: fuel-pump relay faults, random stalling, no-start and charging-system problems were the dominant complaint on the early redesigned cars, and replacement modules are expensive.; Takata airbag inflator recall: front inflators can degrade and rupture on deployment and must be replaced under a free recall. Confirm completion before purchase.; Eight-speed automatic (from 2012): harsh or erratic shifting, hesitation and a 'transmission not in Park' rollaway concern addressed by a software recall. Confirm the recall was completed and shifts are smooth. | Full report ↗ |
| 2007 | Caution | 5 | Takata airbag inflator recall: the front airbag inflators can degrade and rupture on deployment, spraying metal fragments. Covered by a free recall across these years; confirm it was completed.; TIPM and electrical faults: random stalling, no-start, fuel-pump relay failure and erratic accessories, spiking sharply in 2008. Diagnosis and module replacement can be costly.; 2.7L V6 engine sludge and premature failure: prone to oil sludge, internal water-pump coolant leaks and overheating, with some engines failing before 100,000 miles. The 3.5 V6 and 5.7 HEMI are far more durable. | Full report ↗ |
| 2013 | Caution | 4 | TIPM (totally integrated power module) electrical failures: fuel-pump relay faults, random stalling, no-start and charging-system problems were the dominant complaint on the early redesigned cars, and replacement modules are expensive.; Takata airbag inflator recall: front inflators can degrade and rupture on deployment and must be replaced under a free recall. Confirm completion before purchase.; Eight-speed automatic (from 2012): harsh or erratic shifting, hesitation and a 'transmission not in Park' rollaway concern addressed by a software recall. Confirm the recall was completed and shifts are smooth. | Full report ↗ |
| 2012 | Caution | 4 | TIPM (totally integrated power module) electrical failures: fuel-pump relay faults, random stalling, no-start and charging-system problems were the dominant complaint on the early redesigned cars, and replacement modules are expensive.; Takata airbag inflator recall: front inflators can degrade and rupture on deployment and must be replaced under a free recall. Confirm completion before purchase.; Eight-speed automatic (from 2012): harsh or erratic shifting, hesitation and a 'transmission not in Park' rollaway concern addressed by a software recall. Confirm the recall was completed and shifts are smooth. | Full report ↗ |
| 2011 | Caution | 4 | TIPM (totally integrated power module) electrical failures: fuel-pump relay faults, random stalling, no-start and charging-system problems were the dominant complaint on the early redesigned cars, and replacement modules are expensive.; Takata airbag inflator recall: front inflators can degrade and rupture on deployment and must be replaced under a free recall. Confirm completion before purchase.; Early 3.6L Pentastar V6 cylinder-head issues: left-bank head ticking, misfires and lifter problems on some early engines, often appearing after warranty. Listen for a persistent top-end tick. | Full report ↗ |
| 2008 | Caution | 4 | Takata airbag inflator recall: the front airbag inflators can degrade and rupture on deployment, spraying metal fragments. Covered by a free recall across these years; confirm it was completed.; TIPM and electrical faults: random stalling, no-start, fuel-pump relay failure and erratic accessories, spiking sharply in 2008. Diagnosis and module replacement can be costly.; 2.7L V6 engine sludge and premature failure: prone to oil sludge, internal water-pump coolant leaks and overheating, with some engines failing before 100,000 miles. The 3.5 V6 and 5.7 HEMI are far more durable. | Full report ↗ |
| 2005 | Caution | 4 | Takata airbag inflator recall: the front airbag inflators can degrade and rupture on deployment, spraying metal fragments. Covered by a free recall across these years; confirm it was completed.; TIPM and electrical faults: random stalling, no-start, fuel-pump relay failure and erratic accessories, spiking sharply in 2008. Diagnosis and module replacement can be costly.; 2.7L V6 engine sludge and premature failure: prone to oil sludge, internal water-pump coolant leaks and overheating, with some engines failing before 100,000 miles. The 3.5 V6 and 5.7 HEMI are far more durable. | Full report ↗ |
| 2006 | Avoid | 3 | Takata airbag inflator recall: the front airbag inflators can degrade and rupture on deployment, spraying metal fragments. Covered by a free recall across these years; confirm it was completed.; TIPM and electrical faults: random stalling, no-start, fuel-pump relay failure and erratic accessories, spiking sharply in 2008. Diagnosis and module replacement can be costly.; 2.7L V6 engine sludge and premature failure: prone to oil sludge, internal water-pump coolant leaks and overheating, with some engines failing before 100,000 miles. The 3.5 V6 and 5.7 HEMI are far more durable. | Full report ↗ |
Final-year LD: the most sorted Chrysler 300, with very few complaints. Bold styling, a roomy cabin and an available HEMI V8 in a value full-size sedan. Marked down only for thirsty fuel use, higher insurance and an aging platform.
Mature LD with minimal reported problems and a proven 3.6 V6 or 5.7 HEMI. A comfortable highway cruiser and strong value; running costs and a dated platform keep it from the top tier.
Late LD year with low complaint volume and a settled drivetrain. Spacious, comfortable and good value; held back by fuel economy, higher insurance and dated tech.
One of the most trouble-free 300 years, with near-zero complaints and well-reviewed comfort and value. A thirsty V8 and above-average running costs prevent a top score.
Refined late-LD year with low complaints and reliable powertrains. A roomy, comfortable cruiser; docked for fuel use and insurance cost.
Solid facelift-era 300 but with an uptick in electrical and infotainment (Uconnect) complaints. Comfortable and well-equipped; inspect the electronics and budget for fuel and insurance.
Settled facelift-era year with modest complaint volume and an improved interior. A comfortable value cruiser; running costs and the dated platform are the main caveats.
Among the more reliable 300 years after the 2015 refresh, with low complaints, a refined 8-speed and improved materials. A value full-size cruiser; thirsty V8 and insurance cost noted.
First year of the mid-cycle refresh: improved interior and 8-speed, with complaints down sharply from the early LD cars. Generally dependable; watch the electrics and budget running costs.
Early-LD year still carrying TIPM electrical and 8-speed shift complaints plus the Takata airbag recall. Comfortable and powerful, but verify the power module, charging system and recall completion.
One of the weaker 300 years: heavy TIPM electrical faults (stalling, no-start, charging) and 8-speed quirks. Strong value, but inspect the electronics and recall history carefully.
First 8-speed year and a TIPM-electrical low point, with stalling, no-start and alternator complaints. Appealing styling and power, but a higher-risk year that needs a thorough electrical check.
Launch year of the redesigned LD: complaints rose with TIPM electrical faults and early Pentastar head issues. Roomy and stylish, but an early-build year to inspect carefully.
Calmer late-LX year with far fewer complaints than 2005-2008; the main concern is the Takata airbag recall and residual electrical gremlins. A comfortable rear-drive cruiser with an available HEMI.
Among the better first-gen years, with low complaint volume. Watch the Takata airbag recall and aging electrics, but a comfortable, good-value HEMI-available cruiser.
TIPM electrical failures dominate this year (stalling, no-start, fuel-pump relay), alongside the Takata airbag recall. Strong HEMI value but a higher-risk year; verify the power module and recalls.
First-gen year with elevated transmission and airbag complaints. A comfortable, powerful rear-drive sedan and good value, but inspect the automatic and confirm Takata recall completion.
The worst year for the 300 by complaint volume: 2.7L V6 engine sludge and failures, transmission trouble, electrical faults and the Takata airbag recall. Best avoided unless thoroughly documented.
Launch year of the LX 300 with high complaints: 2.7L engine concerns, early electrical and transmission issues, plus the Takata airbag recall. Iconic styling and HEMI value, but a risky first-year build.
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