NHTSA lists 76 complaints for the 2016 Chrysler 300, 9 of them mention a crash and 1 mention a fire. 4 complaints mention an injury, with 5 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as CHRYSLER 300.
Model-generated complaint tags
These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.
Failure modes| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| structural or corrosion | 14 | 18.4% | 0.76 |
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| mechanical failure | 13 | 17.1% | 0.77 |
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| loss of control | 12 | 15.8% | 0.82 |
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| electrical electronic | 9 | 11.8% | 0.71 |
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| restraint or airbag | 8 | 10.5% | 0.89 |
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| fluid or fuel leak | 6 | 7.9% | 0.93 |
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| unclear | 6 | 7.9% | 0.83 |
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| visibility or lighting | 4 | 5.3% | 0.79 |
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| noise or comfort | 3 | 3.9% | 0.93 |
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| fire or overheating | 1 | 1.3% | 1.00 |
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Severities| Label | Count | Share of tagged | Mean confidence |
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| moderate | 40 | 52.6% | 0.83 |
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| low | 22 | 28.9% | 0.70 |
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| high | 9 | 11.8% | 0.94 |
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| none | 5 | 6.6% | 0.79 |
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Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 76 tagged complaints of 76 complaints (100.0%).
Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.
Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.
Recalls
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2 recalls.
Date: 2018-05-17. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
Defect: Chrysler (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 Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jee (excerpt)
Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be d (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-02-14. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: Chrysler (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, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
Consequence: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
304 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 93 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 84 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 44 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 37 |
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| STRUCTURE | 25 |
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 13 |
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| STEERING | 12 |
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| BACK OVER PREVENTION | 11 |
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11030138
Date: 2026-03-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV, 8HP75-LCV, 8HP90, 8HP95. Transmissions may exhibit the following diagnostic codes: P07E4, P1DB2, P0716, P1B14, P0733, P1D90, P1D
11030042
Date: 2026-03-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00, B1A15-00, B1A16-00, and B1A17-00 in The Radio Frequency Hub (RFH)
11025727
Date: 2025-11-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE
11025724
Date: 2025-11-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE
11022011
Date: 2025-08-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
11022012
Date: 2025-08-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
11022003
Date: 2025-08-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates
11020600
Date: 2025-07-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Decreased Remote Start And RKE Range. Tire Pressure Sensors Values Are Not Displayed
11014849
Date: 2025-02-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: AIR BAGS.
AIR BAG - SIDE CURTAIN
11005320
Date: 2024-07-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.
"Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: Verify current warranty policy to determine if digital imaging pre-authorization is required or p