2008 Chrysler 300 AWD Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 16, 2017 · 13 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 300 AWD years
More complaints than other years 2nd of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD. That ranks 2nd out of 7 300 AWD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 31%), typically at around 100,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System4 · ~100,000 mi
Steering2 · ~28,000 mi
Suspension2 · ~28,000 mi
Air Bags1 · ~53,521 mi
Engine1 · ~85,875 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~46,074 mi
Exterior Lighting1 · ~213,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~108,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~24,500 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~56,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System431%100,000——
Steering215%28,000——
Suspension215%28,000——
Air Bags18%53,521——
Engine18%85,875——
Engine and Engine Cooling18%46,074——
Exterior Lighting18%213,000——
Fuel/propulsion System18%108,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic18%24,500——
Vehicle Speed Control18%56,000——
Visibility/wiper18%213,000——
Wheels18%57,074——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 4 complaints
2009: 2200922011: 1201112013: 1201312014: 2201422015: 4201542016: 1201612017: 220172

n = 13 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2008 Chrysler 300 AWD recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Strong gas/fuel smells inside the vehicle. Took the vehicle in for work, midas said it was the fuel vapor storage canister it would cost $400 to repair. This is after spending $1700 on a rebuilt transmission and $600 on a trans and engine mount from driving slowly over a speed bump at mgm grand and…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jul 16, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11005552

Nothing with a switch on the steering column/steering wheel work. That includes wipers/washer, turn signals, horn, high beams, cruise control or any radio/information center functions with buttons on the steering wheel. The stability control light is on. In addition, nothing on the doors works…

Electrical System · received Jan 29, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10948332

I checked my oil before leaving on a 3 hr trip this past weekend, because i notice that centripetal force was causing my oil light light to ding. I figured it may need to be topped off. I checked it 3 times to be sure, and the dipstick showed i was at the max fill line. When the engine had…

Engine · received Sep 27, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10909938

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler 300 awd. While driving 20-25 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after three attempts. The vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable…

Electrical System · received Sep 17, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10764601

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler 300 awd. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) and wanted to know how to make an appointment for repairs. The contact was referred to the local authorized dealer. While driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Sep 2, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10761082

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD?

Owners most often report electrical system, steering, suspension problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 300 AWD model years, the 2008 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.