2016 Chrysler 300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 300 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 14th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Chrysler 300. That ranks 14th out of 20 300 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (15 complaints, 20%), typically at around 38,819 miles. Complaints mention 9 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
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- 76owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 9complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Chrysler 300 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 15 | 20% | 38,819 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 15 | 20% | 33,838 | — | — |
| Power Train | 14 | 18% | 21,838 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 14 | 18% | 32,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 10 | 13% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 9% | 57,750 | — | — |
| Engine | 6 | 8% | 90,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 6 | 8% | 31,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 4% | 28,992 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 4% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 3% | 66,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 3% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1% | 103,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1% | 99,900 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2016 Chrysler 300 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:software; vehicle speed control:cruise control; electrical system:wiring
Problem: 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 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Problem: 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.
Risk: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the interior door panel on all four doors was shuddering while the windows were rolled down due to the air resistance. The contact stated that while attempting to depress the button to unlock the door…
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving on a four-lane roadway, at approximately 45 mph, another driver attempted to make a left turn with an obstructed view, ran a red light and collided with the front driver side area of the contact's vehicle near the wheel…
The contact purchased a 2016 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle, the vehicle was taken to a dealer for several repairs, and the contact was concerned that there was a mileage discrepancy as per a Carfax Report. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of…
Notified by repair shop that my vehicle is experiencing identical problems with the fuel rail and fuel injector that was recalled for Mercedes in my class and year, but the dealer says my VIN is not applicable currently. Recall campaign number is [redacted] and NHSTSA ID is 21V961. Was informed by…
The oil filter housing w/sender unit leaks oil under the upper intake plemun. The oil filter Chrysler installed in the vehicle is plastic.
Other Chrysler 300 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 300 | 6 | 1 |
| 2022 300 | 5 | 2 |
| 2021 300 | 20 | 2 |
| 2020 300 | 9 | 2 |
| 2019 300 | 61 | 2 |
| 2018 300 | 153 | 4 |
| 2017 300 | 82 | 2 |
| 2016 | 76 | 2 |
| 2015 300 | 99 | 4 |
| 2014 300 | 237 | 7 |
| 2013 300 | 306 | 6 |
| 2012 300 | 426 | 9 |
| 2011 300 | 200 | 7 |
| 2010 300 | 123 | 7 |
| 2009 300 | 83 | 5 |
| 2008 300 | 714 | 4 |
| 2007 300 | 497 | 4 |
| 2006 300 | 1,002 | 4 |
| 2005 300 | 825 | 7 |
| 2004 300 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chrysler 300?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 15 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Chrysler 300?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Chrysler 300 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 300 model years, the 2016 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.