2021 Chrysler 300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 28, 2026 · 20 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 300 years
Far fewer complaints than other years 16th of 20 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
4 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Chrysler 300. That ranks 16th out of 20 300 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (8 complaints, 40%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Chrysler 300
Chrysler 300 SRT8 (LX) Washington DC. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: OWS Photography, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

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Most common 2021 Chrysler 300 problems

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

Air Bags8
Engine4
Seat Belts3
Unknown or Other3
Fuel/propulsion System2
Back Over Prevention1
Exterior Lighting1 · ~40,000 mi
Service Brakes1
Structure1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Air Bags840%———
Engine420%———
Seat Belts315%———
Unknown or Other315%———
Fuel/propulsion System210%———
Back Over Prevention15%———
Exterior Lighting15%40,000——
Service Brakes15%———
Structure15%———
Vehicle Speed Control15%———
Visibility/wiper15%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2024, with 7 complaints
2023: 4202342024: 7202472025: 7202572026: 220262

n = 20 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2021 Chrysler 300 recalls (2)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Air bags:side/window:curtain:inflatorMar 14, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V198000 · 284,982 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.

Risk: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.

Visibility:windshield:critical fastenersJul 8, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V516000 · 21,258 vehicles

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

Risk: A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y47.

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 backup camera system malfunctioned, resulting in a blank or distorted display screen when the vehicle is placed in reverse. This system failure deprives the driver of rear visibility and disables the rear parking collision warning, creating a safety hazard when backing up. I previously brought…

Back Over Prevention · received Jul 28, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11753341

The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while parked and occupied in the vehicle or driving the contact noticed the headlights have failed to work as intended. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the headlight assembly needed to…

Exterior Lighting · received May 8, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11736665

I bought my car, Chrysler 300 2021 at the Hemet CA Dealership in 2021. Hemet Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. The car presented with several issues including, difficulty starting, engine misfires, stalling, and decreased fuel efficiency. The low fuel warning light on my car's dashboard would not come on…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jun 24, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11669025

Chrysler 300 2021 Vehicle keeps stalling, turning off while driving or if stopped at light or stop sign to loan just shuts random times and not Al way but enough to be dangerous when it stalls on freeway or in traffic Seat belt Driver seat belt just broke, split in half- safety issue. They replaced…

Engine · received May 19, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11661766

Vehicle manufactured 12/2021. Purchased NEW 5/28/2022. Slight oil consumption between changes. Noticed engine had rough idle similar to misfire August 2024 shortly after an oil change@24,272 mi. NOTE Check Engine light did NOT appear. Car taken to dealership on 10/9/2024 with complaint of rough…

Engine · received Mar 22, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11649935

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Chrysler 300?

Owners most often report air bags, engine, seat belts problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 8 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Chrysler 300?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2021 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 2021 has far 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.