Chrysler 300 Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 953 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the Chrysler 300 across 18 model years. The 2006 model year has the most (257). The words owners use most often: “stuck park” (15% of reports).
- 953power train complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 38mention a crash
- 11mention an injury
- 7related recalls
- $580typical repair cost reported by owners
- 26%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Stuck park: mentioned in 139 of 953 complaints (15%)
- Gear shift: mentioned in 139 of 953 complaints (15%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical power train repair on the Chrysler 300 at $580, and half of them between $490 and $710.
Based on 33 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2008–2023), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 787 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 953 complaints, 38 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 11 an injury.
Chrysler 300 power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 300 | 1 | 20% | — |
| 2020 300 | 1 | 11% | — |
| 2019 300 | 3 | 5% | 7,100 |
| 2018 300 | 17 | 11% | 21,000 |
| 2017 300 | 6 | 7% | 12,600 |
| 2016 300 | 14 | 18% | 21,838 |
| 2015 300 | 24 | 24% | 42,000 |
| 2014 300 | 70 | 30% | 22,175 |
| 2013 300 | 58 | 19% | 39,500 |
| 2012 300 | 79 | 19% | 58,000 |
| 2011 300 | 6 | 3% | 32,500 |
| 2010 300 | 4 | 3% | 70,202 |
| 2009 300 | 4 | 5% | 22,005 |
| 2008 300 | 30 | 4% | 64,000 |
| 2007 300 | 189 | 38% | 74,000 |
| 2006 300 | 257 | 26% | 77,090 |
| 2005 300 | 189 | 23% | 85,357 |
| 2004 300 | 1 | 50% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (7)
Power train:automatic transmission
Model years: 2018
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
Risk: If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Model years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
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.
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear.
Risk: Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of vehicle rollaway, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S27. Note: On October 19, 2016 Chrysler identified some previously repaired vehicles did not receive the complete software updates. Chrysler will renotify the affected owners, and dealers will update the software again.
Power train:automatic transmission
Model years: 2013
Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 300 AWD, Dodge Charger AWD, and Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles equipped with ZF all wheel drive ("AWD") 8HP45 transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission output shaft may fracture.
Risk: The transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park'.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmissions, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is N65.
Power train:axle hubs
Model years: 2008
Problem: Chrysler is recalling 5,509 my 2008 300, dodge magnum, and charger vehicles. The torque retention crimp feature was missed during the manufacture of one lot of rear axle hub nuts. This could cause the nuts to loosen and allow the halfshaft to disengage from the wheel hub.
Risk: This could cause the vehicle to lose power and result in a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear axle hub nuts. The recall began on july 21, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Power train:automatic transmission
Model years: 2007
Problem: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with automatic transmissions, the software programmed into the powertrain control module can cause a momentary lock up of the drive wheels if the vehicle is traveling over 40 mph and the operator shifts from drive to neutral and back to drive.
Risk: If the drive wheels locked up, loss of vehicle control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on october 2, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Power train:automatic transmission
Model years: 2005, 2006
Problem: On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.
Risk: If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on november 28, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Drivetrain axle fell off as I was driving down the road cause by defected bolts on prepeller The front propeller shaft may have bolts that were not fully tightened to the proper torque specification during vehicle assembly. Front propeller shaft bolts that are not fully tightened may allow the…
Vehicle received passenger airbag inflator recall service at Viva CDJR in El Paso, TX. The dash disassembly disturbed adjacent wiring/BCM connections, and after driving, vibration caused a short/ground fault, creating runaway wipers, A/C failure, transmission limp mode, check engine and power…
Vehicle experiences sudden Auto-Park engagement, hard shifting, and loss of gear engagement. Code P0700 present. Issue began after A/C compressor failure. Safety risk includes sudden deceleration and loss of control.â
The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact's granddaughter was a passenger in the vehicle. The check…
https://www.nhtsa.gov/?nhtsaId=11535069
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler 300s have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 953 owner complaints about power train for the Chrysler 300. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chrysler 300 power train?
Yes: 7 safety recalls list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix power train problems on the Chrysler 300?
Owners report a typical cost of $580 (half paid between $490 and $710), from 33 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about power train problems on the Chrysler 300?
The most frequent phrase is “stuck park”, in 139 of 953 complaints, followed by “gear shift” (139).
Other Chrysler 300 problems
- Electrical System problems (1,486)
- Air Bags problems (1,167)
- Engine problems (491)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (249)
- Steering problems (206)
- Service Brakes problems (165)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (165)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (145)
See all Chrysler 300 problems.