2010 Chrysler 300C Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 300C years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 11th of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Chrysler 300C. That ranks 11th out of 13 300C model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (5 complaints, 50%), typically at around 97,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 10owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2010 Chrysler 300C 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 50% | 97,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 30% | 106,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 10% | 168,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 10% | 28,634 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 10% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 10% | 86,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2010 Chrysler 300C recalls (1)
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Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator moduleDo not drive
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.
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 2010 Chrysler 300C. While driving at an undisclosed speed and approaching a roundabout, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted and driven to the residence. The owner performed a diagnostic test but found a recorded history of the…
The vehicle was sold with an outdated battery and later experienced repeated breakdowns. During the first repair visit, the dealership replaced the battery and alternator but failed to identify the root cause of the problem. The vehicle was returned, but the next day it broke down again. Upon…
The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that while opening the rear passengerâs and driver's side doors, the door handles detached. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure…
Antilock Brake System (ABS) module malfunctioned. Brakes function is being compromised and warning lamps were activated. Vehicle/Component was inspected by the dealership and the ABS module was replaced at owner's cost. There is similar ABS module recalls (refer to FCA Safety Recall R61/NHTSA…
2 issues: 1)while driving, vehicle frequently shows no air pressure in front driver side tire sensor, happens frequently 2) while starting, vehicle will start and run for approx 2-3 seconds then engine will shut off, issue 2 typically does not repeat after turning off vehicle then restarting. This…
Other Chrysler 300C years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 300C | 4 | 0 |
| 2016 300C | 7 | 0 |
| 2015 300C | 12 | 0 |
| 2014 300C | 11 | 0 |
| 2013 300C | 35 | 0 |
| 2012 300C | 15 | 0 |
| 2011 300C | 25 | 0 |
| 2010 | 10 | 1 |
| 2009 300C | 11 | 1 |
| 2008 300C | 30 | 1 |
| 2007 300C | 112 | 1 |
| 2006 300C | 698 | 1 |
| 2005 300C | 288 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chrysler 300C?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Chrysler 300C?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2010 Chrysler 300C a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 300C model years, the 2010 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.