2011 Chrysler 300C Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 29, 2026 · 25 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 300C years
More complaints than other years 6th of 13 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Chrysler 300C. That ranks 6th out of 13 300C model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (11 complaints, 44%), typically at around 58,450 miles. Complaints mention 2 fires, 1 injury. 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 2011 Chrysler 300C problems

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

Electrical System11 · ~58,450 mi
Engine6 · ~103,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System4 · ~65,650 mi
Air Bags3 · ~55,000 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)2 · ~45,534 mi
Service Brakes2 · ~68,584 mi
Exterior Lighting1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Power Train1 · ~34,168 mi
Steering1 · ~55,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1144%58,450——
Engine624%103,000——
Fuel/propulsion System416%65,650——
Air Bags312%55,000——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)28%45,534——
Service Brakes28%68,584——
Exterior Lighting14%———
Forward Collision Avoidance14%———
Power Train14%34,168——
Steering14%55,000——
Unknown or Other14%50,000——
Vehicle Speed Control14%———
Visibility/wiper14%44,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2017, with 8 complaints
2016: 1201612017: 8201782018: 1201812019: 5201952020: 1202012021: 3202132022: 1202212023: 3202332025: 1202512026: 120261

n = 25 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2011 Chrysler 300C recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Chrysler 300C.

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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.

The contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled and lost power steering on several occasions. The contact stated that the vehicle required to be jumpstarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign…

Electrical System · received May 29, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11740913

The contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that the power steering function was inoperable, and the steering wheel was difficult to turn. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V435000…

Air Bags · received Nov 18, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11700141

the alternator that was supposedly recalled and fixed broke once again.

Engine · received May 9, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11521088

Airbag light stays on. Afraid to drive car that the air bag will not deploy in case of accident or go off unexpectedly. I noticed it before I put the car in drive. Came on while idling.

Air Bags · received Mar 27, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11514084

The alternator went out for the third time The car just died going down the highway The problem was confirmed by the dealership no warning lights at all We had the recall done once then I had to repair it and now it's out again

Electrical System · received Jan 31, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11504743

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chrysler 300C?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 11 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Chrysler 300C?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 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 2011 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.