2013 Chrysler 300C Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 23, 2024 · 35 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 300C years
Far more complaints than other years 4th of 13 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Chrysler 300C. That ranks 4th out of 13 300C model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (23 complaints, 66%), typically at around 67,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 6 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 2013 Chrysler 300C problems

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

Electrical System23 · ~67,000 mi
Engine4 · ~120,000 mi
Air Bags3 · ~60,500 mi
Power Train3 · ~95,001 mi
Unknown or Other3 · ~126,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System2 · ~106,194 mi
Steering2 · ~85,000 mi
Seat Belts1 · ~77,867 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~67,000 mi
Suspension1 · ~40,002 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System2366%67,000——
Engine411%120,000——
Air Bags39%60,500——
Power Train39%95,001——
Unknown or Other39%126,000——
Fuel/propulsion System26%106,194——
Steering26%85,000——
Seat Belts13%77,867——
Service Brakes13%67,000——
Suspension13%40,002——
Vehicle Speed Control13%30,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2017, with 19 complaints
2017: 192017192018: 102018102019: 4201942022: 1202212024: 120241

n = 35 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Chrysler 300C recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 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 2013 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated while waiting to make a left turn, the contact veered to the left at 5 MPH, and became aware that the steering wheel was unusually stiff. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to make tight…

Steering · received Jan 23, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11567162

The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that the plastic handle on the oil dipstick fractured. Additionally, part of the dipstick was stuck in the tube. The contact was unable to check the oil level. The contact was concerned about a possible fire. The vehicle was taken to the…

Engine · received Feb 9, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11451119

My car caught on fire while driving home. Prior to this incident, three days before fire happened my car kept overheating, but if i was on the freeway car wouldn't overheat. Got home and car would not shut off. My son ran over to the car and told me to disconnect battery cables cuz car was on fire…

Electrical System · received Jul 10, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11230850

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHRYSLER 300C. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD MOVE FORWARD EVEN AFTER IT WAS SHIFTED INTO THE PARK POSITION. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHUT OFF WHEN THE PUSH BUTTON IGNITION WAS PRESSED. THE CONTACT HAD TO SHIFT BACK INTO DRIVE SEVERAL TIMES AND THEN…

Electrical System · received Jun 6, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11218349

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHRYSLER 300C. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE CONTACT POWERED OFF THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S…

Engine · received Apr 11, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11195611

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chrysler 300C?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, air bags problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 23 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Chrysler 300C?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 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 2013 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.