Chrysler 300S Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 14, 2019 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Chrysler 300S, across 6 model years (2005–2010). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2006, with 1 complaints
2005: 0200502006: 1200612007: 0200702008: 1200812009: 0200902010: 120101

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Chrysler 300S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No 300S model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2010 300S: 1 complaint, 1 recall
  2. 2008 300S: 1 complaint, 1 recall
  3. 2006 300S: 1 complaint, 1 recall

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Chrysler 300S problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Engine110
Fuel/propulsion System110

All Chrysler 300S model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2010 300S11—Unknown or Other
2009 300S01——
2008 300S11—Electrical System
2007 300S01——
2006 300S11—Fuel/propulsion System
2005 300S01——

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Frequently asked questions

Which Chrysler 300S years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2010 (1), 2008 (1), 2006 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Chrysler 300S?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Chrysler 300S have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.