2008 Chrysler 300c problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Electrical System (12) · Engine (5) · Fuel/Propulsion System (4)
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Safety recalls (1)
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 2015-05-26 · campaign 15V313000 · 4,077,169 vehicles ⚠ DO NOT DRIVE
Defect: 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,
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 1-888-648-782
Service bulletins (44)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2023-09-15 · 9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
connector kit before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957a$, check it in the mopar connector repair kit website to confirm part number and applicability. there is an error with the wiring diagrams in service library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. please use
Electrical System:wiring 2023-09-15 · 9100226 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
connector kit before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957a$, check it in the mopar connector repair kit website to confirm part number and applicability. there is an error with the wiring diagrams in service library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. please use
Power Train 2021-04-07 · 9004009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
transmission kit with torque converter 1. all promaster (vf) 3.6l/62te equipped vehicles. if the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (part number 06511385a$) are one-time usage. vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires service kit p
Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
Equipment 2020-04-22 · 08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
Showing the 6 most recent of 44 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-05-27 · Fuel/Propulsion System“engine stall immediately following fuel tank fill up. chrysler refuses x53 lifetime extended warranty. service bulletin 14-002-14 applies to 2005-2006. i own 2008. identical car. identical problem. happens every time fuel is filled. …”
2025-01-23 · Fuel/Propulsion System“there is a fuel smell in the car, for the first 1/4 tank of gas. the smell is really bad in the back seat. after the car is under 1/2 tank the fuel odor begins to subside. passengers in car begin to have headaches and upset stomachs. after veiwing other chrysler forum's - i believe this to be common with this style of car and an extreme safety iss…”
2025-01-13 · Electrical System · 160,000 mi“the contact’s friend owns a 2008 chrysler 300c. the contact stated that while his friend was starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal burning odor entering the vehicle through the vents. the contact was informed that there was an unknown warning illuminated. the contact’s friend was no longer able to start the vehicle. additionally, the key fob …”
2023-04-17 · Electrical System:ignition · 186,145 mi“the contact owns a 2008 chrysler 300c. the contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. the vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. the contact stated that an independent mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure; however, the mechanic stated that the failure…”
2021-06-19 · Engine“while stopped at a stop light, one of the radiator cooling fans (plastic) disintegrated, severely damaging the radiator beyond repair. engine coolant was quickly lost. we pulled off to the side of the road. we had to replace the cooling fans and radiator.…”
2021-04-05 · Unknown Or Other · 160,000 mi“i have a 2008 chrysler 300 and chrysler has stopped providing updates to the navigation system in 2018. this is very dangerous as the navigator provides prompt to turn on the road which no longer exist as well as traveling on highways which are shown to be in the middle of a forest or swamp.…”
2020-07-16 · Fuel/Propulsion System“it seems chrysler doesn't have the correct fuel pump ! they sell my 3 different ones and all do not work. they even match it with the vin! i can't get one to work and i spent thousands. a lot of others on 300 forums have had the same issue !! so many 6.1 and higher that need that fuel pump but chrysler seems to keep sending me parts and taking my …”
2019-02-20 · Power Train · 43,000 mi“transmission pump isn't working…”
2019-02-02 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 145,000 mi“fuel leak under right rear seat…”
2018-09-11 · Engine · 275,000 mi“pulling into driveway, i later noticed fluid on the ground. opened up hood and found out radiator fan blade broke off and punctured the radiator resulting in having to replace both radiator and fan assembly. chrysler issued a csn (customer service notice) that this may happen, but no safety recall issued.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.