2016 Chrysler 300 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (9) · Air Bags (8) · Fuel/Propulsion System (7)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
46 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2018-07-12 · campaign 18E053000 · 1,930 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually tur
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.
Electrical System:software 2018-05-17 · campaign 18V332000 · 4,815,661 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the c
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmissi
Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft 2017-02-14 · campaign 17V097000 · 69,298 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
Risk: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
Service bulletins (304)
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.
Power Train 2026-03-09 · S2621000003 REV.A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845re, 8hp45, 850re, 8hp50, 8hp70, 8hp75, 8hp75-phev, 8hp75-lcv, 8hp90, 8hp95. transmissions may exhibit the following diagnostic codes: p07e4, p1db2, p0716, p1b14, p0733, p1d90, p1d
Electrical System 2026-03-05 · S2608000010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
active diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1a10-00, b1a11-00, b1a12- 00, b1a13-00-, b1a14-00, b1a15-00, b1a16-00, and b1a17-00 in the radio frequency hub (rfh)
Service Brakes 2025-11-18 · 108463 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
Service Brakes 2025-11-17 · 108464 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
Structure:body 2025-08-16 · 31-001-25 REV. B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
aluminum body panel corrosion repair aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
Structure:body 2025-08-14 · 31-001-25 REV. A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
aluminum body panel corrosion repair aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
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What owners report
2026-07-02 · Structure:interior Panels:door · 11,500 mi“the contact owns a 2016 chrysler 300. the contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the interior door panel on all four doors was shuddering while the windows were rolled down due to the air resistance. the contact stated that while attempting to depress the button to unlock the door on the driver’s side door, the door failed to unlo…”
2026-05-14 · Air Bags · 147,141 mi · 💥 crash“the contact owns a 2016 chrysler 300. the contact stated that while driving on a four-lane roadway, at approximately 45 mph, another driver attempted to make a left turn with an obstructed view, ran a red light and collided with the front driver side area of the contact's vehicle near the wheel well. following the impact, the other vehicle spun a…”
2026-02-10 · Electrical System:instrument Panel:speedometer/Odometer · 166,801 mi“the contact purchased a 2016 chrysler 300. the contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle, the vehicle was taken to a dealer for several repairs, and the contact was concerned that there was a mileage discrepancy as per a carfax report. the vehicle was a dealer sale. at the time of purchase, the mileage was 117,338; however, the carfa…”
2026-01-12 · Fuel/Propulsion System“notified by repair shop that my vehicle is experiencing identical problems with the fuel rail and fuel injector that was recalled for mercedes in my class and year, but the dealer says my vin is not applicable currently. recall campaign number is 2022030003 and nhstsa id is 21v961. was informed by dealer to call customer care at mercedes, and subs…”
2024-12-02 · Engine“the oil filter housing w/sender unit leaks oil under the upper intake plemun. the oil filter chrysler installed in the vehicle is plastic.…”
2024-11-08 · Fuel/Propulsion System“fuel pump lid is electrical connection is cause a malfunction when fuel up and burning a hole in the electrical connection causing fuel to leak out under the back seat this need to be fix before someone is killed do to a fire this is the 2n time being replace and the same issue …”
2024-10-29 · Fuel/Propulsion System“when gas tank is filled with more that 3/4 of a tank of gas, fumes are very strong within the vehicle and around it. this continues until the gas tank has less than 3/4 of a tank of gas. there is a recall for the evap canister on my year, make and model...but my vin is not included. …”
2024-08-17 · Engine“1- electrical components lost communication with all module i have diagnostic from dealer. 2- when happened car loose power putting my own safety and other at risk i don’t feel safety no more and all possible lights on dashboard come on. 3- i bring my car to dealer to do a diagnostic and said need change whole car harness, at time that dealer check…”
2024-06-23 · Steering“have been having power steering problems over the past few years. started by displaying a shift to park message while driving, my car would then lose power and shut down completely and power steering would lock up. have taken to dealerships and independent mechanics and was told it was the wiring harness which they repaired several times and the ca…”
2024-04-02 · Steering · 31,000 mi“the contact's son owns a 2016 chrysler 300. the contact stated that the horn was inoperable. additionally, the contact stated while her son was driving 60-65 mph, the vehicle lost power steering functionality inadvertently. there was no warning light illuminated. the contact stated that the driver was able to veer to the side of the road. the conta…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.