repaired · 2020 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle…
2013 Chrysler 300Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 306 owner complaints about the 2013 Chrysler 300, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-021 the manufacturer reports only 49% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 10, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: OSX, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Chrysler 300 has problems
306 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
131Electrical system18 crash/fire/injury
58Power train7 crash/fire/injury
36Engine4 crash/fire/injury
32Air bags11 crash/fire/injury
17Exterior lighting
17Electronic stability control (ESC)
15Service brakes
13Vehicle speed control
13Steering
4813 other systems8 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 131 | 18 |
| Power train | 58 | 7 |
| Engine | 36 | 4 |
| Air bags | 32 | 11 |
| Exterior lighting | 17 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 17 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 15 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 13 | 2 |
| Steering | 13 | 2 |
| 13 other systems | 48 | 8 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2013 Chrysler 300 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Passenger side: inflator module
Do not driveRisk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle…
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repaired · 2016 Q2
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. The transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chrysler.
Mileage at failure
When do electrical system problems start?
51kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 80 electrical system complaints. 90% were reported before 100,000 miles.
21under 30k miles72under 100k miles8100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other 300 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 300 median. How we score
'69'70'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Chrysler 300 safety ratings
2013 Chrysler 300 4 DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (11.3% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Chrysler 300, and the recalls they led to.
- Vehicle rollaway, engine onLed to recall 16V-240
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What 300 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that driving on multiple occasions while driving at various speeds, the infotainment panel went black and did not work as intended. Additionally, the contact stated that the message “Wrong Gear/Change Gear” was displayed. The contact stated…
The alternator ceased up on me while I was driving on 7/12/2019. This almost caused an accident! I was driving around 55MPH and the steering and brakes completely locked up. I couldn't turn the wheel or stop my car. Eventually I slowed down and barely got the steering wheel to turn so I wasn't…
Per the local dealer inspection the PDC unit has faulty wiring which caused the fuse to burn severely in turn things begin to randomly stop working no sound from radio, doors will not lock at times, back up camera goes in and out.
Own a 2013 300?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.