Chrysler 300 years to avoid and best years
Newer Chrysler 300 years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2013 has the most complaints per year, at 40 (306 complaints). 2013 through 2014 are in that same range. From 2018 on, complaints per year fall. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2022 at 1 (from 5 complaints), 2020 at 1 (from 10 complaints), and 2021 at 1 (from 20 complaints). On the 2013 Chrysler 300, 93 of 306 complaints name Electrical system.
Data as of .
Chrysler 300 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Chrysler 300. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 → | 2 | 6 | 1 | Service brakes | 20.3 |
| 2022 → Fewest | 1 | 5 | 2 | Air bags | 21 |
| 2021 → Fewest | 1 | 20 | 2 | Air bags | 21 |
| 2020 → Fewest | 1 | 10 | 2 | Air bags | 21 |
| 2019 → | 5 | 60 | 2 | Air bags | 21.4 |
| 2018 → | 11 | 153 | 4 | Electrical system | 21.4 |
| 2017 → | 5 | 82 | 2 | Electrical system | 21.4 |
| 2016 → | 6 | 76 | 3 | Powertrain | 21.4 |
| 2015 → | 9 | 98 | 5 | Powertrain | 21.4 |
| 2014 → | 39 | 236 | 8 | Powertrain | 20.1 |
| 2013 → Most | 40 | 306 | 6 | Electrical system | 20.3 |
| 2012 → | 17 | 426 | 9 | Electrical system | 19.8 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- 5W-20 full synthetic (3.6L V6 ~5.9 qt; 5.7L V8 ~7 qt with filter)
- Tire size
- 215/65R17, 225/60R18, 235/55R19, or 245/45R20 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 17V097000 covers certain 2014-2017 Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (69,298 units across those nameplates). Front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, with loss of motive power. Dealers replace all eight front driveshaft bolts.
Frequently asked questions
Which Chrysler 300 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2022 at 1 (from 5 complaints), 2020 at 1 (from 10 complaints), and 2021 at 1 (from 20 complaints).
Which Chrysler 300 year has the most owner complaints?
2013 has the most complaints per year, at 40 (306 complaints). 2013 through 2014 are in that same range. On the 2013 Chrysler 300, 93 of 306 complaints name Electrical system.
How do Chrysler 300 owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Chrysler 300 years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. From 2018 on, complaints per year fall.
What generation is the 2018 Chrysler 300?
LX sedan second generation (2012-2023) for the US years this site tracks.
What oil does a Chrysler 300 with the 3.6L Pentastar take?
US generation notes list 5W-20 full synthetic for the 3.6L V6 Pentastar.
What tire sizes does a Chrysler 300 use?
Common US fits include 235/55R19 on common mid trims and 245/45R20 on S and performance trims.