Reliable Auto DB

2017 Chrysler 300 reliability

Is it reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2017 Chrysler 300 holds 82 complaints after 10 years, a rate of 5 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most 300 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 6. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Wiring and Axle shaft.

2012 Chrysler 300
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Complaints

82

Per year

5

Recalls

2

Years on the road

10

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (29 of 82), then Structure (11) and Air bags (6). Those filings include 2 that report a crash and 2 that report an injury.

Next to 2016 and 2018

The 2016 300 has 76 complaints, 6 per year, and the 2018 has 153 complaints, 11 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2017 Chrysler 300. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (2)

Recall electrical system, wiring 2018-05-17 · NHTSA campaign 18V332000
Summary 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 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 turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Remedy 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 transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Recall powertrain, axle assembly, axle shaft 2017-02-14 · NHTSA campaign 17V097000
Summary 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.
Remedy 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.

Complaints by component (82 total)

Electrical system
29
Structure
11
Air bags
6
Powertrain
6
Service brakes
5
Engine
4
Exterior lighting
4
Fuel and propulsion system
3
Equipment
2
Seat belts
2
Suspension
2
Back-over prevention
1
Forward collision avoidance
1
Lane departure
1
Latches, locks, and linkages
1
Seats
1
Steering
1
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Crash-flagged

2

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

2

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

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Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "airbag deployed during fender bender. had driving leg forward and left leg bent at 90 degree angle. When airbag deployed it hit right leg full force and basically exploded the bones. Almost lost my leg. Permanently…"
    Air bags · filed 2026-02-21
  • "Airbag light on. Dealer says DRIVERS SEATBELT HARNESS OR CLIP ISSUE. HARD TO GET PART. AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY IN ACCIDENT"
    Seat belts · filed 2026-02-12
  • "I have had zero accidents, am the original owner. Airbag light has come on. Seatbelt harness and buckle im told by my dealer needs to be completely replaced"
    Seat belts · filed 2026-02-04
  • "My, Instrument Cluster PanelChrysler 300c. It with out and replace,on.10/1/25,And with out again, on10/22/25. THey tried,Convince me I, need a Battery. So I had it check,said .They said, my battery, low. Because…"
    Electrical system · filed 2025-10-23
  • "Emergency brake was engaged, the car lurched forward a significant distance, nearly causing an accident"
    Latches, locks, and linkages · filed 2025-07-31

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
300 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 19 30 23 MPG $2800
300 5.7L, 8-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 16 25 19 MPG $3900
300 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 8-speed Rear-wheel drive 19 30 23 MPG $2800
300 all-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 8-speed All-wheel drive 18 27 21 MPG $3100
300 all-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 8-speed All-wheel drive 18 27 21 MPG $3100

Specs and fitment

Second-generation LX, 2012–2023
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2017 Chrysler 300 reliable?

NHTSA's file on the 2017 Chrysler 300 holds 82 complaints after 10 years, a rate of 5 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most 300 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 6. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Wiring and Axle shaft.

What are common problems with a 2017 Chrysler 300?

The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (29 of 82), then Structure (11) and Air bags (6). Those filings include 2 that report a crash and 2 that report an injury.

Is the 2017 Chrysler 300 more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2016 300 has 76 complaints, 6 per year, and the 2018 has 153 complaints, 11 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.

Has the 2017 Chrysler 300 been recalled?

The 2017 Chrysler 300 has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2017 Chrysler 300?

Owners have filed 82 complaints about the 2017 Chrysler 300 with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2017 Chrysler 300 get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2017 Chrysler 300 is 21.4 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

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.