The Lemon Index2013 Chrysler 300.
The 2013 Chrysler 300 is one of the worst years by owner complaints: 179 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 231, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 6 recalls, and it gets 17 to 23 mpg combined. The best Chrysler 300 year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 306 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chrysler 300 year. 2013 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 17K to 74K miles on the car (209 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- electrical complaints mostly came at 28K–71K miles
- transmission & drivetrain complaints mostly came at 7K–71K miles
- engine complaints mostly came at 29K–86K miles
Recalls 6
- airbags 2019
Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
- airbags 2018
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- electrical 2017
The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator.
Show all 6 recalls
- transmission & drivetrain 2016
The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to …
- electrical 2014
In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
- transmission & drivetrain 2013
In the affected vehicles, the transmission output shaft may fracture.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Chrysler told dealers about
Chrysler sent dealers 316 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves…
- 845RE Harsh 2-1 Downshift This bulletin involves replacing the transmission valve body
- Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor 1) If you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenDesiccated air bag inflator rupture2021
- ClosedVehicle rollaway, engine on2016
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler 300 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2800–4700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
The headlights on my Chrysler 300c are terrible. On high beam they are in the trees, low beam they are straight ahead no side lighting. Not a safe situation.
2013 Chrysler 300 owner · NHTSA complaint 10627138
More owner reports
Upon exiting vehicle (while placing rocker gear shift in park position), vehicle rolled away in reverse down inclined driveway. Personal injury and vehicle body damage sustained to right rear lower panel.
NHTSA complaint 10893566
Consumer requests reimbursement for paying for gas because vehicle has been recalled and does not want to drive the it.
NHTSA complaint 10667995
Quick answers
Is the 2013 Chrysler 300 reliable?
No, it is one of the worst by government complaints. It drew 2.3× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 231; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Chrysler 300 year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2013 Chrysler 300 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (45%), transmission & drivetrain (21%) and engine (9%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2013 Chrysler 300 have?
6 safety recalls (latest: airbags). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Chrysler 300 get?
17 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2013 Chrysler 300 safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2013 Chrysler 300 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 17,500 and 74,300 miles. The middle report was at 42,000 miles, from 209 complaints.
Does the 2013 Chrysler 300 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 21% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2013 Chrysler 300 cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $4700 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2013 Chrysler 300 have?
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl.
What Chrysler 300 year is better than the 2013?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2016 and 2017.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works