The Lemon Index2014 Chrysler 300.
The 2014 Chrysler 300 is one of the worst years by owner complaints: 144 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 236, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about transmission & drivetrain, it has 8 recalls, and it gets 17 to 23 mpg combined. The best Chrysler 300 year is 2010.
Lemon alert. 2.4× the average car's complaints.
Best year 2010
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 237 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chrysler 300 year. 2014 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 10K to 67K miles on the car (157 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 9K–53K miles
- transmission & drivetrain complaints mostly came at 5K–61K miles
- engine complaints mostly came at 28K–94K miles
Recalls 8
- airbags 2019
Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
- transmission & drivetrain 2018
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- electrical 2018
These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.
Show all 8 recalls
- electrical 2017
In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
- 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.
- transmission & drivetrain 2017
The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
- 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.
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 311 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor 1) If you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying…
- Hands Free Module - CTM ?
- Trans Oil Pan, Heater Tube or O-ring, Heater Applies to vehicles equipped with 8 speed…
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
Car has a recall and has been stretched into a limo. Chrysler wants me to pay to remove parts so it can be fixed. This should be taken care of by Chrysler. The car may catch on fire as its a bad electrical issue.
2014 Chrysler 300 owner · NHTSA complaint 10779812
More owner reports
I have received a recall for a part in my car that is a safety issue in july. That was the 2nd letter I received and the dealer is still unable to make a fix on the issue.
NHTSA complaint 10899843
2014 Chrysler 300c. Vehicle would not start and check engine light came on after car was purchased two days later.
NHTSA complaint 10659572
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Chrysler 300 reliable?
No, it is one of the worst by government complaints. It drew 2.4× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 236; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Chrysler 300 year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2014 Chrysler 300 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are transmission & drivetrain (35%), electrical (34%) and lights (9%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Chrysler 300 have?
8 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 2014 Chrysler 300 get?
17 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 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 2014 Chrysler 300 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 10,000 and 67,200 miles. The middle report was at 35,000 miles, from 157 complaints.
Does the 2014 Chrysler 300 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 35% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2014 Chrysler 300 cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $4700 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Chrysler 300 have?
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl.
What Chrysler 300 year is better than the 2014?
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