The Lemon Index2019 Chrysler 300.
The 2019 Chrysler 300 is better than average by owner complaints: 20 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 56, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 19 to 23 mpg combined. The best Chrysler 300 year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 61 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chrysler 300 year. 2019 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 1K to 50K miles on the car (11 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 2
- airbags 2024
The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
- electrical 2019
The instrument cluster may not properly illuminate driver warnings.
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 270 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Right Rear Window Switch Inoperable at Times This bulletin involves replacing the right rear…
- Center Console USB Ports Are Inoperative Due To Pinched Wiring Harness
- High Beam Headlamps Flicker This bulletin involves installing jumper wires from the Power…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chrysler 300 4 DR RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2800–3900 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
I park my on 3/25/2020 coming from running errands about an hour later my horn just was going off by itself. I had to hit the alarm to stop it than it will go off every 20 to 30 mins.
2019 Chrysler 300 owner · NHTSA complaint 11319332
More owner reports
Uconnect error 20 update failure result causing "no rearview mirror dimmer" function availability
NHTSA complaint 11425976
Touch screen may freeze disabling driver from adjusting climate, audio, navigation, user manual, and all other on-board screen functions. While frozen screen remains on even after vehicle has been turned off.
NHTSA complaint 11465682
Quick answers
Is the 2019 Chrysler 300 reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.8× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 56; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Chrysler 300 year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2019 Chrysler 300 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (65%), wipers & visibility (25%) and lights (15%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2019 Chrysler 300 have?
2 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 2019 Chrysler 300 get?
19 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2019 Chrysler 300 safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2019 Chrysler 300 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 10% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2019 Chrysler 300 cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $3900 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2019 Chrysler 300 have?
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl.
What Chrysler 300 year is better than the 2019?
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