The Lemon IndexAll cars · Chrysler 300 · 2021
2021 Chrysler 300. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Airbags | 64% |
| Brakes | 9% |
| Body structure | 9% |
| Wipers & visibility | 9% |
| Fuel system | 9% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
24V198000 Mar 2024 Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain / Inflator
Defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk. An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
Remedy. Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.
21V516000 Jul 2021 Visibility / Windshield
Defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk. A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy. Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y47.
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chrysler 300 4 DR RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Engines and drivetrains 3
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 19 / 30 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 8-spd | AWD | 18 / 27 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 16 / 25 / 19 | Midgrade | $3,750 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
YouTube repair topics
200 videos about the 2011–2023 Chrysler 300, 34.2M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 5 | 436K |
| Spark plugs & ignition coils | 1 | 316K |
| Death wobble & steering | 3 | 244K |
| Oil changes & service | 1 | 223K |
| Heat, A/C & blend door | 2 | 221K |
| Lifters, AFM & cam phasers | 1 | 213K |
| Fuel pump, filter & tank | 1 | 113K |
| No-start: theft light, key & ignition | 1 | 106K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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