2015 Chrysler 300 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Chrysler 300.

20142016
Complaints
142
per 10K Sold
26.7
US Sales
53,109
Crashes
17
Fires
2
Injuries
12
Fatalities
Recalls
4

Worst 2015 Chrysler 300 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#124 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:40,341 mi
Crash-related:1
#213 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:35,912 mi
Crash-related:1
#311 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:39,280 mi
Crash-related:7
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Chrysler 300.

Transmission / Drivetrain
24
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
40,341
Electrical Faults
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
35,912
Airbags
11
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
Avg Miles
39,280
Steering Defects
10
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
45,476
Engine Problems
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
63,333
Electronic Stability Control
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
58,929
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
62,071
Suspension Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
35,736
Fuel System
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
54,340
Unintended Acceleration
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
42,933
Headlight/Taillight Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
33,683
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Abs Warning Light
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Chrysler 300

4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~7,715,084 vehicles.

19V018000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~1,413,222 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

18V332000Electrical System:software · Vehicle Speed Control:cruise Control · Electrical System:wiring
~4,815,661 affected

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.

17V097000Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
~69,298 affected

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.

15V461000Equipment:electrical:radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.
~1,416,903 affected

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.

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2015 Chrysler 300 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 Chrysler 300 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2015 Chrysler 300 has 142 NHTSA complaints, 17 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 24 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Chrysler 300?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (24 complaints, avg 40,341 mi); Electrical Faults (13 complaints, avg 35,912 mi); Airbags (11 complaints, avg 39,280 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Chrysler 300?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 44,978 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Chrysler 300?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Chrysler 300 include 17 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 12 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 Chrysler 300 have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 7,715,084 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2015 Chrysler 300?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chrysler 300 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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