Worst 2016 Chrysler 300 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbags
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Chrysler 300.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 14 | 2 | — | 35,727 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 13 | — | — | 29,020 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 13 | 1 | — | 45,638 mi | |
| Fuel System | 7 | — | — | 57,750 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | — | 90,500 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | 2 | — | 38,800 mi | |
| Body Structure | 6 | 1 | — | 30,500 mi | |
| Brakes | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Interior Panels:Door | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Backup Camera | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2016 Chrysler 300
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~4,884,959 vehicles.
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.
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.
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2016 Chrysler 300 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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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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