2016 Chrysler 300 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Chrysler 300.

20152017
Complaints
100
per 10K Sold
18.9
US Sales
53,058
Crashes
10
Fires
1
Injuries
8
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2016 Chrysler 300 Problems

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

#114 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:35,727 mi
Crash-related:2
#213 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:29,020 mi
#313 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:45,638 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Chrysler 300.

Airbags
14
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
35,727
Electrical Faults
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
29,020
Transmission / Drivetrain
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
45,638
Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
57,750
Engine Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
90,500
Steering Defects
6
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
38,800
Body Structure
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
30,500
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Interior Panels:Door
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2016 Chrysler 300

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~4,884,959 vehicles.

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.

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2016 Chrysler 300 — FAQ

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

Is the 2016 Chrysler 300 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2016 Chrysler 300 has 100 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 14 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2016 Chrysler 300?
Top reported problems: Airbags (14 complaints, avg 35,727 mi); Electrical Faults (13 complaints, avg 29,020 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (13 complaints, avg 45,638 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 2016 Chrysler 300?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 43,597 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2016 Chrysler 300?
NHTSA complaints for the 2016 Chrysler 300 include 10 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 8 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 2016 Chrysler 300 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 4,884,959 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 2016 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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