Complaints
104
Crashes
17
Fires
3
Injuries
18
Fatalities
1
Recalls
0
Worst 2002 Chrysler 300M Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#19 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:43,888 mi
Crash-related:1
#26 complaints
Air Bags:Frontal
Avg mileage:51,806 mi
Crash-related:5
#36 complaints
Transmission / Drivetrain
Avg mileage:106,134 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2002 Chrysler 300M.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 9 | 1 | — | 43,888 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 6 | 5 | — | 51,806 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | 106,134 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 6 | 1 | — | 80,489 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | 1 | — | 119,200 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Side/Window | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — |
Electrical Faults
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
43,888
Air Bags:Frontal
6
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
51,806
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
106,134
Seat-Related Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
80,489
Steering Defects
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
119,200
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Side/Window
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2002 Chrysler 300M — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2002 Chrysler 300M reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2002 Chrysler 300M has 104 NHTSA complaints, 17 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 9 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2002 Chrysler 300M?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (9 complaints, avg 43,888 mi); Air Bags:Frontal (6 complaints, avg 51,806 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (6 complaints, avg 106,134 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 2002 Chrysler 300M?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 76,993 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2002 Chrysler 300M?
NHTSA complaints for the 2002 Chrysler 300M include 17 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 18 injuries, and 1 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 2002 Chrysler 300M have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2002 Chrysler 300M as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2002 Chrysler 300M?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chrysler 300M reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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