2004 Chrysler 300M Problems
Typical for Model
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Chrysler 300M.
Complaints
117
Crashes
7
Fires
0
Injuries
6
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2004 Chrysler 300M Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#112 complaints
Electrical Faults
Avg mileage:51,725 mi
#28 complaints
Airbags
Avg mileage:73,100 mi
#38 complaints
Structural Problems
Avg mileage:76,726 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Chrysler 300M.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 12 | — | — | 51,725 mi | |
| Airbags | 8 | — | — | 73,100 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 8 | — | — | 76,726 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 7 | — | — | 30,504 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | 85,507 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 5 | 1 | — | 67,655 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Horn | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Starter Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Fog Lights | 1 | — | — | — |
Electrical Faults
12
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
51,725
Airbags
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
73,100
Structural Problems
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
76,726
Engine & Cooling
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
30,504
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
85,507
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
67,655
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Interior Lighting
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Child Seat
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Fog Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2004 Chrysler 300M — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2004 Chrysler 300M reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2004 Chrysler 300M has 117 NHTSA complaints, 7 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 12 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Chrysler 300M?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (12 complaints, avg 51,725 mi); Airbags (8 complaints, avg 73,100 mi); Structural Problems (8 complaints, avg 76,726 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 2004 Chrysler 300M?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 62,699 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2004 Chrysler 300M?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Chrysler 300M include 7 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 6 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 2004 Chrysler 300M have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2004 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 2004 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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