CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Chrysler 300 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 200 complaints with NHTSA, including 7 crashes, 9 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (121 reports).
2011 Chrysler 300 recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can build up excessive internal pressure when the driver's airbag deploys, and the inflator may then rupture.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash
The passenger frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the airbag.
Alternator May Fail Suddenly, Causing Stalls or Fire
Certain vehicles with electro-hydraulic power steering and a 3.6L or 5.7L engine, equipped with a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator, may have an alternator that suddenly fails.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture over time.
Most common 2011 Chrysler 300 problems
Problem areas named in the 200 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 121 |
| Air Bags | 27 |
| Engine | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 16 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
| Steering | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
What owners report
While driving my child to school a short while ago today, my car accelerated on its own and would not brake. I was attempting to stop for an upcoming red light. The car accelerated without me pressing the gas and the brakes went completely out. I was able to avoid a collision. This lasted for under 1 minute, then suddenly the car decelerated and I was then able to brake.
bought the car 04/27/2023 check engine light came on 2 days after purchase, got a code read at autozone it was codep0302 its a misfire in cylinder 2 only causes vehicke to go into "limp mode" loses power dies whike driving 3 occassions. ive paid to get ut serviced twice and its still not fixed , causing driveabikitt/ emmissions/ecu concern.
1. Engine oil cooler assembly started leaking, due to oil cooler housing plastic cracked from oil changes at dealership. Leaking engine oil almost destroying engine due to lack of engine oil lubrication leaking on to the ground from the rear of vehicle and on to the ground. Vehicle was taken to the dealership and verified that the component has failed and that Chrylser has known of this issue for sometime. 2. I have replaced the bad blend door actuators multiple times on each side of the dashboard, due to the unbearable clicking noise within the dashboard and not letting the ventilation systems change directions in the vehicle.
I have had the vehicle towed 6 times, the vehicle goes completely dead, with new battery, once the vehicle sits for a half a day there is no power to start the car. I have talked to several other people and have had similar problems. I had car towed to Chrysler dealer ship and they said they did not want to work on it? There should be a recall, I have had many Chrysler vehicles but never this type of problem with the electrical. If you park my car on Friday when I get off work, by Monday morning it is completely dead. I have had the vehicle to two local car repair and electrical shops to no avail. (both shop owners said this is a Chrysler manufacture problem) I can be reached at [XXX]. INFO
CAN C BUS: its a typical issue with the 2011 Chrysler 300. The main code for the CAN C Bus "U000200" after the scan tool, the issues found are ABS Can C Bus off performance: BCM (Body Controller Module) Can C Bus off performance, SCCM (Steering Column Control Module) Can C Bus off performance, Radio Frequency Can C Bus off performance. All affect the safety and driveabilty of the car. The car drives and in the midst of driving the car stalls in traffic, the car vibrates really bad, the car seems to lose power on acceleration. Please take a look into this, as this is a common issue with the Chrysler 300.
2011 Chrysler 300 questions
Does the 2011 Chrysler 300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2011 Chrysler 300: Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Alternator May Fail Suddenly, Causing Stalls or Fire; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments; Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chrysler 300?
Based on 200 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (121), Air Bags (27), Engine (18).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Chrysler 300 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.