The 2018 Chrysler 300 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 153 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (69 reports).
2018 Chrysler 300 recalls
Side curtain airbag may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants
Some 2018-2021 Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger vehicles have side curtain airbag inflators that may rupture because of a manufacturing defect.
Engine May Stall or Fail to Start Due to Faulty Control Module
The powertrain control module, the computer that manages the engine, may contain a voltage regulator chip on its circuit board that can fail.
Cruise Control May Not Shut Off, Raising Crash Risk
A short circuit in the wiring can stop the cruise control from disengaging, whether by pressing the brake pedal or switching the system off manually.
Transmission May Not Shift Into Park, Risking Rollaway
An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in certain vehicles.
Most common 2018 Chrysler 300 problems
Problem areas named in the 153 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 69 |
| Unknown Or Other | 53 |
| Power Train | 17 |
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 |
| Structure | 7 |
| Back Over Prevention | 6 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
What owners report
The vehicle's LCD screen has become delaminated which causes the control of the radio, air conditioning, heat, navigation, and other features controlled by the "radio" portion of the car to become dysfunctional. The car will randomly beep, change air temperatures, start/stop navigation, cause the loss of hands-free communication. This is a safety hazard as it causes the driver to be distracted in order to attend to the incessant beeping, (which doesn't go off even if the power to the unit is shut off) and issues related to AC/heat, navigation or radio (volume, etc.). Winters here are brutal, heat and defrost are required to not die from frost bite, or visual impairment. This appears from Ch
The vehicle's LCD screen has become delaminated which causes the control of the radio, air conditioning, navigation, and other features controlled by the "radio" portion of the car to become dysfunctional. The car will randomly beep, change air temperatures, start radio channels to scramble and back up camera works only sporadically. This is a safety hazard as it causes the driver to be distracted in order to attend to the incessant beeping and issues related to AC/heat, navigation or radio (volume, etc.). This appears from Chrysler Forums to be an issue among a large group of Chrysler 300 Year Model 2018 owners. I am encouraging them to file a concern with your group and to ask for a recall
Vehicle suddenly stalled at a red light and did not turn back on. Everything shut down. Also The factory-installed backup camera has failed completely. When the vehicle is shifted into reverse, the infotainment screen remains blank or black. This failure significantly reduces rearward visibility, creating a severe safety risk for pedestrians and property, Also not allowing access to temp control, radio, phone, cruise control, etc.
Date: February 22, 2026 VIA CERTIFIED MAIL FCA US LLC Customer Care P.O. Box 21-8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8004 RE: FORMAL COMPLAINT â Safety Defect (Rearview Camera Failure) Vehicle 1: 2012 Chrysler 300S (VIN: [XXX] ) Vehicle 2: 2018 Chrysler 300S (VIN: [XXX] ) To the Chrysler Customer Care Team: I am a loyal, multi-vehicle Chrysler owner currently residing in San Diego County. I am writing to formally report a persistent and dangerous safety defect affecting both of my Chrysler 300S vehicles. Description of Defect: In both vehicles, the factory-installed backup camera has failed completely. When the vehicles are shifted into reverse, the infotainment screen remains blank or black. This
The vehicle's LCD screen has become delaminated which causes the control of the radio, air conditioning, navigation, and other features controlled by the "radio" portion of the car to become dysfunctional. The car will randomly beep, change air temperatures, start navigation, cause the loss of hands-free communication. This is a safety hazard as it causes the driver to be distracted in order to attend to the incessant beeping and issues related to AC/heat, navigation or radio (volume, etc.). This appears from Chrysler Forums to be an issue among a large group of Chrysler 300 Year Model 2018 owners.
2018 Chrysler 300 questions
Does the 2018 Chrysler 300 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2018 Chrysler 300: Side curtain airbag may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants; Engine May Stall or Fail to Start Due to Faulty Control Module; Cruise Control May Not Shut Off, Raising Crash Risk; Transmission May Not Shift Into Park, Risking Rollaway. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chrysler 300?
Based on 153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (69), Unknown Or Other (53), Power Train (17).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.