CarRecallWatchThe 2000 Chrysler 300M has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 242 complaints with NHTSA, including 16 crashes, 5 fires, 19 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (56 reports).
2000 Chrysler 300M recalls
Most common 2000 Chrysler 300M problems
Problem areas named in the 242 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 56 |
| Structure | 39 |
| Air Bags | 29 |
| Wheels | 21 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 18 |
| Seats | 16 |
| Tires | 16 |
| Visibility | 14 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Power Train | 12 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2000 Chrysler 300M. The contact stated that the lift support struts of the hood and the trunk had failed, causing the trunk and the hood to close on her head when raised. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER 300M. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED A STRONG FUEL ODOR OUTSIDE AND INSIDE THE VEHICLE. ALSO, THE MISFIRE FUEL INJECTION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SAHARA CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM (LOCATED AT 5050 W SAHARA AVE #3400, LAS VEGAS, NV 89146, (800) 506-5050) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE TUBE CONNECTED TO THE FUEL INJECTOR RAIL WAS LEAKING, WHICH CAUSED THE VACUUM TUBE, FUEL LINE CLIP, FUEL SUPPLY TUBE, AND FUEL VAPOR TO HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE TWICE AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED TO FILE A COMPLAINT WITH NHTSA. THE FAILURE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER 300M EQUIPPED WITH TOYO PROXES T1R TIRES (NA), SIZE: 245/45ZR16 94W (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TREAD WAS SEPARATING FROM ALL FOUR TIRES AND THERE WERE CRACKS IN EACH TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT TIRE STORE, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURES COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE TIRES WERE NOT REPLACED. THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE TIRES TO A TIRE STORE. NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE DOT NUMBER AND TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WERE NOT PROVIDED. THE APPROXIMATE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 180,000.
THE AIR BAG LIGHT FLASH ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING
TAKATA RECALL THE KEY IGNITION KEPT GETTING STUCK UNTIL THE KEY BROKE OFF IN THE IGNITION. THE SEATBELTS GETS STUCK SOMETIMES WHEN I PUT SON THE CAR AND THEY DONT COME OUT ALL THE WAY. ALSO HAVING PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE WATER PUMP WENT OUT ON THE FREEWAY,TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AFTER THE WATER PUMP.WHITE SMOKE SOMETIMES COME OUT THE TAIL PIPES WHILE DRIVING.DASH BROARD LIGHTS KEEP COMING OFF AND ON WHEN DRIVING. THE TRUCK AND HOOD DOES NOT STAY UP THE AIR HOLDER GIVING OUT. WHEN YOU POP THE TRUCK OR THE HOOD IT DOES POP ALL TIME.
2000 Chrysler 300M questions
Does the 2000 Chrysler 300M have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2000 Chrysler 300M: Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner; Structure:Frame And Members; Child Seat; Seat Belts:Front:Retractor; Seat Belts. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chrysler 300M?
Based on 242 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (56), Structure (39), Air Bags (29).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 Chrysler 300M 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.