2013 Chrysler 300

184 serious complaints of 306, the most about power train (58) and engine (36); per car on the road, 1.3× this model's usual year. 6 recalls. NHTSA investigation EA16002: vehicle rollaway, engine on. NHTSA investigation EA21002: desiccated air bag inflator rupture.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2013 chrysler 300. While driving at low speeds, the vehicle would independently shift out of gear without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v240000 (power train); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the power train, Jul 2016

“The contact owns a 2013 chrysler 300. While driving 35 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact turned off the vehicle, attempted to restart it, but the engine failed to work.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Oct 2017

Fixes and extended coverage

• Extended coverage MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessary. (09-002-14, Jun 2014)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

306 owner complaints · 6 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 17–23 mpg · NHTSA: 5 of 5 stars · 2013 trims and features