2016 CHRYSLER 300 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
4/5
Safety Rating
100
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
37
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 CHRYSLER 300
The 2016 CHRYSLER 300 has received a total of 100 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL. 37 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (14 complaints), Unknown Or Other (14 complaints), and Electrical System (13 complaints).
Recalls for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300, potentially affecting up to 14,518,211 vehicles.
Recall 18E053000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
| 1,930 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring,...
Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is...
View full details →Recall 18V332000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
| 4,815,661 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018...
Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note:...
View full details →Recall 18V332000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
| 4,815,661 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018...
Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note:...
View full details →Recall 18V332000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 4,815,661 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018...
Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note:...
View full details →Recall 17V097000 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
| 69,298 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
Consequence: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300
100 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 14 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 14 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structureinterior Panelsdoor | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact purchased a 2016 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle, the vehicle was taken to a dealer for several repairs, and the contact was concerned that there was a mileage discrepancy as per a Carfax Report. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 117,338; however, the Carfax Report indicated that the mileage was 156,268 in February 2017. The Carfax Report also stated that the odometer had previously been tampered with in 2017 and indicated a mileage of 5,093 instead of 7,542. The contact stated that currently the approximate mileage was 166,801.
Notified by repair shop that my vehicle is experiencing identical problems with the fuel rail and fuel injector that was recalled for Mercedes in my class and year, but the dealer says my VIN is not applicable currently. Recall campaign number is 2022030003 and NHSTSA ID is 21V961. Was informed by dealer to call customer care at Mercedes, and subsequently informed by Mercedes to fill out this form.
The oil filter housing w/sender unit leaks oil under the upper intake plemun. The oil filter Chrysler installed in the vehicle is plastic.
Fuel pump lid is electrical connection is cause a malfunction when fuel up and burning a hole in the electrical connection causing fuel to leak out under the back seat this need to be fix before someone is killed do to a fire this is the 2n time being replace and the same issue
Fuel pump lid is electrical connection is cause a malfunction when fuel up and burning a hole in the electrical connection causing fuel to leak out under the back seat this need to be fix before someone is killed do to a fire this is the 2n time being replace and the same issue
Safety Rating for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300
The 2016 CHRYSLER 300 received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 37 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
S1408000384 — LANE DEPARTURE
Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
08-054-21 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
High Beam Headlamps Flicker This bulletin involves installing jumper wires from the Power Distribution Center(PDC) to the headlamp connectors. The technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).B1632-15 - Left High Beam Control-Circuit Short To Battery Or Open. B1636-11 - Right High Beam Control-Circuit Short...
23-042-20 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Headlamp Condensation and Fogging This bulletin involves installing updated vent caps on the headlamp assembly. Customers may experience the following:One or both of the vehicle?s headlamp assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses.
UB4 Rev. 6 — ENGINE
Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
UB4 Rev. 5 — FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Revised Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
9003795 — VISIBILITY
Motor, Windshield Wiper For Jeep Grand Cherokee, Dodge Durango, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger that exhibit a non-functional Windshield Wiper Motor, replace the entire wiper module and contact FCA Current Production Quality at (248) 613-7591. If no response within 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
9003795 — EQUIPMENT
Motor, Windshield Wiper For Jeep Grand Cherokee, Dodge Durango, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger that exhibit a non-functional Windshield Wiper Motor, replace the entire wiper module and contact FCA Current Production Quality at (248) 613-7591. If no response within 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
08-028-17 REV. B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
RA3 and RA4 Radio Over The Air Software Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The following improvements are included in this update:Fix...
9003772 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Housing, Fuel Fill Before ordering or replacing this part please contact Dennis Gauthier at cell (248) 613-9756. If no response is received within 15 minutes, then proceed with required repair.
1807517 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following DTCs: P000B - Bank 1 Camshaft 2 Position Slow Response. P0016...
Showing 10 of 37 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CHRYSLER 300
- 2011 CHRYSLER 300 — 266 complaints
- 2012 CHRYSLER 300 — 618 complaints
- 2013 CHRYSLER 300 — 402 complaints
- 2014 CHRYSLER 300 — 319 complaints
- 2015 CHRYSLER 300 — 142 complaints
- 2016 CHRYSLER 300 (current)
- 2017 CHRYSLER 300 — 102 complaints
- 2018 CHRYSLER 300 — 205 complaints
- 2019 CHRYSLER 300 — 83 complaints
- 2020 CHRYSLER 300 — 10 complaints
- 2021 CHRYSLER 300 — 24 complaints
Other CHRYSLER Models
- CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY — 18,996 total complaints
- CHRYSLER PACIFICA — 10,103 total complaints
- CHRYSLER 200 — 6,913 total complaints
- CHRYSLER SEBRING — 4,094 total complaints
- CHRYSLER PT CRUISER — 3,417 total complaints
- CHRYSLER CONCORDE — 2,991 total complaints
- CHRYSLER 300C — 1,758 total complaints
- CHRYSLER LHS — 1,430 total complaints