2016 CHRYSLER 300C — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
13
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
6
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 CHRYSLER 300C
The 2016 CHRYSLER 300C has received a total of 13 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (4 complaints), Unknown Or Other (2 complaints), and Electronic Stability Control Esc (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300C
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300C. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300C
13 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300C. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated while driving at 60-65 MPH, the warning message "Service Power Steering" appeared on the instrument panel and the steering wheel lost power. The contact veered to side of the road and opened the hood of the vehicle but could not determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated she was able to restart the vehicle and she drove to her residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated while driving, the warning messages "Shift To park" and "Service Power Steering" appeared on the instrument panel and the vehicle suddenly lost power. The contact stated she switched gears to park and was able to restart the vehicle. The contact veered to the side of the road for a short moment, then she drove to her destination. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring. The dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 107,250.
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated while driving at 60-65 MPH, the warning message "Service Power Steering" appeared on the instrument panel and the steering wheel lost power. The contact veered to side of the road and opened the hood of the vehicle but could not determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated she was able to restart the vehicle and she drove to her residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated while driving, the warning messages "Shift To park" and "Service Power Steering" appeared on the instrument panel and the vehicle suddenly lost power. The contact stated she switched gears to park and was able to restart the vehicle. The contact veered to the side of the road for a short moment, then she drove to her destination. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring. The dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 107,250.
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that two leaks had formed in the ceiling of his vehicle; one leak was located in the middle of the rear section of the panoramic sunroof and another leak had formed in the upper handle above the rear passenger seat. The dealer was notified of the failure and an appointment was made to inspect the vehicle. The contact had also taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic and the seals and tubes located around the sunroof were tested and no failures were found. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and referred him to the NHTSA for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000
SCREEN TURNS BLACK AND GREEN WHEN ON REVERSE OR SOMETIMES GO BLACK WHILE DRIVING, MAKING CERTAIN CONTROLS LIKE HEATED SEATS AND HEATED STEERING WHEEL INOPERABLE. THE ENTIRE SCREEN FLASHES WITH LINES AND FLIPS BETWEEN BLACK AND GREEN. ISSUE HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY, BUT MORE WHEN PUTTING THE CAR ON REVERSE INSTEAD OF SHOWING REAR IMAGE IT GOES INTO A FLASHING GREEN SCREEN. DEALER TELLS ME THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE AND USUALLY THEY REPLACE THE ENTIRE UNIT WHICH COSTS THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS. ISSUE HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR OVER 6 MONTHS AND NOW CAR IS 90 MILES OVER THE 36K BUMPER TO BUMPER AND HAD TO OPEN CASE WITH CHRYSLER TO SEE IF THEY CAN COVER THE REPAIR/DIAGNOSTIC
SCREEN TURNS BLACK AND GREEN WHEN ON REVERSE OR SOMETIMES GO BLACK WHILE DRIVING, MAKING CERTAIN CONTROLS LIKE HEATED SEATS AND HEATED STEERING WHEEL INOPERABLE. THE ENTIRE SCREEN FLASHES WITH LINES AND FLIPS BETWEEN BLACK AND GREEN. ISSUE HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY, BUT MORE WHEN PUTTING THE CAR ON REVERSE INSTEAD OF SHOWING REAR IMAGE IT GOES INTO A FLASHING GREEN SCREEN. DEALER TELLS ME THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE AND USUALLY THEY REPLACE THE ENTIRE UNIT WHICH COSTS THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS. ISSUE HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR OVER 6 MONTHS AND NOW CAR IS 90 MILES OVER THE 36K BUMPER TO BUMPER AND HAD TO OPEN CASE WITH CHRYSLER TO SEE IF THEY CAN COVER THE REPAIR/DIAGNOSTIC
Safety Rating for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300C
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 CHRYSLER 300C in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300C
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300C. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
9003640 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Electronic Shift Module If DTC's U11C3, U0074 are present Stored or Active, please contact Pemi Sabageh at cell (519) 300-0629 or David Dysarz at (248) 944-0310. If you do not receive a call within 15 minutes please proceed with the repair. Please return parts back to FCA Engineering if ESM...
68225378A — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel - Sales Code EXF
04581581A — EQUIPMENT
Pump - vacuum
52029760A — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Urea tank shell
1LL89HDAA — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Parts.
1LL89HDAA — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Parts.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 CHRYSLER 300C
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CHRYSLER 300C
- 2011 CHRYSLER 300C — 35 complaints
- 2012 CHRYSLER 300C — 17 complaints
- 2013 CHRYSLER 300C — 44 complaints
- 2014 CHRYSLER 300C — 14 complaints
- 2015 CHRYSLER 300C — 18 complaints
- 2016 CHRYSLER 300C (current)
- 2017 CHRYSLER 300C — 6 complaints
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