KnownCarProblems2017 Chrysler 300 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 82 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Chrysler 300, most often about the electrical (35% of complaints, typically around 47,500 miles). It is 13th of 20 300 model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2017 Chrysler 300 problems
Electrical
29 complaints · 35%Half of these problems showed up before 47,500 miles.
The back up camera does not function. The car has 50,000 miles and less than 3 years old. No damage was done to the unit, it just began not functioning properly. Unable to view anything from the camera view when engaged.
The screen on the vehicle is separating from the back side of the screen creating a streaking effect that will automatically push buttons while driving or turn the radio on and off. This is the main system for the car controls and can cause driver safety issues.
Other or unspecified
22 complaints · 27%I am experiencing a know defect in Chrysler vehicles where the interior door panels are separating and warping at the window line. This can cause the side airbags to not deploy correctly and may interfere with the operation of the door locks.
Body and structure
11 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 30,500 miles. Parts named most often: body, interior panels.
The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the passenger's and driver's side door panel detached from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to fullerton Chrysler jeep dodge ram (1050 US highway 22, somerville, nj 08876) where it was inspected however, not repaired. The failure recurred.…
The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler 300. The contact stated all four door panels were delaminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer san diego Chrysler dodge jeep ram (777 camino del rio s, san diego, ca 92108, ([phone]) and were made aware of the failure. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired as of yet.…
Transmission
6 complaints · 7%The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler 300. Upon starting the vehicle, the contact shifted the gear selector into drive and an unknown warning indicator illuminated. Also, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle seized. The vehicle was taken to discovery Chrysler dodge jeep ram (1163 wards rd, altavista, va…
Air bags
6 complaints · 7%Brakes
5 complaints · 6%Rotors are warped per maintenance check which I believe is from the emergency breaking. 43400 miles from leisurely driving and brake pads are still good. When I'm driving downhill and apply breaks, car starts to vibrate. Then at times of high speed of 70-75 the blind spot warning light comes on and the side sensors…
Lights
4 complaints · 5%The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the headlights did not illuminate enough (when making left or right turns) to accommodate his peripheral vision. The vehicle remained with an unknown dealer location for a couple of days for diagnostic testing. The dealer determined that there was no…
The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler 300. While driving unknown speeds with the high beam headlights activated, the lights failed to work when the outside temperature was five degrees below. The vehicle was taken to mike motors in ely (908 e sheridan st, ely, mn 55731) where it was diagnosed that there was no remedy. The…
Engine
4 complaints · 5%Engine oil filter housing part number 68310865 is leaking and part is on back order from Chrysler, they stated it is common problem. This should be a recall.
In just had to schedule to oay 800 some for this part because its on recall and only the dealerhip that has it is not willing to sell part unless I get serviced the .engine oil filter housing part number 68310865 is leaking and part is on back order from Chrysler, they stated it is common problem. This should be a…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2017 Chrysler 300 recalls
Electrical: software
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: 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: owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Full defect summary
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 jeep wrangler vehicles. These vehicles 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, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Transmission: axle shaft
Risk: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2017 Chrysler 300
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chrysler 300?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (29 complaints, typically around 47,500 miles); other or unspecified (22 complaints); body and structure (11 complaints, typically around 30,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2017 Chrysler 300 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from May 17, 2018 (electrical). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2017 a bad year for the Chrysler 300?
- It is 13th of 20 300 model years by number of complaints, with 82 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.