NHTSA attached 3 advisories to recalls on this vehicle. Advisories apply to specific production runs — check your VIN with the manufacturer or at nhtsa.gov/recalls before driving it.
When it fails
06500065,000 milesMedian miles at failure
300 complaints record an odometer reading. Failures cluster around 60,000–75,000 miles.
Most common 2012 Chrysler 300 problems
168 of the 426 complaints (39%) are about the electrical system.
Component
Reports
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Electrical System
146
1
19
0
Air Bags · airbags
79
13
2
8
Power Train · transmission
46
6
1
1
Engine
21
0
2
1
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator
20
0
4
0
Service Brakes · brakes
19
0
4
0
Electronic Stability Control (esc) · stability control
16
0
1
0
Unknown or Other
14
0
0
1
Steering
14
0
0
0
Fuel/Propulsion System · fuel and propulsion system
10
0
0
0
2012 Chrysler 300 electrical system problems
39% of all complaints
168 of the 426 complaints are about the electrical system. This is what owners describe:
drains the battery or stops charging59% · 99
stalls30% · 50
sets off warning lights on the dash29% · 49
smokes or smells of burning15% · 26
loses power11% · 18
turns on the check engine light5% · 8
Share of the 168 electrical system complaints whose text describes each symptom. One complaint can describe several.
“I lost all power to my car randomly, i replaced my alternator, battery, and pcm as well as the pigtail harness for my alternator. the car has no power inside at all besides my taillights and brake lights stay on.”
Owner complaint, filed May 29, 2024
“The contact owns a 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, there was a burning odor inside the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and examined under the hood of the vehicle and noticed there was smoke coming from the alternator. After the vehicle cooled down, the contact was able to drive the vehicle back to the residence.”
Owner complaint, filed Aug 8, 2023 at 158,000 miles
Complaints and recalls over time
By year of filing
All complaintsAbout the electrical systemRecall (red: the electrical system)NHTSA investigation opened
Complaints about the 2012 300 peaked in 2016, with 108 filed that year. Owners had filed 1 complaints about the electrical system before the first recall that covers it, 12V197000 in May 2012; 167 more have come in since. In 2026 owners filed 5 so far.
9 safety recalls
Part 573 reports
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module19V018000Do not drive
Filed Jan 15, 20191,413,222 vehiclesChrysler (FCA US LLC)
Defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module18V021000Do not drive
Filed Jan 9, 2018328,177 vehiclesChrysler (FCA US LLC)
Defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Chrysler is recalling certain 2009-2010 RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Chrysler is also recalling certain 2009 RAM 3500, RAM 2500, RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, Dodge Durango, Chrysler Aspen, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U03.
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator17V435000
Filed Jul 10, 2017442,214 vehiclesChrysler (FCA US LLC)
Defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Risk. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module16V352000Do not drive
Filed May 24, 20164,648,270 vehiclesChrysler (FCA US LLC)
Defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.
Risk. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (tcm/Pcm/Tecm)16V240000
Filed Apr 25, 2016811,290 vehiclesChrysler (FCA US LLC)
Defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear.
Risk. Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.
Remedy. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of vehicle rollaway, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S27. Note: On October 19, 2016 Chrysler identified some previously repaired vehicles did not receive the complete software updates. Chrysler will renotify the affected owners, and dealers will update the software again.
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator14V634000
Filed Oct 8, 2014435,081 vehiclesChrysler Group LLC
Defect. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Risk. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.
Filed Apr 3, 2013119,497 vehiclesChrysler Group LLC
Defect. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured April 11, 2011, through December 14, 2011. The affected vehicles may have improperly sized terminal crimps on the seat side-airbag wiring harness which may cause the seat side-airbags to malfunction and illuminate the airbag warning light.
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment the airbags may not operate as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both driver and passenger seat airbag wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N07.
Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers12V197000
Filed May 2, 2012119,072 vehiclesChrysler Group LLC
Defect. CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 300 AND DODGE CHARGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY LOSE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUNCTION DUE TO AN OVERHEATED POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
Risk. THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy. CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL RELOCATE THE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUSE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 18, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems12V004000
Filed Jan 6, 2012303 vehiclesChrysler Group LLC
Defect. CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 DODGE CHARGER SRT8 AND THE CHRYSLER 300 SRT8 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 17, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER 138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM" (TPMS). AS BUILT, THE TPMS DOES NOT WARN THE DRIVER WHEN A TIRE IS 25 PERCENT BELOW THE RECOMMENDED PRESSURE. THE RECALLED VEHICLES NOTIFY THE CUSTOMERS WHEN THE TIRE PRESSURE REACHES 22 PSI RATHER THAN THE REQUIRED 24 PSI.
Risk. UNDERINFLATED TIRES CAN RESULT IN TIRE OVERLOADING AND OVERHEATING, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A BLOWOUT AND POSSIBLE CRASH.
Remedy. CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLES TPMS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 2, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
All 9 campaigns on file, newest first.
NHTSA investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
Before a recall there is often an investigation: NHTSA opens one when complaints or manufacturer data point to a safety defect. 2 name the 2012 300.
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureEngineering analysis EA21002Open
Opened Sep 17, 2021airbags
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 Blomquist Report at …
Opened Feb 3, 2016Closed Jun 24, 2016Led to recall 16V240000transmission
On April 22, 2016, Fiat Chrysler Automotive US LLC, (FCA) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) to NHTSA regarding a defect that could result in unattended vehicle rollaway with the engine running in approximately 811,586 model year (MY) 2012 to 2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles and MY 2014 to 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 8-speed transmissions and a monostable gear selector (NHTSA Recall #16V-240, FCA Recall #S27). According to FCA's DIR, The existing strategies built into these vehicles to deter drivers from exiting the vehicle after failing to put the …
Technical service bulletins
261 on file
Repair instructions the manufacturer sent its dealers for the 2012 300. Not recalls: the fix is usually free only while the car is under warranty.
electrical system 61equipment 54engine 31body and frame 24transmission 20airbags 12fuel system 10visibility 10
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. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have …
0900214REVBWarranty extensionDec 15, 2014fuel system
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. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find that any the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes have …
9100226Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 15, 2023electrical system
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is …
9100226Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 15, 2023electrical system
Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is …
S2008000113Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 17, 2021electrical system
No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
08-054-21Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2, 2021electrical system
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 To Ground. In …
0805421Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2, 2021electrical system
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 To Ground. In …
S2008000113Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 1, 2020electrical system
No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
Showing the newest 6 of 61 bulletins about the electrical system, and any warranty extensions or service campaigns.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-star safety ratings
Version tested
Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk
2012 Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★
11.3%
2012 Chrysler 300 4 DR RWD
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★
11.3%
New Car Assessment Program results for this model year. Ratings compare cars of similar size and weight only.
What owners reported
Newest filings
Air Bags
Filed Sep 6, 2026TX
Vehicle received passenger airbag inflator recall service at Viva CDJR in El Paso, TX. The dash disassembly disturbed adjacent wiring/BCM connections, and after driving, vibration caused a short/ground fault, creating runaway wipers, A/C failure, transmission limp mode, check engine and power steering lights while in transit. Dealer has kept the car for over two weeks and refuses to scan diagnostic trouble codes or inspect the recall-adjacent wiring harness. The vehicle has never experienced this issue prior to the recall service.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Jul 30, 2026CA
Gas fumes filled the cabin. I am suffering from headaches from smelling in fumes. This is dangerous and health issues. The gas tank is under passage back seat and costs $2,235 to replace primary and transfer pumps. Is this covered by a recall?
Air BagsCrash2 injured
Filed Mar 19, 2026MI
I was involved in a hit and run on March 2,2026 and the airbags did not deploy at all. My car was taken to ray lathem dealership when there was a recall pertaining to the airbags back in 2019. I was told everything was corrected. Now fast forward to March 2,2026 no airbags deployed at all from the impact of crash. That was the first thing the police and ambulance asked and saw. Myself and My fiancee both were taken to the hospital.
Unknown or Other
Filed Mar 15, 2026GA
PARKING AID CAMERA FAILED
Electrical System
Filed Feb 22, 2026CA
Date: February 22, 2026 VIA CERTIFIED MAIL FCA US LLC Customer Care P.O. Box 21-8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8004 RE: FORMAL COMPLAINT – Safety Defect (Rearview Camera Failure) Vehicle 1: 2012 Chrysler 300S (VIN: [XXX] ) Vehicle 2: 2018 Chrysler 300S (VIN: [XXX] ) To the Chrysler Customer Care Team: I am a loyal, multi-vehicle Chrysler owner currently residing in San Diego County. I am writing to formally report a persistent and dangerous safety defect affecting both of my Chrysler 300S vehicles. Description of Defect: In both vehicles, the factory-installed backup camera has failed completely. When the vehicles are shifted into reverse, the infotainment screen remains blank or black. This failure significantly reduces rearward visibility, creating a severe safety risk for pedestrians and property, especially given the known blind spots of the 300S model. Legal and Safety Context: As you are aware, Chrysler has issued multiple recent recalls (including Recall 24V-436) regarding rearview camera software failures. Furthermore, for the 2018 model, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 111 mandates a functional rear visibility system. The identical failure across two different model years suggests a fundamental defect in the camera hardware or wiring harnesses used in this vehicle line. Requested Resolution: As a long-term supporter of the Chrysler brand, I am requesting a Goodwill Repair for both vehicles. I ask that Chrysler authorize a local authorized dealer in San
EngineFire1 injured
Filed Jul 25, 2025123,000 milesCA
The contact owns a 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the temperature gauge had independently increased levels. The contact managed to pull over to the shoulder of the road and was able to restart the vehicle as a temporary repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, white smoke had leaked through the air vent into the interior cabin before independently shifting the gear into neutral. In addition, a fire had started from under the hood of the vehicle. No warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that a couple of nearby pedestrians attempted to extinguish the fire, but were unsuccessful due to the size of the fire. The contact had COPD, which was impacted during the failure, and medical attention was sought for a heart-related issue. The fire department arrived on the scene to extinguish the fire. A report was filed; however, it was unclear if either the local Fire department or Police department had filed the report. The vehicle was towed to a local tow lot, where it remained and was declared a total loss. The local dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.
Air BagsCrash1 injured
Filed May 7, 2025195,000 milesIL
The contact owned a 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a vehicle abruptly merged in front, causing the contact to T-bone the vehicle. The driver's side air bags did not fully deploy. The front passenger side air bag deployed, but there was no occupant. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The vehicle was condemned as a total loss. The contact was transported to the local medical center. The contact sustained injuries to the left shoulder and additional bruises. In addition, the contact received a CT scan due to the contact's head hitting the front windshield. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.
Power Train
Filed Apr 25, 2025VA
My car threw itself in neutral twice in the highway going home.
Steering
Filed Apr 6, 2025SC
The Steering Wheel Lock up on me while Driving on the interstate without any warning. I could have been kill. I panic.
Electrical System
Filed May 29, 2024IN
I lost all power to my car randomly, i replaced my alternator, battery, and pcm as well as the pigtail harness for my alternator. the car has no power inside at all besides my taillights and brake lights stay on. i keep blowing fuses left and right the fuses that keep blowing are - asd feed #1, trans/shifter, hvac module/ cluster, amplifier, radio screen - this is a major issue that needs to be recalled especially with everything else electrical that was already recalled. thanks for your time
Electrical System
Filed Mar 1, 2024NM
Goes into 4th gear and will not shift up or down DTC P1DD2 gas leaking from sending unit area and fan wont kick on untilk 230F also has electrical problems
Electrical System
Filed Aug 8, 2023158,000 milesAZ
The contact owns a 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, there was a burning odor inside the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and examined under the hood of the vehicle and noticed there was smoke coming from the alternator. After the vehicle cooled down, the contact was able to drive the vehicle back to the residence. The dealer was contact and stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V435000 (Electrical System) and that the contact had to pay for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 158,000.
Air BagsCrash
Filed Jul 7, 2023IN
This car was crashed June 10 2023, owner went to hospital and car was towed and took to an auto pound .After 24 hours they told us a private company tolled it or stole it .we reported it stolen and payed a report and that's how I got the info of an independent mechanic trying to fix it. im trying to find my car and the report told me you guys have it.
Service Brakes, Air › Antilock › Control Unit/Module
Filed Jun 29, 2023FL
The contact owns 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was unknown.
Air Bags
Filed Jan 15, 2023OH
The air bags were replaced in my vehicle due to a recall. Now my air bag light is on and the buttons and horn do not work. The airbag clock spring is broken. The air bags were replaced by the dealership. Should the clock spring be replaced covered due to this issue?
Engine and Engine Cooling
Filed Jan 4, 2023151,000 milesGA
The contact owns a 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, there was an abnormal burning odor detected. The contact stated she noticed oil on the garage floor. Upon opening the hood, she noticed there was oil over the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that there was oil leaking from the cooler adapter. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but provided no additional assistance. An independent mechanic informed the contact that antifreeze and oil had entered the engine. The failure mileage was approximately 151,000.
Unknown or Other1 injured
Filed Nov 26, 2022CA
Car accelerated on its own and refused to stop when brakes were applied. This occurrence jeopardized my safety and the safety of others on the road. Once I realized that no one was behind me I had to slam the car into neutral for it to stop moving abruptly so I wouldn't run into the the car in front of me, but the engine kept revving up high. I then turned it off. Which left me in a dangerous position and blocking traffic.
Power Train
Filed Nov 14, 2022NM
Esc off light comes on and transmission does not shift has loss of power gets extremely bad gas mileage. Whole engine shakes and bucks as if misfiring., cruise control nor sport mode engage.
Electrical System
Filed Oct 6, 2022NH
Car was stalling and had electrical issues. I paid to get it fixed but never knew there was a recall for my vehicles alternator. The vehicle battery dies fairly quickly from time to time still and every know and then I have to call AAA to jump my car and they say my battery is good. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36. I never received a noticed.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Oct 4, 2022AZ
There is a hairline crack on top of the Fuel Pump Plastic Housing cause leak on top of the housing. Fuel Vapor in AC present as well as inside and outside the car. This could be a potential fire hazard and I have read many forums in which many other owners of the same make and model of the car has.
Vehicle Speed Control
Filed Sep 6, 2022KS
The cruise control stopped working.
Electrical System
Filed Aug 23, 2022SC
When driving down the street alternator dies and randomly goes out while driving . Have had this problem multiple times
Electrical System
Filed Aug 17, 2022GA
Was on my way home from work and car completely lost power as I was preceding to go after stopping at a stop sign. I was LITERALLY in the middle of the road. Car wouldn't crank AT ALL. Engine started OVERHEATING causing smoke to disburse from engine. NO WARNING LIGHTS before this occurred. A big truck was coming down the road and I had to exist the vehicle. Luckily a car wasn't in the other lane so the truck went on the other side of the road. I was terrified! I called 911 to get a deputy dispatch to direct traffic around my car to avoid mutiple COLLISION. I had to have my vehicle towed. I never want another Chrysler again these cars are UNSAFE. I could have died what if my child was in the car?! I took my car to a mechanic to put on computer scanner and it gave off SEVEN codes ALL due to ELECTRICAL ISSUES! CAR IS APPARENTLY STUCK IN LIMP MODE IDK I'M SO CONFUSED AND DISAPPOINTED. I reported the issue to Chrysler recall line and they did NOTHING.
Air Bags
Filed Jul 24, 2022NJ
The air bag light comes on n off with a passenger in the seat and also the shifter sometimes doesn’t shift into gear I have to unplug battery for 10 minutes to reset system that comes to the electrical situation
Electrical System
Filed Jun 21, 2022KY
My vehicle stalls when placed from reverse to drive and the check engine light blinks and goes to Eco mode which makes the car shake. I’ve had a tuneup, oil change, brakes, O2 sensor and spark plugs replaced and the issues still exist. The car also will initiate skid control without warning or pressing the button which slows the car down and causes the engine to rev above 3-6rpm
Power Train › Automatic Transmission
Filed Jun 17, 2022OK
The contact owns a 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly downshifted and stalled. The contact shifted the vehicle into park(P) and restarted the vehicle however, the engine revved but the vehicle failed to move forward. The vehicle was towed the residence. The following day the vehicle started and drove as designed; however, the vehicle would not reverse. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown
Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Mar 6, 2022AL
Gas fuel is leaking from the fuel Tank lower petrol inlet Which could endanger my life .. Our local dealer refuses to change by the warranty thanks .. +966566622049 Abdulaziz AlShehri
Air Bags
Filed Mar 4, 2022CA
Recall notice for passenger air bag was sent three years ago. Vehicle was brought to dealership and held for a week to replace air bag. Vehicle was returned with air bag NOT replaced. I was told to wait for a call when they receive more air bags and they would schedule for replacement. As of today, three years later, I am being told the air bags are still not available for purchase or replacement under recall.
Unknown or Other
Filed Nov 22, 2021MN
Car will shut off in mid drive with no notice. I took it to the dealership multiple times and spent over $3,000 in repairs they still haven’t fixed the problem. I’m scared I will get into a accident or worse because this problem Continuously happens it has happened on the highway it happens on the street. I don’t know what else to do the dealership does not know what the problem is.
Air Bags
Filed Oct 25, 2021NJ
2012 CHRYSLER 300. CONSUMER WRTIES IN REGARDS TO PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WAS DIFFICULTY FINDING A GM DEALERSHIP TO COMPLETE THE RECALLS.
Air Bags
Filed Oct 20, 2021NJ
2012 CHRYSLER 300. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD TWO (2) PENDING RECALLS, BUT WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE A DEALER TO COMPLETE THE RECALLS.
Electrical System
Filed Jun 11, 2021NJ
The contact owns a 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 mph, the vehicle loss motive power. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was unable to be restarted and was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Jun 5, 2021CA
Gas smell coming from the tank or a fuel pump when gas is full. Hairline crack in fuel pump/tank causing horrible smell inside car cabin and exterior.
Air Bags
Filed Jun 5, 2021CA
Airbag light comes back on after recall repair was made in 2019, passenger airbag light illuminates consistent at start of engine.
Unknown or Other
Filed Nov 21, 202094,000 milesCA
THE AC HAS BEEN REPAIR ALREADY FOR THROWING HOT AIR ON ONE SIDE AND COLD ON THE OTHER THIS WAS DONE THROUGH THE DEALER NOW THE AC IS STARTING TO DO IT AGAIN AS WELL AS WHISTLING EVERY THING FROM REPAIRS HAVE BEEN DONE BY DEALER THROUGH WARRANTY
Air Bags
Filed Sep 19, 2020GA
MY AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF, AND I NOTICE IT ONLY DOES THIS WHEN THE FRONT PASSENGER MOVES THE SEAT
Fuel/Propulsion System
Filed Sep 12, 202090,000 milesNM
FUEL IS COMING OUT OF THE HAS TANK. IT COMES OUT FROM WHERE THE HAS PUMP IS.
Vehicle Speed Control
Filed Aug 10, 202092,000 milesCA
IN 2018, THE CRUISE CONTROL ON MY 2012 CHRYSLER 300 LIMITED WAS ACTING INTERMITTENT. I WOULD PRESS THE BUTTON IT WOULD WORK AND SOMETIMES NOT. I BROUGHT IT IN TO MY HEMET CA. CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED THE CC SWITCH. NOW, 2 YRS. LATTER IT'S HAPPENING AGAIN...I TRIED IT A FEW TIMES WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY/IN-CITY AND IT DIDN'T WORK. LATER ON OUR WAY HOME, I TRIED IT AGAIN AND IT WORKED. I'M STILL UNDER WARRANTY, BUT IT COSTS ME $100 EVERY TIME I BRING THE CAR IN FOR A WARRANTY REPAIR; HOPEFULLY WHEN I BRING IT IN THIS TIME, FOR THE SAME PROBLEM THAT THEY WERE SUPPOSED TO FIX, THEY WON'T CHARGE ME...R/JOHN...
Air Bags
Filed Jul 9, 202050,000 milesCA
AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND GOES OFF WHEN SITTING/NOT SITTING ON PASSENGER SEAT. APPEARS THE SEATS CONNECTION TO AIRBAG IS FAULTY. NOW THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP PREVIOUSLY (SOON AFTER PURCHASED) THEY SAID SOMETHING WAS UNDER THE SEAT MESSING WITH AIRBAG CABLES. NOW LIGHT APPEARS WHEN NOTHING IS UNDER THE SEAT. LIGHT COMES AND GOES BUT MOSTLY STAYS. THIS HAPPENS WHEN DRIVING AND SITTING IN CAR WHILE WARMING UP. AFRAID AIRBAGS MIGHT DEPLOY BECAUSE OF FAULTY WIRING IN SEAT.*DT*JB*DT*JB
Steering
Filed Jun 8, 2020136,000 milesMD
THERE'S A SCRUBBING NOISE IN THE STEERING COLUMN WHEN TURNING. THERE'S POWER STEERING FLUID IN THE VEHICLE. *TR
Electrical SystemFire
Filed Mar 19, 2020175,911 milesSC
IT CAUGHT ON FIRE AN BURNED THE ALTERNATOR OUT AN ALSO THE MAIN HARNESS TO THE VEHICLE
Steering
Filed Mar 9, 2020145,000 milesFL
I GOT IN ONE DAY AND MY POWER STEERING WAS GONE AND I HAD TO GO WORK AND ON MY WAY TO WORK IT CAME ON AND BACK OFF MAKING ME LOOSE CONTROL OF THE CAR
Air Bags
Filed Feb 11, 2020115,000 milesNY
THE ALL WHEEL DRIVE WILL NOT WORK DESPITE HAVING BEEN TAKING INTO THE DEALER THREE (3) TIMES FOR DIAGNOSIS /SERVICING SINCE APPROXIMATELY NOV, 2018. THE DEALER EVEN HAD IT FOR 10 DAYS WHILE WE WERE ON VACATION DURING XMAS, 2019 AND SUPPOSEDLY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM DURING THE "SEVERAL" TIMES THEY TRIED. IN REALLY SLICK, SNOWY CONDITIONS, THE SERVICE AWD LIGHT WILL COME ON, BUT ONCE I'VE TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON, IT DOESN'T COME ON AGAIN UNTIL THE NEXT SLICK, SNOWY EVENT. THE DEALER'S ONLY SUGGESTION IS NEW TIRES WHICH DOESN'T HELP IF THE FRONT TIRES WON'T ENGAGE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PUT INTO DRIVE. WHEN THE AWD ISSUE OCCURS, THE VEHICLE IS ALSO DIFFICULT TO STOP WHEN SLOWING DOWN AND DIFFICULT TO START WHEN TAKING OFF. PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND OFF FOR ABOUT 24 HOURS, THEN STAYED OFF FOR 1-2 DAYS. NOW IT STAYS ON CONSISTENTLY (WHETHER IN PARK OR DRIVE). THE PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON CONSISTENTLY SINCE FEB, 2020. THIS WAS TAKEN IN AND REPAIRED FOR THE PASSENGER AIRBAG RECALL IN APPROXIMATELY JAN, 2019
Service Brakes
Filed Feb 11, 2020MD
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE BRAKE SWITCH WAS PURCHASED FROM MOPAR A DISCLAIMER WAS LISTED ON THE BOX. THE CONTACT HAD NOT PURCHASED THE PART, BUT HE INDICATES THE BRAKE SWITCH CAUSES CANCER. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPEREINCED A FAILURE.
Air Bags
Filed Jan 29, 202085,107 milesSC
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT CLAIMED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE HAD THE VEHICLE TAKEN TO (CAPITAL CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM OF INDIAN TRAIL, 5501 W HWY 74, MONROE, NC 28110, (704) 288-0416, TO HAVE THE VEHICLE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED OF AN INTERNAL SHORT IN THE AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS. THE CONTACT WAS QUOTED A COST $550 TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED IN 2018 UNDER AN AIR BAG RECALL. THE RECALL NUMBER WAS NOT PROVIDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 85,107. *BF CONSUMER STATED IN 2019 AIRBAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AGAIN AND HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED AND HAS REMAINED ON.*JB*BF*JB
Engine
Filed Jan 26, 2020DE
THE CAR JUST SHUTS OFF WHILE RUNNING WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING NO DASH WARNING AT ALL
Power Train
Filed Jan 8, 202059,000 milesGA
I WAS TRAVELING DOWN A BUSY STREET IN ATLANTA. I CAME TO A STOP SIGN AND WHEN I TRIED TO CONTINUE THROUGH THE INTERSECTION, THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. THE ENGINE WAS REEVING UP HIGH BUT THE CAR WAS NOT MOVING. IT ALSO WOULD NOT LET ME PUT THE CAR IN PARK. I HAD TO TURN THE CAR OFF AND AFTER A FEW MINUTES I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE CAR AND CONTINUE ON MY TRIP. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES.
Electrical System
Filed Jan 7, 2020132,000 milesTX
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE'S THERMOSTAT RAN HOT. WHILE ACCELERATING, THE THERMOSTAT WOULD RESET TO NORMAL. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE ACCELERATING AT 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC) WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT HAD TO WAIT THIRTY MINUTES BEFORE THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED AND RESUME NORMAL DRIVING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED, BUT NO ERROR CODES COULD BE FOUND REGARDING THE ETC. DESPITE THE THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT, THE FAILURES PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 132,000.
Engine
Filed Dec 18, 201976,000 milesHI
WHILE DRIVING MY CAR DURING A STOPLIGHT IT SUDDENLY STALLED AND DIED. MY GEAR WAS STILL IN DRIVE. I TRIED TO RESTART MY CAR BUT IT WASNT ABLE TO START IT JUS KEPT MAKING A CLICKING SOUND LIKE IT WAS TRYING TO START BUT COULDNT AND LAST FOR 30 SECS. I WASNT ABLE TO PUT THE GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. SO IN WAS STALLED OK THE ROAD. AFTER TRYING TO ATTEMPT TO RESTART THE ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON. I AM VERY FRUSTRATED BECAUSE I JUST GOT MY CAR BACK FROM THE DEALERSHIP AFTER THEM REPLACING MY WATER PUMP AND THERMOSTAT TWICE 1 YEAR APART. NOW IT'S BACK AT THE SHOP AND I HAVE TO PAY 140 TO HAVE THEM DIAGNOSE IT AFTER SPENDING 1200. I CHECKED MY WARRANTY AND SERVICE CONTRACT AND THEY ALL EXPIRED.
Unknown or Other
Filed Dec 18, 201975,000 milesHI
MY CAR STARTED SMOKING WITH BLACK SMOKE. THE CAR STARTED OVERHEATING. WE OPENED UP THE HOOD AND THE WATER PUMP LOOKED LIKE IT EXPLODED BECAUSE THE ANTIFREEZE WAS EVERYWHERE. I TOOK MY CAR IN TWICE 1 YEAR APART FOR THE SAME PROBLEM AND WAS REPLACED WITH AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FROM THE DEALERSHIP. I'M WONDERING IF THE USE OF AFTERMARKET IS BREAKING MY CAR APART. NOW I'M HAVING A ENGINE ISSUE.
Complaints 1-50 of 426, newest first, reproduced as filed.
Going by the federal record, it is one of the 300 years to avoid: owners filed 426 complaints, 2.1 times as many as a typical 300 year. The most common complaint is about the electrical system (39%). In NHTSA crash tests it scored 5 stars overall.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Chrysler 300?
The electrical system: 168 of the 426 complaints (39%) are about it. Owners most often say it drains the battery or stops charging (59%), stalls (30%) and sets off warning lights on the dash (29%). The typical report comes at 73,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2012 Chrysler 300 have?
9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, the most recent filed Jan 15, 2019. 3 of them carry a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. The largest, 16V352000, covered 4,648,270 vehicles. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
At what mileage do 2012 Chrysler 300 problems start?
Half of the complaints that record an odometer reading came in before 65,000 miles. For the electrical system the midpoint is 73,000 miles.
Has NHTSA investigated the 2012 Chrysler 300?
Yes, 2 times. The latest, EA21002 ("Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture"), was opened Sep 17, 2021 and is still open.
Are there service bulletins for the 2012 Chrysler 300?
The manufacturer filed 261 technical service bulletins and other notices for it with NHTSA, most of them about the electrical system (61), the engine (31) and the body and frame (24). They include a service campaign, 34D Combo Rev1, filed May 14, 2026. A bulletin is a repair instruction to dealers, not a recall: the fix is usually free only under warranty.
Reading this record
NHTSA has issued a do-not-drive warning for a recall on this vehicle.
Complaint counts track how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as they track quality. A common model from 2013 has had a decade to accumulate reports; a rare one from last year has not. The signal worth weighing is in the severity columns, in whether the same component keeps appearing, and in whether the manufacturer eventually opened a recall for it.
Recall repairs are free for as long as the recall stands. Check whether a specific car still has open work at NHTSA's VIN lookup.
Most recent recall on file: Jan 15, 2019. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.