2018 Chrysler 300
Common Problems
Ranked from 76 federal NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
8 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Random Malfunction of Touchscreen
47complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe touchscreen malfunctions, causing random button presses, loss of control over various features, and overall system instability, which can distract the driver and pose a safety risk.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 18V332000, 18V524000
- 2
UConnect System Malfunction
12complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe UConnect system experiences random malfunctions, including screen delamination and phantom touches.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 18V332000, 18V524000
- 3
Airbag Warning Light Illumination
8complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe airbag warning light illuminates, indicating a potential issue with the seat belt module or other related components, which may affect passenger safety.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 18V332000, 18V524000
- 4
Backup Camera Failure
7complaintsMedium severityOtherThe backup camera failed to operate properly, leading to intermittent inoperability and safety concerns.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Unstable Powertrain Performance
4complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission shifts erratically and jolts the car, especially at lower speeds or when accelerating from a stop.
Related recall: 18V280000
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Defective Sunroof and Water Intrusion
3complaintsHigh severityOtherWater leaks into the sunroof, damaging the touchscreen and causing the vehicle to malfunction, including starting navigation and making unexpected phone calls.
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Transmission Jerking and Shifting Problems
3complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission jerks and shifts erratically, especially when accelerating from a stop or shifting gears.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 18V280000
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Structural Issues with Door Panels
2complaintsMedium severityOtherDoor panels are warping and detaching from the door frame, affecting the locking mechanism and overall vehicle structure.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.