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2017 Chrysler 300 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2017 Chrysler 300 sits mid-pack among 300 years: 102 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 128, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 31 reports (30% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

102

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2017 compare to other 300 years?

300 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted1,267 complaints1969: 0 complaints1970: 1 complaints2004: 4 complaints2005: 1,062 complaints2006: 1,267 complaints2007: 620 complaints2008: 956 complaints2009: 114 complaints2010: 150 complaints2011: 266 complaints2012: 620 complaints2013: 402 complaints2014: 321 complaints2015: 142 complaints2016: 101 complaints2017: 102 complaints2018: 207 complaints2019: 83 complaints2020: 10 complaints2021: 25 complaints2022: 6 complaints2023: 9 complaints
300 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Chrysler 300 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System3130%
Other2222%
Body & Structure1111%
Airbags66%
Transmission66%
Brakes55%
Engine44%
Lighting44%
Fuel System33%
Driver Assistance33%
Seat Belts22%
Suspension22%
Seats11%
Steering11%
Latches & Locks11%

Does the 2017 Chrysler 300 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V332000Electrical SystemMay 17, 2018 · 4,815,661 units

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 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.

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: 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.

17V097000TransmissionFebruary 14, 2017 · 69,298 units

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The Uconnect screen has delamination in it that is causing ghost punches on the touch screen. I have ad this screen replaced back in 2018 for the same issue and its now doing the same thing. It is very distracting when it starts to call people due to the ghost touches or its messing with the radio…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 5, 2018

“THE RADIO STARTED HAVING ISSUES WITH THE REAR VIEW CAMERA. DID A SOFT RESET AND WORKED UNTIL TODAY. THE SCREEN ONLY SHOWS "LOADING NAVIGATION" AND THE REAR VIEW CAMERA IS NOT WORKING. A SOFT RESET DID NOT REPAIR THE PROBLEM. I JUST BOUGHT THE CAR 4 MONTHS AGO AND HAVING ISSUES WITH IT...UNBELIEVABLE”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 22, 2017

“OBSERVED VEHICLE TO HAVE WARPED PANELS ON ALL 4 DOORS. PANELING HAS DELAMINATED ABOVE LOCK PIN AND LOCKING PIN IS OBSTRUCTED CREATING UNLOCK/LOCKING FAILURES. NEW PANELS WERE ORDERED VIA CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP IN SEP/2021. DEALERSHIP NOTIFIED THAT REPLACEMENT PANELS ARE DISCONTINUED AND ARE UNABLE TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · September 17, 2021

“THE ISSUES I'M HAVING WITH 2017 CHRYSLER 300 IS EVERY TIME I CHANGE INTO GEARSHIFT ESPECIALLY THE REVERSE GEAR THE SHAFT OR THE AXLE ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. WHEN I CHECKED IF THERE HAS BEEN ANY POWERTRAIN RECALLS I FOUND SEVERAL OF THEM, BUT WHEN I CHRYSLER HQ THEY TOLD ME THERE'S NO RECALL BUT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · April 10, 2019

“airbag deployed during fender bender. had driving leg forward and left leg bent at 90 degree angle. When airbag deployed it hit right leg full force and basically exploded the bones. Almost lost my leg. Permanently disabled ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · January 3, 2024 · crash

2017 Chrysler 300 — common questions

Is the 2017 Chrysler 300 reliable?

It is close to typical for the 300: 102 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2017 300 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (31 complaints), other (22 complaints), body & structure (11 complaints).

Does the 2017 Chrysler 300 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2017 Chrysler 300. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chrysler 300 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 300 years to avoid are 2006, 2005, 2008, 2012, 2007, 2013, 2014, 2011, 2018, 2010, 2015, 2009. The cleanest record among 300 years belongs to 1969.

How safe is the 2017 Chrysler 300?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2017 Chrysler 300 earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.