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2008 Chrysler 300C problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 36 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.6 times the median 300C year — the 2008 model ranks #5 of 13 300C years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: electrical system issues account for 44% of all reports (16 of 36), far ahead of airbags at 7.

36

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2008 compare to other 300C years?

300C NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted991 complaints2005: 409 complaints2006: 991 complaints2007: 140 complaints2008: 36 complaints2009: 22 complaints2010: 14 complaints2011: 36 complaints2012: 17 complaints2013: 44 complaints2014: 14 complaints2015: 18 complaints2016: 13 complaints2017: 6 complaints
300C NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2008 Chrysler 300C problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1644%
Airbags719%
Engine514%
Fuel System411%
Other26%
Steering13%
Transmission13%

Does the 2008 Chrysler 300C have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V313000AirbagsMay 26, 2015 · 4,077,169 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with 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 the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“IT SEEMS CHRYSLER DOESN'T HAVE THE CORRECT FUEL PUMP ! THEY SELL MY 3 DIFFERENT ONES AND ALL DO NOT WORK. THEY EVEN MATCH IT WITH THE VIN! I CAN'T GET ONE TO WORK AND I SPENT THOUSANDS. A LOT OF OTHERS ON 300 FORUMS HAVE HAD THE SAME ISSUE !! SO MANY 6.1 AND HIGHER THAT NEED THAT FUEL PUMP BUT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 2, 2020

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHRYSLER 300C. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · November 14, 2014

“RECALLED IGNITION HAD BECOME LOCKED IN "OFF" AND "ACCESSORY" POSITION. DEALER HAD TO TAKE IGNITION APART IN ORDER TO GET THE KEY FOB RELEASED FROM ITS LOCKED POSITION. VEHICLE HAS SAT ON DEALERSHIP LOT SINCE 7/6/2015, WAITING FOR REPLACEMENT IGNITION THAT HAS BEEN RELEASED SINCE 8/26/15, BUT WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 6, 2015

“There is a fuel smell in the car, for the first 1/4 tank of gas. The smell is really bad in the back seat. After the car is under 1/2 tank the fuel odor begins to subside. Passengers in car begin to have headaches and upset stomachs. After veiwing other chrysler forum's - I believe this to be…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 23, 2025

“THE DRIVERS DOOR BOTTOM HINGE HAS CRACKED OFF IT'S BASE, CAUSING THE DOOR TO SAG. WHEN DOOR IS OPENED OR CLOSED IT MAKES A LOUD CRACKING SOUND. YOU CAN SEE WHERE THE HINGE IS STILL CONNECTED, BUT THE "PLATE OR OUTSIDE PART OF THE DOOR " HAS CRACKED. THIS IS WHEN CAR IS STATIONARY. JUST OPENING &…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · April 11, 2017

2008 Chrysler 300C — common questions

Is the 2008 Chrysler 300C reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 36 complaints put the 2008 model at #5 of 13 300C years. It is one of the 300C years to avoid.

What are the most common 2008 300C problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (16 complaints), airbags (7 complaints), engine (5 complaints).

Does the 2008 Chrysler 300C have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2008 Chrysler 300C. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chrysler 300C years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 300C years to avoid are 2006, 2005, 2007, 2013, 2011, 2008. The cleanest record among 300C years belongs to 2017.

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.