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2009 Chrysler 300C problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 22 complaints on file for the 2009 Chrysler 300C — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

22

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

3

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2009 compare to other 300C years?

300C NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 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, 2009 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2009 Chrysler 300C problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System732%
Engine627%
Other314%
Fuel System29%
Lighting29%
Brakes15%
Steering15%

Does the 2009 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.

“The OEM starter ignited a fire under the front end of my vehicle. Upon noticed, I immediately grabbed a fire extinguisher, and I put the fire out. I had my two young boys in the car at the time when it happened and I urged them to get out of the car immediately my young son has a fear from now on…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 15, 2025 · fire

“The OEM starter ignited a fire under the front end of my vehicle. Upon noticed, I immediately grabbed a fire extinguisher, and I put the fire out. I had my two young boys in the car at the time when it happened and I urged them to get out of the car immediately my young son has a fear from now on…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 15, 2025 · fire

“MY CHRYSLER 300C CONSTANTLY SMELL LIKE FUEL. I HAVE TAKEN TO THE CHRYSLER DEALER WHO CLAIMS HE DIDN'T SMELL ANYTHING. NOW MY VEHICLE IS OUT OF WARRANTY AND I STILL SMELL FUEL. I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO BECAUSE THE CHRYSLER EXPERTS ARE NOT HELPING THE SITUATION. HOPEFULLY YOU CAN HELP ME GET IT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 15, 2015

“WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED ENGINE AND LIGHTS AND ALL POWER EQUIP SHUTS DOWN LIKE TURNING OFF THE IGNITION. LIGHTS ALSO SHUT OFF! USUALLY CAN SHIFT TO NEUTRAL AND RESTART ENGINE. SOMETIMES IT TAKES SEVERAL TRIES BEFORE IT KEEPS RUNNING. DEALER CANNOT FIND PROBLEM. NO ERROR CODES STORED. AFRAID I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · October 3, 2017

“The OEM starter ignited a fire under the front end of my vehicle. Upon noticed, I immediately grabbed a fire extinguisher, and I put the fire out. I had my two young boys in the car at the time when it happened and I urged them to get out of the car immediately my young son has a fear from now on…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · March 15, 2025 · fire

2009 Chrysler 300C — common questions

Is the 2009 Chrysler 300C reliable?

The record is thin — 22 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2009 300C problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (7 complaints), engine (6 complaints), other (3 complaints).

Does the 2009 Chrysler 300C have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2009 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.