2011 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 2011 model ranks #5 of 13 300C years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 13 reports (36% of the total).
36
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
3
Fires reported
3
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2011 compare to other 300C years?
What are the most common 2011 Chrysler 300C problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | 36% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 6 | 17% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 4 | 11% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 3 | 8% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 2 | 6% | ▲ up |
| Driver Assistance | 2 | 6% | new |
| Visibility & Wipers | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Lighting | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Other | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Speed Control | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 1 | 3% | — flat |
| Transmission | 1 | 3% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 300C. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE BATTERY AND FCW OFF INDICATORS ILLUMINATED AND THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILED AND WENT BLANK. ADDITIONALLY, SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE DRIVER'S SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEMPSEY DODGE…”
“THE DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED IT WITH BAD LIFTERS. WHILE DRIVING THE CAR THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING , BAD FUEL FUMES AND SHUTS THE GAS OFF . I HAVE TO VEER OFF THE ROAD TO AVOID GETTING HIT . THE DEALERSHIP SAID THERE IS A BACKORDER ON LIFTERS 6 MONTHS. I NOT ABLE TO DRIVE IT VERY FAR…”
“After filling the car with gasoline, I get a strong odor of gasoline in the cabin of the car. After the fuel level gets to about 7/8 full the issue goes away. After further inspection the odor seems to be strongest in the passenger side aft wheel well. Excessive fuel vapors are harmful to people…”
“TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (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…”
“CERTAIN CHRYSLER 300C THAT WERE MANUFACTURED DURING THE YEAR 2011 THAT ARE NOT LISTED AS A SPECIFIC 2011 SHOULD BE LISTED IN THE DATA BASE AS FOR RECALLS WITH THE FOLLOWING ISSUES: ABS/ESC SYSTEM. THIS SHOULD INCLUDE THE DRIVE SHAFT HEAT SHIELD. IT SHOWS TO INTERFERE WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE BY…”
2011 Chrysler 300C — common questions
Is the 2011 Chrysler 300C reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 36 complaints put the 2011 model at #5 of 13 300C years. It is one of the 300C years to avoid.
What are the most common 2011 300C problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (13 complaints), engine (6 complaints), fuel system (4 complaints).
Does the 2011 Chrysler 300C have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2011 Chrysler 300C.
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.