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2001 Chrysler 300m problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 122 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.7 times the median 300m year — the 2001 model ranks #3 of 10 300m years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Steering leads the complaint categories with 31 reports (25% of the total).

122

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

1

Investigations

5

Crash-involved

4

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2001 compare to other 300m years?

300m NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted440 complaints1993: 5 complaints1994: 4 complaints1995: 0 complaints1998: 0 complaints1999: 440 complaints2000: 294 complaints2001: 122 complaints2002: 104 complaints2003: 44 complaints2004: 117 complaints
300m NHTSA complaints by model year, 2001 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2001 Chrysler 300m problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering3125%
Other119%
Transmission119%
Airbags108%
Electrical System108%
Brakes97%
Engine97%
Seats87%
Fuel System54%
Body & Structure54%
Suspension54%
Tires & Wheels43%
Seat Belts22%
Speed Control22%

Does the 2001 Chrysler 300m have recalls?

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

09E012000LightingApril 7, 2009 · 16,270 units

Defect

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence

DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

03V035000SeatsFebruary 5, 2003 · 1,066,000 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.

Consequence

IF THE SEAT BACK UNEXPECTEDLY RECLINES WHILE THE CAR IS BEING DRIVEN, IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RECLINER BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

01V273000Body & StructureAugust 2, 2001 · 282,470 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES (NON-SUNROOF ONLY) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT."

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IF THE OCCUPANT'S HEAD WERE TO CONTACT THE B-PILLAR.

Remedy

OWNERS WILL BE SENT A STORAGE BIN ACCESSORY UNIT THAT CAN BE ATTACHED TO THE B-PILLAR ALONG WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. HOWEVER, IF AN OWNER WISHES, THE DEALER CAN PERFORM THE INSTALLATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 17, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

00V366000Child SeatNovember 9, 2000 · 1,211,756 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE VEHICLES ARE MISSING INSTRUCTIONS THAT PROVIDE A STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE, INCLUDING DIAGRAMS, FOR PROPERLY ATTACHING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM'S TETHER STRAP TO THE TETHER ANCHORAGE.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.

Remedy

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADDENDUM TO THE OWNER'S MANUALS.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“DECEMBER 20TH 2008 ACCIDENT OCCURRED. VEHICLE STARTED ON FIRE AND WAS TOTALED ON THE RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE. INNER TIE RODS AND BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED NOT EVEN TWO WEEKS BEFORE ALONG WITH TWO TIRES AND BRAKES. VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT WHILE IN AN INTERSECTION. A TRUCK COMING FROM THE OPPOSITE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · December 20, 2008 · crash · fire

“THE TRIM AROUND THE DOORS IS BADLY PEELING, CRACKING, TOTALLY FALLING OFF. I THINK THAT THE QUALITY OF PRODUCTS THEY USE MUST BE BAD. CARS ARE TOO EXPENSIVE TO HAVE TO DEAL WITH THAT. THE TRIM IS VERY EXPENSIVE TO REPLACE AND WITH A CAR THAT ISN'T THAT OLD YOU SHOULDN'T HAVE TO ANYWAY. IF THERE IS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 15, 2006

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHRYSLER 300M. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO MAKE LOUD NOISES AND THEN SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED INTO NEUTRAL AND PUSHED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE DIAGNOSIS WOULD COST $1,700. THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA REQUIRES A SMOG TEST AND THE VEHICLE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 27, 2007

“WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND NONE OF THE FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE COST OF DAMAGES TO THE VEHICLE IS ABOUT 7-8 THOUSAND DOLLARS. CONTACTED DEALER. *MR THE CONSUMER STATES THAT THE DRIVER WAS TURNING IN FRONT OF HIM WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS ENTERING…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · September 29, 2002 · crash

“TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, SHE NOTICED FLAMES AND SMOKE EMITTED FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS MANEUVERED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE DRIVER EXITED THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY WITHOUT SUSTAINING ANY INJURY. THE FIRE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 8, 2013 · fire

2001 Chrysler 300m — common questions

Is the 2001 Chrysler 300m reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 122 complaints put the 2001 model at #3 of 10 300m years. It is one of the 300m years to avoid.

What are the most common 2001 300m problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are steering (31 complaints), other (11 complaints), transmission (11 complaints).

Does the 2001 Chrysler 300m have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2001 Chrysler 300m. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2001 Chrysler 300m under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Chrysler 300m years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 300m years to avoid are 1999, 2000, 2001, 2004. The cleanest record among 300m years belongs to 1998.

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.