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2003 Chrysler 300m problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2003 Chrysler 300m sits mid-pack among 300m years: 44 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 75, with a single recall and one closed investigation.

Engine leads the complaint categories with 12 reports (27% of the total).

44

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2003 compare to other 300m years?

300m NHTSA complaints by model year, 2003 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, 2003 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2003 Chrysler 300m problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine1227%
Fuel System511%
Airbags49%
Electrical System49%
Brakes37%
Transmission37%
Seats25%
Other25%
Speed Control25%
Body & Structure25%
Tires & Wheels25%
Visibility & Wipers12%
Steering12%
Lighting12%

Does the 2003 Chrysler 300m have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE STARTED HESITATING AT RANDOM TIMES. CODE READOUT INDICATED FAILURE OF CAM SHAFT POSITION SENSOR. WHEN THIS WAS REPAIRED, MECHANIC STATED THAT CODES WERE ALSO PRESENT INDICATING FAILURE OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS (1 PER EXHAUST LINE). THESE SHOULD NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 27, 2007

“ENGINE WOULD NOT START DUE TO FAULTY FUEL RELAY, SUBSEQUENT CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR LAMP, SHOW FAULTY FUEL SYSTEM. TO DATE, 4 ATTEMPTS TO CORRECT PROBLEM BY THE MANUFACTURER AUTHORIZED SERVISE CENTER HAS NOT CORRECTED FAULTY FUEL SYSTEM. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 14, 2003

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER 300M. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO HYDROPLANE AND THE VEHICLE SPUN OFF THE ROAD AND STRUCK THREE GUARD RAILS. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. HE SUSTAINED SEVERE HEADACHES AND MIGRAINES AND COULD NOT MOVE HIS RIGHT ARM. HE ALSO SUSTAINED A SEVERE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · January 7, 2008 · crash

“THE CAR WAS IN THE GARAGE CARPORT DURING THE NIGHT. AT ABOUT 5:25 IN THE MORNING THE CAR START TO BURNING BY ITSELF AND IT LOOKS LIKE AN ELECTRICITY FAILURE HAS HAPPENED. THE CAR BURNED ALL THE FRONT PARTS FROM THE FRONT BUMPER TO THE DASH. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 8, 2010 · fire

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHRYSLER 300M. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK, SURGE FORWARD, AND THEN SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 4, 2010

2003 Chrysler 300m — common questions

Is the 2003 Chrysler 300m reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 44 NHTSA complaints, below the typical 300m year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2003 300m problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (12 complaints), fuel system (5 complaints), airbags (4 complaints).

Does the 2003 Chrysler 300m have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2003 Chrysler 300m. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2003 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.