2004 Chrysler 300
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 825 |
| 2006 | 1002 |
| 2007 | 497 |
| 2008 | 714 |
| 2009 | 83 |
| 2010 | 123 |
| 2011 | 200 |
| 2012 | 424 |
| 2013 | 305 |
| 2014 | 236 |
| 2015 | 97 |
| 2016 | 76 |
| 2017 | 82 |
| 2018 | 152 |
| 2019 | 59 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Brakes-- I was not having any brake issues at all before this happened: I started braking while pulling into a hotel parking lot but the brake petal went right down to the floor and I had no brakes!
NHTSA ODI report, 20210612
1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.
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Brakes-- I was not having any brake issues at all before this happened: I started braking while pulling into a hotel parking lot but the brake petal went right down to the floor and I had no brakes!
NHTSA ODI report, 20210612
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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Brakes-- I was not having any brake issues at all before this happened: I started braking while pulling into a hotel parking lot but the brake petal went right down to the floor and I had no brakes!
NHTSA ODI report, 20210612
1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2004 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH the vehicle T-Bone crashed into a second vehicle. During crash the frontend of the vehicle was severely damaged but the air bags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260512
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2004 Chrysler 300 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2004 Chrysler 300 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chrysler 300?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Chrysler 300 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.