MYRModel Year Report

2008 Chrysler 300

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2008 Chrysler 300
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
714
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

71% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 825 complaints 2006: 1,002 complaints 2007: 497 complaints 2008: 714 complaints 2008 714 2009: 83 complaints 2010: 123 complaints 2011: 200 complaints 2012: 426 complaints 2013: 306 complaints 2013 2014: 237 complaints 2015: 99 complaints 2016: 76 complaints 2016 2017: 82 complaints 2018: 153 complaints 2019: 60 complaints 2019 2020: 9 complaints 2021: 20 complaints 2022: 5 complaints 2022 2023: 6 complaints
2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 825 complaints 2006: 1,002 complaints 2006 2007: 497 complaints 2008: 714 complaints 2008 714 2009: 83 complaints 2010: 123 complaints 2010 2011: 200 complaints 2012: 426 complaints 2012 2013: 306 complaints 2014: 237 complaints 2014 2015: 99 complaints 2016: 76 complaints 2016 2017: 82 complaints 2018: 153 complaints 2018 2019: 60 complaints 2020: 9 complaints 2020 2021: 20 complaints 2022: 5 complaints 2022 2023: 6 complaints
2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 825 complaints 2005 2006: 1,002 complaints 2006 2007: 497 complaints 2007 2008: 714 complaints 2008 714 2009: 83 complaints 2009 2010: 123 complaints 2010 2011: 200 complaints 2011 2012: 426 complaints 2012 2013: 306 complaints 2013 2014: 237 complaints 2014 2015: 99 complaints 2015 2016: 76 complaints 2016 2017: 82 complaints 2017 2018: 153 complaints 2018 2019: 60 complaints 2019 2020: 9 complaints 2020 2021: 20 complaints 2021 2022: 5 complaints 2022 2023: 6 complaints 2023

2008: 714 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20042
2005825
20061,002
2007497
2008714
200983
2010123
2011200
2012426
2013306
2014237
201599
201676
201782
2018153
201960
20209
202120
20225
20236

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

71% · 505 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and module.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning and crashed into a curb. The contact then noticed smoke coming from the passenger side of the vehicle under the hood.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-20

My 2008 300 touring was parked in a parking lot. The alarm started going off by itself. The a fire started out of nowhere from under the hood. Then my car exploded from the front to the back through the exhaust pipe.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-09-01

Air bags

26% · 185 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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Air bags came out with metal fragments shooting out and I and my significant other was injured the vehicle was in motion it was black ice and I slide those airbags could have put my eyes out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-07-01

Tl* Takata recall. The contact owned a 2008 Chrysler 300.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-04-21

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 Chrysler 300. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact loss steering control and crashed into a utility pole. The contact sustained minor injury to the tongue, suffered a broken nose and bruised ribs.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-18

Engine

7% · 53 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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When taking vehicle for test drive about a month ago, the check engine light was on and after driving it, i noticed when AC was on and when off, the car loses power.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-20

Also filed under Service brakes

Power train

4% · 31 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Engine and engine cooling

4% · 29 reports

Most commonly citing cooling system and radiator assembly.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2008Complaint volume 714 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2008-07-21Power train08V295000 Chrysler is recalling 5,509 my 2008 300, Dodge magnum, and charger vehicles. The torque retention crimp feature was missed during the manufacture of one lot of rear axle hub nuts. This could…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear axle hub nuts. The recall began on July 21, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2015-06-08Air bags15V313000 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...

    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.

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    2015-08-19Electrical system14V567000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Magnum vehicles manufactured May 23, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 24, 2007,...

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch and key FOBs, free of charge. The recall began August 19, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P57.

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    2017-03-27Air bags16V352000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company.

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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Chrysler 300 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 505 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 185 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 53 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 08V295000 · Power train
  • Recall 15V313000 · Air bags
  • Recall 14V567000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 16V352000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2008 Chrysler 300 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Chrysler 300 is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler 300?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 71% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Chrysler 300 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.