Is the 2018 Chrysler 300 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Chrysler 300 is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chrysler 300?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Chrysler 300 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2018 Chrysler 300

● Typical for this model

2018 Chrysler 300
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This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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: 153
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2018: 153 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2004	2
2005	825
2006	1,002
2007	498
2008	714
2009	83
2010	123
2011	200
2012	426
2013	306
2014	237
2015	99
2016	76
2017	82
2018	153
2019	61
2020	9
2021	20
2022	5
2023	6

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

45% · 69 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

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The vehicle's LCD screen has become delaminated which causes the control of the radio, air conditioning, heat, navigation, and other features controlled by the "radio" portion of the car to become dysfunctional.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-27

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Screen separation, causing malfunction in cars performance and safety.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-27

Power train

11% · 17 reports

Air bags

9% · 14 reports

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Chrysler 300. While driving 55 MPH, the contact's vehicle was cut off by another vehicle. The contact swerved off the road and crashed into two trees. The air bags failed to deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-19

Exterior lighting

6% · 9 reports

CRASH

Structure

5% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing body and door.

CRASH

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2018-06-04Electrical system, vehicle speed control18V332000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM...

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018.

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2018-06-28Power train18V280000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.

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2018-10-02Electrical system18V524000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and...

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

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2025-02-20Air bags24V198000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.

Remedy: Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 Chrysler 300 — pre-purchase inspection

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Electrical system: 69 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 17 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 14 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 18V332000 · Electrical system, vehicle speed control
Recall 18V280000 · Power train
Recall 18V524000 · Electrical system
Recall 24V198000 · Air bags

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Chrysler 300 reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Chrysler 300 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chrysler 300?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Chrysler 300 have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.