MYRModel Year Report

2001 Chrysler 300M

● Typical for this model
2001 Chrysler 300M
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:45:36.744Z

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
91
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Steering

34% of complaints

Complaints per year

1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaint 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1998: 0 complaints 1999: 351 complaints 1999 2000: 242 complaints 2001: 91 complaints 2001 91 2002: 83 complaints 2003: 33 complaints 2003 2004: 71 complaints
1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 351 complaints 1999 2000: 242 complaints 2000 2001: 91 complaints 2001 91 2002: 83 complaints 2002 2003: 33 complaints 2003 2004: 71 complaints 2004
1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaint 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 351 complaints 1999 2000: 242 complaints 2000 2001: 91 complaints 2001 91 2002: 83 complaints 2002 2003: 33 complaints 2003 2004: 71 complaints 2004

2001: 91 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19933
19941
19950
19980
1999351
2000242
200191
200283
200333
200471

Known problem areas

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

Steering

34% · 31 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and tie rod assembly.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-01-07

While driving, I experienced violent shaking which didn't correct until I reduced my speed to about 50MPH. The issue persisted whenever I drove the highway, no matter the condition of the road over a week's time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-27

Also filed under Wheels

Power train

12% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and torque converter.

Air bags

11% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-30

Electrical system

10% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and fuses and circuit breakers.

FIRE
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-09

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Chrysler 300M. During inclement weather, the vehicle stalled. The contact had to shift the vehicle into neutral while depressing the accelerator pedal and turn the engine off in order to restart the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-26

Also filed under Engine

Service brakes

9% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2000-11-12Child seat00V366000 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…

    Remedy: Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2001-12-17Structure01V273000 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."

    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.…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    2003-02-27Preliminary evaluationClosed 2003-09-02 Throttle control failure
  4. R
    2003-04-23Seats03V035000 On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. R
    2009-05-11Exterior lighting09E012000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2001 Chrysler 300M — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 31 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 10 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00V366000 · Child seat
  • Recall 01V273000 · Structure
  • Recall 03V035000 · Seats
  • Recall 09E012000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2001 Chrysler 300M reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Chrysler 300M is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chrysler 300M?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Chrysler 300M 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.