2016 CHRYSLER 300 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2016 CHRYSLER 300 has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to cruise control disengagement and potential front driveshaft bolt failures.
There are five recalls affecting various systems including the powertrain control module, cruise control system software, wiring, and the front driveshaft assembly.
Recalls- Powertrain control module. Recall 18E053000 affects 1,930 vehicles with Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages PCMs. A defect could prevent cruise control from disengaging if a wiring short circuit occurs. This risk may cause the vehicle to maintain speed or accelerate unexpectedly. Chrysler will notify owners and fix the issue via software update or PCM replacement free of charge, starting July 26, 2018.
- Cruise control system software. Recall 18V332000 involves 4,815,661 vehicles, including the 2016 Chrysler 300. A wiring short may prevent cruise control from disengaging via brake pedal or manual switch, causing unintended acceleration. Dealers will perform software flashes on engine or powertrain control modules at no cost. Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the update is completed and to apply brakes steadily and shift to neutral if cruise control fails while driving.
- Cruise control system wiring. Part of recall 18V332000 covers wiring defects causing cruise control disengagement failure in over 4.8 million vehicles, including the Chrysler 300. The procedure and risks are identical to the software-related recall, with free inspection and software updates provided by dealers.
- Front driveshaft bolts. Recall 17V097000 covers 69,298 AWD-equipped Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger vehicles from 2014-2017. The front driveshaft bolts may loosen, potentially disconnecting the driveshaft and causing loss of motive power, increasing crash risk. Chrysler will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts at no charge starting April 7, 2017.
Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues related to safety defects in the 2016 Chrysler 300 may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Legal consultation can help clarify those rights based on specific circumstances.
2016 CHRYSLER 300 Summary
2016
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
4886889
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2016 CHRYSLER 300
1930 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2016 CHRYSLER 300
4815661 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2016 CHRYSLER 300
69298 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
Risk: A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.