2004 Chrysler 300M: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 71 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (15% of complaints); the 2003 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Apr 2009
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“About 5 days ago, the airbag light came on that has caused my cruise control, horn, and radio volume not work. I live in a very busy and congested city. I was almost run off the road twice because I don't have a horn that works to warn people to state in there lanes.”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2016
“While running, stationary, and motion the vehical ran hot, motor oil leaking while car in motion and parked. Car did not want to start, and shuts off while in drive. Car was taken to certified mechanic, diognostic test performed report indicated electrical and sensor problems among other mechanical issues.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · May 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler 300m. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to slow down, the vehicle would jerk and stay at the same speed or stall without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle was stuck in third gear. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Jan 2016
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler 300m. While driving 65 mph, the hood became unlatched on the vehicle without warning. The hood shattered the windshield and also dented the roof. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 168,000.”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Jan 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler 300m. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jul 2015
“Dragging of the brake while driving. Tires get hot to the touch. Releasing gas pedal, the car does not roll, it stops abruptly...when ex celebrating, the rpms goes up, but car not going speed limit....brake pedal very hard to press”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jun 2015
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler 300m. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted and was not taken to a dealer or mechanic for diagnosis or repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.”Owner report · Engine · Jan 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chrysler 300 m. The contact stated she experienced difficulties when trying to insert the key into the ignition switch. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who advised that the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer is unaware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. Updated 09/30/14*lj the consumer stated that there were three cracks in the dash board on the passenger's side. The dashlights and tail lights went out 4 times. The consumer no longer owns the vehicle. Updated 02/25/2015. *js”Owner report · Electrical System · Nov 2013
“The chrome covering the door handle started peeling about 2 years ago and I have sliced my finger wide open on several occasions, when my daughter sliced her finger open on the very sharp chrom covering that was peeling, I decided it was time to report it. If I had been able to afford going to the emergency room, I am sure I should have had stitches on at least one occasion. My husband tried to help and tried to peel the rest of it off, but it just changed where the slicey part is, not its on the palm of my hand instead of my fingers.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Aug 2013
“Coming home from work I pulled into my girlfriends circle driveway. While making the left hand turn into the driveway I felt the car not reacting to the steering wheel. I stopped and looked at both front tires expecting to see a broken tie rod end but both tires pointed in the same direction. I asked her to step in the vehicle and turn the steering wheel while I could see what was happening. I could see the whole steering rack move back and fourth without it being connected to the frame. I am thankful that this did not happen at highway speeds when I was heading home. This is a very dangerous car to own. *tr”Owner report · Steering · Jun 2013
When filing, owners marked a crash in 4 of these complaints and injuries in 4 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, AN INTERNAL HOOD LATCH COMPONENT MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH A CRACK, WHICH COULD PROPAGATE AND BREAK, ALLOWING THE PRIMARY/SECONDARY LATCH SPRING TO DISENGAGE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE LATCH ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-992-1997.
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 CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
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.
Trouble codes owners mention
OBD-II codes that appear in NHTSA complaints about this car.
How other years compare
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Is the 2004 Chrysler 300M reliable?
NHTSA has 71 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2004 Chrysler 300M. The most complained-about area is power train (15% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2004 Chrysler 300M problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 60,806 miles or less.
Does the 2004 Chrysler 300M have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.