2014 Chrysler 300 recalls & problems

8 recalls 236 complaints 2 investigations

8recalls
236owner complaints
22crashes reported
4fires reported
18 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2014 Chrysler 300 and 236 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is electrical system (72 reports), followed by power train (69). NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations that include this vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

2014 Chrysler 300 recalls

Air Bags · NHTSA 19V018000 · Jan 15, 2019

Do not drive – the manufacturer advises owners not to drive these vehicles until repaired.

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…

1,413,222 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Power Train · NHTSA 18E053000 · Jul 12, 2018

Problem: 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…

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.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.

1,930 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Electrical System · NHTSA 18V332000 · May 17, 2018

Problem: 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…

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.

Fix: 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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise…

4,815,661 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Electrical System · NHTSA 17V741000 · Nov 21, 2017

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T75.

17,116 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Electrical System · NHTSA 17V435000 · Jul 10, 2017

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is…

442,214 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Power Train · NHTSA 17V097000 · Feb 14, 2017

Problem: 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.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.

69,298 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Power Train · NHTSA 16V240000 · Apr 25, 2016

Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a monostable gear selector, may not adequately warn the driver when driver's door is…

Risk: Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of vehicle rollaway, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S27. Note: On October 19, 2016…

811,290 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Electrical System · NHTSA 14V634000 · Oct 8, 2014

Problem: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.

Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.

435,081 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

2014 Chrysler 300 problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical System 72
221
Power Train 69
1003
Engine 25
000
Unknown or Other 23
321
Air Bags 17
8010
Exterior Lighting 17
001
Service Brakes 13
100
Vehicle Speed Control 12
000
Steering 11
000
Fuel/Propulsion System 9
000
Structure 7
300
Wheels 6
000
Electronic Stability Control (esc) 6
000
Suspension 5
000
Seat Belts 4
001
Visibility/Wiper 4
000
Visibility 3
001
Engine and Engine Cooling 3
000
Traction Control System 2
000
Tires 2
000
Seats 2
000
Fuel System, Gasoline 2
000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1
000
Service Brakes, Air 1
000
Trailer Hitches 1
000
Latches/Locks/Linkages 1
000
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility 1
000
Equipment 1
000
Back Over Prevention 1
000

NHTSA investigations

Latest owner complaints

Electrical System · May 23, 2026 · FL

Dealer Gladiator Auto Sales LLC, 7040 NW 77th Ter #1, Medley FL 33166 sold me this vehicle on [XXX] stating 98,854 miles as ACTUAL MILEAGE on contract and FL Form 82042. Florida title record shows 170,520 miles on 07/27/2019 and current brand NOT ACTUAL MILEAGE. Odometer rolled back 71,666 miles. This is federal odometer fraud. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF…

Service Brakes · Mar 12, 2026 · GA

See attached document for complaint.

Wheels · Sep 7, 2025 · AZ

As I was driving my car felt like if it went on neutral. I almost crashed. Stopped. Then it would not come off of park. I kept putting it on drive and it automatically kept going into park mode. The car was still running though. And turns on. It still wont drive. Turns on but doesn't go onto drive mode.

Unknown or Other · Sep 7, 2025 · AZ

As I was driving my car felt like if it went on neutral. I almost crashed. Stopped. Then it would not come off of park. I kept putting it on drive and it automatically kept going into park mode. The car was still running though. And turns on. It still wont drive. Turns on but doesn't go onto drive mode.

Electrical System · Sep 7, 2025 · AZ

As I was driving my car felt like if it went on neutral. I almost crashed. Stopped. Then it would not come off of park. I kept putting it on drive and it automatically kept going into park mode. The car was still running though. And turns on. It still wont drive. Turns on but doesn't go onto drive mode.

Unknown or Other · Aug 14, 2025 · IN

Valve , computer in transmission stoped working , no communication.

Electrical System · Apr 23, 2025 · CO

My backup camera works when it wants to mostly not at all. It just flickers when I put the car in reverse. I really need it because of the blind spots. Also since the fuel issue was recalled and fixed my car smells like it's not burning the gas properly. In other words I can smell fumes.

Fuel/Propulsion System · Apr 23, 2025 · CO

My backup camera works when it wants to mostly not at all. It just flickers when I put the car in reverse. I really need it because of the blind spots. Also since the fuel issue was recalled and fixed my car smells like it's not burning the gas properly. In other words I can smell fumes.

Steering · Mar 31, 2025 · TX

I have owned this vehicle for 9 years, and taken it in for numerous oil changes and multi-point inspections. One item that is included to be serviced is to check and top off (if needed) the power steering fluid. Due to where the power steering reservoir and pump is located, the passenger side tire and fenderwell cover must be removed to access the two parts. This is quite a…

Unknown or Other · Feb 24, 2025 · MD

When the weather is very cold or it is raining or snowing my sunroof leaks into my car. The windshield fogs up and I am not able to drive the vehicle and the rear seat and floor is usually wet.

Engine · Dec 19, 2024 · 96,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2014 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle briefly vibrated before returning to normal functionality however, the failure became a regular failure. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. After…

Steering · Jun 5, 2024 · 114,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2014 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that after restarting the vehicle, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The dealer replaced the power steering pump; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Chrysler 300 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls covering the 2014 Chrysler 300, the most recent one (19V018000) for air bags. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chrysler 300?

Based on 236 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are electrical system (72), power train (69), engine (25).

Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2014 Chrysler 300?

Owners reported 22 crashes, 4 fires, 18 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.

Is NHTSA investigating the 2014 Chrysler 300?

NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations that include this vehicle, most recently EA21002: Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture.