Is the Chrysler 300M Reliable?

19992004 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.

The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sedans — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.

72/100
Good

Reliability Score

9
Total Recalls
551
Owner Complaints
49
Reported Injuries
1
Reported Deaths
Recall intensity (what drives the score)
0.0 recalls/yr vs. sedan median 1.2/yr
Safety record (separate score)
Lowno open investigations · 1 death, 49 injuries on record

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Chrysler 300M Reliability by Year

Model YearRecallsComplaintsInjuriesDeathsReliability ScoreRating
20041554
57
Fair
20031251
57
Fair
200215210
57
Fair
20012663
57
Fair
2000314413
57
Fair
19991209181
57
Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the 300M Compares to Similar Vehicles

Chrysler 300M72/100
Sedan Category Average72/100

The 300M scores exactly at the sedan average.

Known Chrysler 300M Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

STRUCTURE
46
STEERING
38
AIR BAGS
33
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
28
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
24

Based on 551 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Chrysler 300M reliable?+

The Chrysler 300M scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 6 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 9 recall campaigns and 551 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year 300M is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2004 300M achieved the highest reliability score of 57/100 with 1 recall and 55 complaints.

How many miles does a 300M last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Chrysler 300M owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used 300M will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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