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2014 Chrysler 300Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 322 owners and 8 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
322
Crashes
27
Fires
4
Recalls
8
TSBs
311
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 322 complaints, 27 crashes, 4 fires, and 8 recalls. Complaint rate is 2.8x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

park not engaging

5 complaints • Severity 8.8/10

$X,XXX
2

poor headlight visibility

4 complaints • Severity 9/10

$X,XXX
3

lost power while driving

3 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
4

1st to 2nd shift flares up then drops in gear when cold

3 complaints • Severity 5.3/10

$X,XXX
5

not regulating heat properly on auto setting

2 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

71 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 34K miles.

!Inspect the DrivetrainMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

103
0–30K
52
30–60K
33
60–90K
18
90–120K
7
120–150K
4
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (103 reports) • Median: 34K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (71 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical71 (22%)
Drivetrain69 (21%)
Engine26 (8%)
Other24 (7%)
Airbags17 (5%)
Lights17 (5%)
Brakes14 (4%)
Steering11 (3%)

2014 Chrysler 300: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 22% of all reports filed for the 2014 Chrysler 300, with 71 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 34,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 34K-mile mark.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 21% of all reports filed for the 2014 Chrysler 300, with 69 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2014 Chrysler 300, with 26 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 5% of all reports filed for the 2014 Chrysler 300, with 17 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

3
13
14
14
72
15
61
16
44
17
26
18
24
19
28
20
11
21
8
22
14
23
6
24
8
25
3
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2014 Chrysler 300. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (8 recalls)

14V634000Feb 2015

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

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.

16V240000Jun 2016

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

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 opened and the vehicle is not in PARK, allowing them to exit the vehicle while the vehicle is still in gear.

17V097000Apr 2017

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.

17V435000Feb 2018

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

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.

17V741000Dec 2017

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

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.

+ 3 more recalls in the full report

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2014 Chrysler 300 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (2)

1 investigation still open: NHTSA is examining whether a defect warrants a recall.

EA16002ClosedOpened Feb 2016 · closed Jun 2016

Vehicle rollaway, engine on

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

EA21002OpenOpened Sep 2021

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

The worst model year for the Chrysler 300 is the 2006 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

2014 Chrysler 300 vs. Class Average (Large Cars)

This vehicle

322

Class avg

115

2.8x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical large cars vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 322 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 8 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2014 Chrysler 300: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2014 Chrysler 300?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2014 Chrysler 300 is related to the electrical, with 71 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2014 Chrysler 300 reliable?
The 2014 Chrysler 300 has 322 complaints, 27 crash reports, and 4 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 2.8x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2014 Chrysler 300?
NHTSA rates the 2014 Chrysler 300 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2014 Chrysler 300 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2014 Chrysler 300 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2014 Chrysler 300 has 8 recalls on record. At least one is a critical “Do Not Drive” recall. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Chrysler 300 problems start?
Based on 217 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 34,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2014 Chrysler 300 data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 13, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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