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#BS-2001-CHR300-710C

2001 Chrysler 300MProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 122 owners and 4 recalls for this exact model.

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

Complaints
122
Crashes
5
Fires
4
Recalls
4
TSBs
74
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Preliminary Verdict

Think Twice

Based on 122 complaints, 5 crashes, 4 fires, and 4 recalls. This is the worst model year for this vehicle.

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Top reported problems

1

dashboard is cracking

10 complaints • Severity 7.4/10

$X,XXX
2

random flashing of dash lights and headlights

6 complaints • Severity 6.7/10

$X,XXX
3

check engine light on code p740

4 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
4

overheats

3 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
5

died while driving without warning

3 complaints • Severity 9.3/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the SteeringHIGH

12 owners reported steering issues — failures commonly reported around 68K miles.

!Inspect the Steering:rack And PinionMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

8
0–30K
25
30–60K
27
60–90K
13
90–120K
8
120–150K
7
150K+

Peak failure range: 60–90K miles (27 reports) • Median: 68K 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: Steering (12 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Buyer Lot Checklist

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Where the complaints fall

Steering12 (10%)
Steering:rack And Pinion11 (9%)
Other11 (9%)
Power Train:automatic Transmission8 (7%)
Airbags6 (5%)
Electrical6 (5%)
Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly5 (4%)
Air Bags:frontal4 (3%)

2001 Chrysler 300M: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Steering Issues

Steering complaints account for 10% of all reports filed for the 2001 Chrysler 300M, with 12 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 67,500 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 68K-mile mark.

Steering:rack And Pinion Issues

Steering:rack And Pinion complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2001 Chrysler 300M, with 11 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to steering:rack and pinion-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Power Train:automatic Transmission Issues

Power Train:automatic Transmission complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2001 Chrysler 300M, with 8 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to power train:automatic transmission-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 5% of all reports filed for the 2001 Chrysler 300M, with 6 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

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11
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12
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Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2001 Chrysler 300M. Recent trend: stable.

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Recall History (4 recalls)

00V366000Nov 2000

CHILD SEAT

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE VEHICLES ARE MISSING INSTRUCTIONS THAT PROVIDE A STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE, INCLUDING DIAGRAMS, FOR PROPERLY ATTACHING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM'S TETHER STRAP TO THE TETHER ANCHORAGE.

01V273000Dec 2001

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES (NON-SUNROOF ONLY) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT."

03V035000Apr 2003

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.

09E012000May 2009

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

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.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)

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PE03010ClosedOpened Feb 2003 · closed Sep 2003

THROTTLE CONTROL FAILURE

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

This is the worst model year for the Chrysler 300M according to owner complaint data. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 122 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 4 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.

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2001 Chrysler 300M: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Chrysler 300M?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2001 Chrysler 300M is related to the steering, with 12 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2001 Chrysler 300M reliable?
The 2001 Chrysler 300M has 122 complaints, 5 crash reports, and 4 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 2001 Chrysler 300M 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 2001 Chrysler 300M have any recalls?
Yes, the 2001 Chrysler 300M has 4 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Chrysler 300M problems start?
Based on 88 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 67,500 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 60–90K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2001 Chrysler 300M 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 4, 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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