Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2007 Chrysler 300
The 2007 Chrysler 300 shows moderate issues, primarily with the power train and airbags, and has been subject to several recalls. While complaints about electrical systems and engines exist, they are less frequent. Given the data, potential buyers should thoroughly inspect the vehicle for power train and airbag issues before purchase.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2007 Chrysler 300 has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 498 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #16V352000 Do Not Drive - Passenger Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V313000 Do Not Drive - Driver Side Frontal Air Bag May Rupture NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V493000 ABS CONTROL MODULE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V341000 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 189 complaints
- Air Bags 132 complaints
- Electrical System 57 complaints
- Engine 36 complaints
- Unknown or Other 35 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 19 complaints
Of the 498 complaints on file, 18 report a crash and 12 a fire; across all 498 complaints, owners report 16 injuries and 3 deaths (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Transmission lock-up
How to check: Shift from Neutral to Drive over 40 mph.
Airbag inflator defect
How to check: Verify recall completion using VIN.
Rear brake lock-up
How to check: Test ABS function during braking.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises.
Red flag: Loud knocking or ticking sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for dashboard warning lights.
Red flag: Persistent warning lights on display
- 03
Low-speed maneuvering
What to check: Feel for smooth transmission shifts.
Red flag: Harsh or delayed shifting
- 04
Moderate acceleration
What to check: Assess steering response and stability.
Red flag: Vague or delayed steering input
- 05
Highway cruising
What to check: Verify smooth gear changes at speed.
Red flag: Transmission hesitation or surging
- 06
Braking from speed
What to check: Feel for ABS kicking in smoothly.
Red flag: Rear wheels lock or skid
- 07
Stop and reverse
What to check: Observe for clunky shift to reverse.
Red flag: Loud clunking noises
- 08
Final parking
What to check: Check all electronics and controls.
Red flag: Non-functional controls or displays
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag recall been addressed?
- When was the last transmission service?
- Any past issues with brakes locking?
- Have there been electrical problems?
- Were regular maintenance checks done?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Airbag recall service records
- Transmission service history
- Brake inspection reports
- Full maintenance log
- Vehicle history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Chrysler 300 at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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