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2021 Chrysler 300 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2021 Chrysler 300 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 21 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Chrysler dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2021 Chrysler 300, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

2021 Chrysler 300 owner complaints

Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Chrysler 300, describing incidents dated October 21, 2021 to October 9, 2026.

Most-cited components

  • Air Bags 8 complaints
  • Engine 4 complaints
  • Seat Belts 3 complaints
  • Unknown or Other 3 complaints
  • Fuel/Propulsion System 2 complaints
  • Service Brakes 2 complaints

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11774904 · Filed

    I have had problem after problem with my car oxygen sensor went out twice and then the damper and I’m pretty sure the crankshaft has a problem too but now I have a brake booster and the hose that does not seal off the compression doesn’t seal until it warms up so when it’s cold, there is no brakes…

  • ODI #11753341 · Filed

    The backup camera system malfunctioned, resulting in a blank or distorted display screen when the vehicle is placed in reverse. This system failure deprives the driver of rear visibility and disables the rear parking collision warning, creating a safety hazard when backing up. I previously brought…

  • ODI #11736665 · Filed

    The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while parked and occupied in the vehicle or driving the contact noticed the headlights have failed to work as intended. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the headlight assembly needed to be…

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Side Curtain Air Bag Inflators May Rupture

NHTSA #24V198000 · Air Bags — Side/Window — Curtain — Inflator · NHTSA notice

Reported March 14, 2024 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis)

Potentially affected: 284,982 vehicles

Repair completion: 33.87% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Chrysler campaign 19B · Owners notified February 20, 2025 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.

Safety consequence

An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Inadequate Windshield Bonding/FMVSS 212

NHTSA #21V516000 · Visibility — Windshield · NHTSA notice

Reported July 8, 2021 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Potentially affected: 21,258 vehicles

Repair completion: 66.22% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Chrysler campaign Y47 · Owners notified August 31, 2021

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

Safety consequence

A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y47.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Other Chrysler 300 model years

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