Should I buy a 2005 Chrysler 300 with documented seatbelts problems?

Walk carefully. Critical-severity seatbelts issues can mean expensive failures and safety implications. If you proceed, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection, factor full repair cost into your offer, and consider extended warranty coverage that explicitly includes this category.

2005 Chrysler 300 seatbelts problems

critical Owners of the 2005 Chrysler 300 have filed 7 NHTSA complaints about the seatbelts at roughly $500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See seatbelts across all vehicles →

Complaints

Recalls

Avg fix

$500

seatbelts complaints on the Chrysler 300, by model year
Model year	seatbelts complaints
2005 300 (this page)	7
2006 300	7
2007 300	8
2008 300	3

1crash

3injuries

3fatalities

What stands out

Among the 6 model years of Chrysler 300 in our records for seatbelts problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.

All 2 active seatbelts recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 04V335000 July 8, 2004

On certain passenger vehicles, the front shoulder belt adjustable turning loop (atl) bolts may not have been properly tightened

This could cause shoulder belt separation in certain crash conditions, which can increase the risk of injury to front seat occupants.

Fix: Dealers will tighten the shoulder belt adjuster turning loop bolts to the proper specification. Owner notification began on july 6, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

severe NHTSA 04V333000 July 8, 2004

On certain passenger vehicles, a spot welding operation for the rear floorpan reinforcement may not have been performed

This could cause the rear seat belt anchors and/or the child seat anchors to separate in certain crash conditions, which can increase the risk of injury to rear seat passengers.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear floorpan reinforcement for missing welds and install structural rivets if necessary. Owner notification began on july 6, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

What owners are reporting 0 most recent

Had seatbelts trouble with your 2005 Chrysler 300? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the seatbelts problem on the 2005 Chrysler 300?

It's a serious issue. 7 complaints have been filed, including 1 reports involving a crash and 3 fatality(ies). We've classified it as critical based on NHTSA's reported outcomes.

At what mileage does the seatbelts typically fail?

Based on the 7 complaints filed, seatbelts issues most often appear around 144,875 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $500 for seatbelts repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to seatbelts?

Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover seatbelts issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Chrysler/300. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.