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2007 Chrysler 300 problems

The 2007 Chrysler 300 has 2 critical safety recalls on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 623 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.

The 2007 Chrysler 300 has 623 NHTSA owner complaints and 4 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is powertrain at 225 complaints, typically surfacing around 76,671 miles (~$2,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Chrysler 300 owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2005 300 1,125 7
2006 300 1,750 4
2007 300 (this page) 623 4
2008 300 758 4
2009 300 95 5
2010 300 137 7
2007 Chrysler 300
Photo: Kevauto / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · representative photo of the Chrysler 300
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Reliability score
5.4 / 10

Below average for the segment. Multiple systems have recurring complaints.

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Should you avoid this 2007 300?
Avoid — the electrical system

The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the electrical system was repaired or replaced.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

Buying a used 2007 Chrysler 300? Check these first

Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.

What to inspect on this specific car

⚠ The one to take seriously: airbags is flagged critical on this model , showing up around 105,891 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 4 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 5.4/10 model. The priciest documented failure is engine (~$3,100) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.

We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.

See the full pre-purchase inspection checklist →
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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
225 reports · fails ~76,671 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
airbags
138 reports · fails ~105,891 mi · avg $1,100
critical
engine
60 reports · fails ~88,932 mi · avg $3,100
moderate
electrical
58 reports · fails ~94,055 mi · avg $850
severe
cruise control
15 reports · fails ~84,187 mi · avg $600
severe
steering
14 reports · fails ~68,533 mi · avg $700
severe
brakes
11 reports · fails ~73,433 mi · avg $450
severe
fuel system
11 reports · fails ~87,657 mi · avg $1,200
moderate

Your road ahead on this 2007 Chrysler 300

When owners report each system failing, in actual miles — so you can see what's likely behind you, what's due around now, and what to budget for next. Enter your mileage to mark where you are.

  1. ~33,400 mitires~$150
  2. ~70,000 misteering~$700
  3. ~72,065 mipowertrain~$2,500
  4. ~75,000 mibrakes~$450
  5. ~82,847 miengine~$3,100
  6. ~90,000 mielectrical~$850
  7. ~94,560 micruise control~$600
  8. ~102,000 miairbags~$1,100
  9. ~115,000 mifuel system~$1,200

"Typical" = median owner-reported failure mileage from the NHTSA complaint record for this exact year and model. Not a maintenance schedule — a heads-up on where this model's failures cluster.

Buyer's checklist
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Generated from this 2007 300's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2007 300?
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 300 · airbags
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 300. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) and stated that the part needed was unavailable to perform the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not…
2007 300 · powertrain
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 300c. The contact indicated that the gear shifter became stuck in the park position, rendering the vehicle inoperable. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission shifter was faulty and needed to be…
12/30/2015 · at 60,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10816972.0 · see powertrain pattern →
2007 300 · cruise control Crash
My vehicle brakes did not work & other problems with the vehicle & when I asked the dealer if there was recalls on anything they said no & I know there was some because a friend of mine has the same vehicle. *tr
12/30/2013 · at 89,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10557866.0 · see cruise control pattern →
2007 300 · electrical
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that he drove the vehicle home, parked it, and was unable to restart it for two days. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch was faulty…
12/29/2016 · at 100,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10938566.0 · see electrical pattern →
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Active recalls showing 3 of 4

critical NHTSA 16V352000 May 24, 2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.
critical NHTSA 15V313000 May 27, 2015

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.
severe NHTSA 06V493000 December 29, 2006

On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions

This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.

Fix: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on february 19, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
View all 4 recalls →

Under investigation 2 open at NHTSA

EA Air Bags › Frontal · opened September 2021

NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA21002 on NHTSA →

EA Air Bags › Frontal · opened February 2015

NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA15001 on NHTSA →

How NHTSA investigations work, and what's open now →

Common questions

Is the 2007 Chrysler 300 reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 5.4 out of 10 based on 623 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Chrysler 300 has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

Should you avoid the 2007 Chrysler 300?

On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Chrysler 300 is one to avoid unless a specific vehicle proves otherwise. The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the electrical system was repaired or replaced. The record behind that call: 8 fire-related complaints and 1 crash-related complaint on the electrical system; Reliability score 5.4/10 — around the segment average; 4 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2007 Chrysler 300?

Inspect the powertrain first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 225 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 76,671 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.

Is the 2007 Chrysler 300 a good used car to buy?

It scores 5.4 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 623 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is powertrain. Typical failure occurs around 76,671 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Chrysler 300?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 225 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 76,671 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 105,891 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Chrysler 300 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Chrysler 300?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 623 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Chrysler/300. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Chrysler. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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