My brother was driving my vehicle when we came off of a bridge too fast and tried to take a corner but didn't make it we crashed through a crosswalk and into side of building air bags did not deploy we both suffered concussions, bruised body, and back. *tr
2010 Chrysler 300 airbags problems
severe Owners of the 2010 Chrysler 300 have filed 55 NHTSA complaints about the airbags, typically surfacing around 65,000 miles at roughly $1,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See airbags across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
55
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
| Model year | airbags complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 300 | 285 |
| 2007 300 | 138 |
| 2008 300 | 88 |
| 2009 300 | 36 |
| 2010 300 (this page) | 55 |
| 2011 300 | 25 |
| 2012 300 | 55 |
| 2013 300 | 28 |
| 2014 300 | 14 |
8crashes
10injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 55 airbags complaints filed for the 2010 Chrysler 300, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Airbags accounts for 40% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 9 categories tracked.
Owners have filed 55 airbags complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2010 Chrysler 300 airbag problem splits into two categories: complete deployment failure during crashes and years-long parts shortages blocking recall repairs.
Deployment Failures: Six owners describe actual collisions where airbags did not deploy despite crashes occurring at 20–45 mph. One driver had a seizure at 45 mph and hit another car; airbags didn't deploy, and the driver suffered neck and sternum injuries. Another crashed at 30 mph due to sun glare—no deployment, whiplash and cervical strain. A third T-boned a vehicle; total loss, no airbag deployment, no serious injuries but litigation obstacles. A fourth was hit during a police chase at 25 mph—both occupants injured, vehicle destroyed. A fifth hit a tree at 20–25 mph—neck, knee, and back injuries. A sixth crashed through a crosswalk at speed—concussions and bruising. All owners sustained injuries that functional airbags might have mitigated.
Recall Delays: About 40 owners received Takata recall notices (15V313000 or 16V352000) but cannot obtain repairs. Parts remain unavailable, with dealers unable to provide timelines. One owner waited over 15 months without parts; others report being told to keep driving unsafe vehicles. Dealers cite manufacturer backorders; Chrysler cannot give estimated delivery dates. One owner asked the dealer to disconnect the dangerous airbag; the dealer refused, claiming liability. Owners feel abandoned by both manufacturer and dealer during an open safety campaign.
Same Chrysler 300 airbags reports on nearby years: 2007 · 2008 · 2009 · 2011 · 2012
Failure modes owners describe
Airbag Failure to Deploy in Crashes
Multiple owners report airbags failing to deploy during actual collisions at various speeds (20-45 mph), resulting in injuries that airbags should have prevented. Crashes ranged from head-on impacts to side collisions. Some vehicles were subject to recalls (Takata) at the time of the failure.
When: During crashes at 20-45 mph; failure mileages reported at 50,000, 80,000, 182,000, and 188,760 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Airbags did not deploy upon impact; Owner sustained neck, sternum, whiplash, cervical strain, rib pain, concussions, and bruising; Passenger injuries also reported
Codes mentioned: 15V313000, 16V352000
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicles were totaled or towed; no repair attempted in most cases
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaigns 15V313000 and 16V352000 (Takata airbag recalls); vehicles involved in failures had been serviced under these campaigns or were awaiting service
Takata Airbag Recall Parts Unavailability
Majority of complaints (approximately 40 of 55) involve owners who received recall notices for Takata airbag defects but cannot schedule repairs because replacement parts are not available from the manufacturer. Owners report contacting dealers and Chrysler multiple times over months to years with no resolution or delivery date provided.
When: Recall notices issued starting mid-2015 through 2016; delays extending 15+ months in some cases; complaints filed 2015-2017
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light illuminated (one case); Parts on backorder with no estimated availability; Dealers unable to provide timeline for repairs; Owners forced to continue driving recalled vehicles
Codes mentioned: 15V313000, 16V352000, 09V420000
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs completed; parts described as unavailable indefinitely; one owner noted dealer could not disconnect airbag due to liability concerns
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaigns 15V313000 and 16V352000 (Takata airbag recalls); manufacturer and dealers repeatedly cited parts distribution disconnect; no estimated repair date provided
Airbag Warning Light Illumination
One owner reported airbag warning light appearing while vehicle was parked, later linked to the Takata recall issue (Campaign 15V313000).
When: While parked; timing not specified
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light illuminated
Codes mentioned: 15V313000
Repairs/costs cited: No repair completed; parts unavailable
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 15V313000 (Takata airbag recall); parts not available
Synthesized from 55 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 14 most recent
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags). However the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool…
No one is calling back with received parts for recalls I have 3
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time to do the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. VIN tool…
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not expierenced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact received the recall notification in june of 2015. The dealer stated that the part was not available for repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The VIN was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts…
On september 29, 2014, I was involved in a mva. A lady failed to yield at the stop sign and I t-boned her as I proceeding through the intersection. The impact total my vehicle completely but none of my airbags deployed. There were no serious injuries from the accident but this has made me hesitant about purchasing any Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep vehicles. I was told by my attorney that since there…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v3130000 (air bags). After contacting the dealer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the vehicle were not available and no estimated time for receiving the parts could be given. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags). After contacting the dealer on multiple occasions, the contact was informed that the part needed to repair the vehicle was not available and no estimated time for receiving the parts could be given. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags ) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Part…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2010 Chrysler 300?
It's a meaningful issue. 55 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Across the 10 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most airbags failures cluster between 50,000 and 80,000 miles, with the median around 65,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 50,000; a quarter make it past 80,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
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/2010/Chrysler/300.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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