TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2011 chrysler 300 airbags problems
severe 25 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100
Complaints
25
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$1,100
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
TAKATA RECALL: I AM AMAZED THAT A RECALL THAT CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH IS TREATED SO VERY LIGHTLY. IT GREATLY UPSETS ME THAT I COULD BE IN AN ACCIDENT AND DIE BUT NOT FROM THE ACCIDENT. I AM A 30 YEAR RETIRED AVIATION MAINTENANCE OFFICER, WE DIDN'T FLY OUR AIRCRAFT IF KNOWN SAFETY DEFECT COULD COST DEATH OF OUR PILOTS ARE AIRCREW. I REMAIN GREATLY DISAPPOINTED AND ANGRY OVER THIS ISSUE. HOW M…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT STATED THE AIR BAG LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES REGARDING THE FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THE AIR BAG WIRING CONNECTION WAS LOOSE. THE DEALER TIGHTENED THE AIR BAG WIRES; HOWEVER, THE AIR BAG LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. TH…
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. 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 EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS N…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V118000 (AIR BAGS). THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. UPDATED 12/30/13*CN UPDATED 01/14/14
Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2011 chrysler 300?
It's a meaningful issue. 25 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?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. 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.
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