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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Chrysler 300 airbags problems
severe Owners of the 2014 Chrysler 300 have filed 14 NHTSA complaints about the airbags 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 →
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
| Model year | airbags complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 300 | 55 |
| 2011 300 | 25 |
| 2012 300 | 55 |
| 2013 300 | 28 |
| 2014 300 (this page) | 14 |
| 2015 300 | 7 |
| 2016 300 | 12 |
| 2017 300 | 5 |
| 2018 300 | 13 |
7crashes
10injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 14 airbags complaints filed for the 2014 Chrysler 300, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
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75-100k
100-125k
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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
No new NHTSA airbags complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 5 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering airbags on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Sun Sensor Multi zone Auto Climate Control systems. Left and right outlet temperatures do not match when system is in "sync" . Occupants will experience being cold ( winter time), on either passenger or driver side, even though the temperature setting is the same. Root cause: Suspect sun senors ( PN 55111274AA and 55111275AA). THERE WILL BE NO DTC FOR THE SUN SENSOR active or stored. The issue is diagnosed by using an INCANDESCENT (not LED) shop lamp. Shine the shop lamp on the left side of the sensor, then on the right side of the sensor, while monitoring sensor output with STARSCAN. The reading should change from 0 (or near zero) to about 20 to 40. The important thing is that the left and
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The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2014 Chrysler 300s report airbags failing to deploy in frontal impacts ranging from 25 to 55 mph, including rear-end collisions and head-on crashes into vehicles and obstacles. In one three-vehicle incident, both occupants sustained concussions, severe cervical strains, back injuries, and facial lacerations—injuries the owner believes would have been less severe with proper airbag deployment. Multiple crashes (two deer strikes, vehicle-to-vehicle collisions) also resulted in zero deployment at impact speeds between 25 and 50 mph.
A separate pattern involves the airbag warning light illuminating at ignition start, with independent mechanics diagnosing failed front driver side airbag impact sensors around 46,000 miles. One owner also reports the passenger airbag sensor signal randomly cycling on and off regardless of seat occupancy, beginning around 28,000 miles.
Several owners received recall notifications (NHTSA campaigns 16V668000 and a passenger airbag inflator recall) but were told dealers had no parts in stock to complete the repairs. One owner reports the manufacturer refused to cover recall repairs on a rebuilt salvage title vehicle involved in an accident. A single complaint describes an airbag deploying in the wrong direction during an accident, burning the driver's left hand.
Same Chrysler 300 airbags reports on nearby years: 2011 · 2012 · 2013 · 2016
Failure modes owners describe
Airbag non-deployment in frontal crashes
Owners report airbags failing to deploy during frontal impacts ranging from 25 mph to 55 mph, including multi-vehicle collisions and single-vehicle crashes into obstacles. Severity varied from no injuries to severe injuries (concussions, cervical strains, back/hip injuries, facial lacerations) that owners claim would have been prevented or reduced by proper airbag deployment.
When: At impact; mileages reported from 68,000 to 97,000 miles and unknown
Symptoms owners cite: Airbags did not deploy during frontal collision; Frontal impact with significant vehicle damage; Multi-vehicle accidents with no airbag deployment
Repairs/costs cited: No dealer diagnostic testing or repairs performed in reported cases; vehicle damage repaired at collision centers
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer was not notified in most cases; one case (complaint #4) involved dealer notification but not manufacturer notification
Airbag warning light illumination with failed sensor
Airbag and engine warning indicators illuminate at ignition start. Diagnostic testing at an independent mechanic revealed front driver side airbag impact sensor failure requiring replacement. Owner replaced engine indicator sensor but not the airbag sensor due to repair cost or decision.
When: At ignition start; approximately 46,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light illuminates at ignition on; Engine warning light illuminates at ignition on; Warning recurs every ignition cycle
Codes mentioned: Front driver side airbag impact sensor failure
Repairs/costs cited: Independent mechanic diagnosed failed intake valve engine sensor and front driver side airbag impact sensor; engine sensor replaced, airbag sensor not replaced
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 16V240000 (Power Train) referenced; manufacturer not notified
Passenger airbag sensor malfunction with intermittent warning
Passenger airbag signal indicator randomly activates and deactivates regardless of whether a passenger occupies the seat. Complaint also mentions service transmission warning and backup camera malfunction, indicating possible broader electrical issue. Vehicle brought to shop six times within couple months.
When: Began at approximately 28,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Passenger airbag signal goes on and off randomly; Signal activates with no passenger present; Signal deactivates with passenger present; Multiple electronics affected (transmission warning, backup camera intermittent)
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle brought to shop 6 times in couple months; backup camera replaced but issue persists
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Owner complained to Chrysler; specific recall/TSB not mentioned
Recall repair parts unavailable
Owners received NHTSA recall notifications (campaigns 16V668000 and unspecified passenger airbag inflator recall) but dealers advised that required parts were not available for repair. One owner states manufacturer exceeded reasonable timeframe for repair completion.
When: After recall notification received; one case updated 05/17/17
Symptoms owners cite: Recall repair cannot be completed due to parts shortage; Extended delay in recall repair availability; Dealer unable to provide parts needed for recall
Repairs/costs cited: NHTSA Campaign 16V668000 (Seat Belt, Air Bags) and passenger airbag inflator recall parts unavailable at dealerships
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 16V668000 and NHTSA Campaign 16V668000; parts noted as unavailable; one case updated 05/17/17
Airbag deployed improperly causing burn injury
During an accident, front airbag deployed in wrong direction or manner, striking and burning the driver's left hand instead of providing protection.
When: During accident impact
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag deployed incorrectly; Airbag struck and burned left hand; Improper airbag trajectory/direction
Repairs/costs cited: Owner sustained burn injury from improper airbag deployment
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH the vehicle crashed into the rear of a second vehicle. During the crash the vehicle sustained severe front end damage but the air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained neck, back and chest injuries which required medical treatment. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2014 Chrysler 300?
It's a meaningful issue. 14 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?
Based on the 14 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 44,013 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 $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/2014/Chrysler/300.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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