2014 Chrysler 300 electrical problems

Engine shut off without warning while driving at highway speeds. Vehicle would not restart immediately; required driver to stop completely, shift to Park, apply brake, and restart. Issue recurred multiple times despite repeated dealer visits and repair attempts.

When: 9+ occurrences over months, starting Sept 2017; various speeds (60 mph, Interstate 30)

Symptoms owners cite: Engine shuts off suddenly while driving; No warning before failure; Vehicle requires full stop and restart sequence; Multiple recurrences despite repairs

Repairs/costs cited: Dealers unable to diagnose root cause after multiple 3-day repair visits. AutoNation suspected catalytic converter ($3,200 out of warranty). Engine-off event also noted in narratives #3, #9, #20, #21 without root cause identified.

Electronic shift selector malfunction caused vehicle to jump into Park while in motion, creating immediate safety hazard. Previously repaired under recall in May 2014, but issue recurred. Dealer diagnosed both upper and lower shift mechanism failures requiring parts not in stock.

When: February 2022; vehicle had under 59,000 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle shifted to Park while driving; No driver input to cause shift; Safety risk to driver and others

Repairs/costs cited: Dealer determined upper and lower shift mechanisms both required repair. Parts availability delayed 2-3 weeks. Owner had to pay for repeat repair despite recall history and low mileage.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Previously repaired under NHTSA campaign (May 2014); issue classified as factory recall issue

TIPM failed causing loss of power while driving, multiple start failures, erratic dash lights, and communications loss. Vehicle became unsafe to drive. Dealer and Chrysler refused to acknowledge TIPM as cause despite clear symptoms. Owner had vehicle for 9+ months of failures without resolution.

When: Jan-Mar 2015; expressway and local driving

Symptoms owners cite: Complete loss of power while on expressway; Vehicle would not start; All instrument cluster icons flashing; Start button stuck, would not return to OFF; Low pulsating sound in engine compartment; Wipers moving slowly with switch in OFF position; Lost navigation and phone pairing; 27 error codes generated

Codes mentioned: 27 error codes (unspecified)

Repairs/costs cited: Dealer performed TCM software update instead of TIPM replacement. No repairs effective. Vehicle kept for 18-day diagnostic attempt. Owner made monthly payments on unsafe vehicle.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Chrysler Resolution assigned case number (Feb 2015) but refused repair, refund, or replacement despite safety concerns (Mar 9, 2015 decision)

Backup camera intermittently displays black screen when vehicle in Reverse, and image appears horizontally flipped (left and right reversed). Previously repaired in 2015, but issues persisted. Problem difficult to replicate at dealership. Software updates unsuccessful.

When: Ongoing since purchase in 2016; previously repaired 2015

Symptoms owners cite: Black screen on monitor in Reverse; Camera image flips (left appears right); Intermittent operation; Does not fail when at dealership

Repairs/costs cited: Previously repaired 2015. Dealership suggested software update (ineffective). Owner concerned warranty may have expired.

160-amp alternator failed while driving at highway speeds with little warning, causing complete power loss. Vehicle crossed recall cutoff date by one month. Owner forced to pay for tow truck after blocking traffic. Related to NHTSA recall P60/NHTSA 14V-634 but VIN excluded due to build-date technicality.

When: April 11, 2017; 160-amp failed (part 04801779AG, not updated to AH)

Symptoms owners cite: Complete loss of power while driving; Little or no warning; Vehicle unable to coast to safe location

Repairs/costs cited: Alternator replaced. Owner noted that recall solution (part change 04801779AG to 04801779AH) was implemented Sept 12, 2014, but cutoff date was Dec 23, 2013. Vehicle built Jan 2014 was excluded despite having original failing part number.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA recall P60/NHTSA 14V-634 (160-amp alternator) excluded 2014 model built after Dec 23, 2013, despite part not changed at plant

After electronic shift recall repair (NHTSA 16V240000), horn sounded and doors unlocked independently while key was in owner's pocket. Feature should only activate if key locked in vehicle. Occurred 12+ times. Dealer demanded deductible for diagnosis.

When: Three weeks after Feb 2014 recall repair; ~40,000 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Horn honking independently; Doors unlocking without fob activation; Occurs with key in pocket outside vehicle

Repairs/costs cited: Dealer charged deductible for diagnosis despite issue being post-recall side effect.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Related to NHTSA campaign 16V240000 (Powertrain) recall repair; unintended consequence

Alternator failed at 43,434 miles while driving 50 mph, causing complete power loss and burning smell inside vehicle. Vehicle towed to independent mechanic. Dealer and manufacturer stated base model not covered by electrical recall despite identical failure mode.

When: At 43,434 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Complete power loss at 50 mph; Burning odor inside vehicle; Smoke smell detected immediately after loss of power

Repairs/costs cited: Alternator replaced by independent mechanic. Part number not specified.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA campaign 17V435000 (Electrical System) did not include base model vehicles; manufacturer stated no recalls on base model

While in cruise control at 70 mph, vehicle accelerated to over 85 mph without driver touching accelerator or cruise control resume button. Driver had to cancel cruise and brake manually. Occurred multiple times on single trip. Vehicle had been previously reprogrammed for unintended heated seat/steering wheel activation.

When: Occurred during highway trip; vehicle previously reprogrammed

Symptoms owners cite: Unintended acceleration to 85+ mph; No driver input to gas or cruise buttons; Recurred multiple times during same trip

Repairs/costs cited: Prior to incident, vehicle was reprogrammed to fix heated seat and steering wheel activating on their own. Owner suspects reprogramming may have affected cruise control.

Vehicle would not start two days after purchase. Dashboard lights illuminate when vehicle off, draining battery. Engine misfire sensation during driving. Start failures recurred. Dealer reprogrammed powertrain and transmission control modules but unable to resolve root cause.

When: Early ownership; first failure within 2 days of purchase

Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle will not start; Check engine light illuminated; All dashboard lights illuminate while vehicle off; Battery drain from illuminated dash lights; Engine misfiring sensation while driving; Repeated start failures

Repairs/costs cited: Dealer performed TSB reprogramming of powertrain and transmission control modules; reset check engine light. Multiple attempts unsuccessful.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: TSB performed (powertrain and transmission control reprogramming)

Vehicle made sudden stop at 25 mph with traction control and electrical system warning lights illuminated. Vehicle would not restart. Independent mechanic replaced electronic throttle control system and electronic sensor, but failure recurred multiple times despite repeated repairs.

When: At 125,000 miles; failure recurred multiple times

Symptoms owners cite: Sudden stop at 25 mph; Traction control warning light; Electrical system warning light; Vehicle will not restart; Recurrent failures despite repairs

Repairs/costs cited: Independent mechanic replaced electronic throttle control system and electronic sensor. Failure recurred several times; vehicle returned to mechanic multiple times.

Vehicle would not start while under lease agreement; owner not notified of applicable recall. Vehicle damaged during towing (front end damage, rattling on left side). Damage affects car performance and owner incurred significant time and money costs.

When: During lease term; date unspecified

Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle would not start; Required towing

Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle damaged during towing process (front end). Recalls mentioned but not provided to leasee.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Vehicle eligible for recall but owner not notified due to lease agreement status

Vehicle stalled at 20 mph with lights flickering. Alternator failure warning light illuminated. Vehicle could not be restarted. Owner had previously had vehicle serviced under electrical recall (17V741000) two years prior but did not complete service; failure related to that recall.

When: At approximately 88,900 miles; after previous incomplete electrical recall service

Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle stalled at low speed; Lights flickering; Alternator failure warning light illuminated; Vehicle unable to restart

Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle not yet repaired. Owner had previous service appointment for NHTSA 17V741000 but incomplete.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA campaign 17V741000 (Electrical System) applied but repair not completed

Dashboard cluster went completely dark (no speedometer, tachometer, fuel, temperature gauges, or traction control). Radio and console went black. Vehicle would not turn on. Alarm system inoperable. Dome light still functional. Problem occurred at 45,000 miles while both driving and parked. Vehicle came back to life from road bumps during towing. Dealership unable to find fault.

When: At 45,000 miles; occurred while driving and while parked (random)

Symptoms owners cite: Dashboard cluster completely black; No instrument display (speed, RPM, fuel, temp); Radio and console black; Vehicle will not start; Alarm system inoperable; Dome light unaffected; Intermittent nature; vehicle revives from road vibration

Repairs/costs cited: Jump start ineffective (not battery issue). Owner has video of 2 occurrences. Dealership unable to locate fault.

Cruise control difficult to engage after remote start; requires holding all 4 steering wheel buttons simultaneously. Disengagement difficult. Speed variance of 1-2 mph between set speed and actual speed. Safety recall issued 5/17/2018 but owner's VIN not registered for that recall.

When: Ongoing; safety recall issued 05/17/2018

Symptoms owners cite: Cruise control will not engage after remote start; Requires holding multiple buttons simultaneously to engage; Difficulty disengaging cruise control; Speed variance of 1-2 mph from set speed

Repairs/costs cited: No repair made. VIN not registered for safety recall despite same issue.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA safety recall issued 05/17/2018 for cruise control issue; owner's VIN excluded

Service Power Steering, Service Shifter, No Bus, and Check Engine warning lights illuminated simultaneously while driving at 35 mph. Owner suspected alternator failure but no diagnostic performed. Vehicle not included in electrical recall despite warning light pattern suggesting electrical fault.

When: At 45,000 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Service Power Steering light illuminated; Service Shifter light illuminated; No Bus warning light illuminated; Check Engine light illuminated; All four lights simultaneous at 35 mph

Repairs/costs cited: Owner arranged towing to independent mechanic but no diagnostic test documented.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: VIN not included in NHTSA 17V435000 (Electrical System)

Battery Safe Mode indicator randomly illuminating, creating uncertainty about whether vehicle would stall without warning. Two different dealers consulted but unable to diagnose. VIN not included in three separate electrical system recalls despite symptom overlap.

When: Mileage unknown

Symptoms owners cite: Battery Safe Mode indicator randomly illuminating; Unpredictable activation pattern

Repairs/costs cited: No repair made. Two dealers contacted without success.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: VIN not included in NHTSA campaigns 17V741000, 17V435000, or 14V634000 (all Electrical System)

When ignition turned to Accessory position, battery failed completely after two minutes. Failure recurred numerous times. Dealer unable to diagnose. Independent mechanic diagnosed battery failure and replaced it, but failure recurred immediately after repair.

When: At 20,000 miles; early ownership

Symptoms owners cite: Battery drains completely in Accessory mode; Drain occurs within 2 minutes; Recurrent after battery replacement

Repairs/costs cited: Battery replaced by independent mechanic, but same failure recurred, indicating non-battery electrical drain.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: VIN included in NHTSA 14V634000 (Electrical System) recall

Vehicle would not start with very low mileage (700 miles). All gauges flashed off and on. Windshield wipers operated very slowly. Pulsating noise from engine compartment. All electrical systems malfunctioned. Dealer recharged battery but unable to diagnose underlying cause.

When: At 700 miles; immediately after purchase

Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle will not start; All gauges flashing off and on; All electrical systems malfunctioning; Windshield wipers operating very slowly; Pulsating noise from engine compartment

Repairs/costs cited: Battery recharged at dealer with no root cause diagnosis.

While driving at 55 mph, burning odor detected and Battery Saver Mode indicator illuminated. Vehicle lost power. Dealer unable to duplicate failure. VIN not included in any recalls despite identical symptoms to recall campaigns.

When: At approximately 87,000 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Burning electrical odor; Battery Saver Mode indicator illuminated; Complete power loss at 55 mph

Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle not diagnosed or repaired due to inability to reproduce failure.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: VIN not included in any recall; manufacturer advised contact NHTSA

Vehicle stalled repeatedly at 55 mph. Owner able to restart but failure recurred numerous times. VIN included in electrical recall (14V634000) but parts unavailable for repair. Manufacturer exceeded reasonable repair timeframe for recall.

When: At 1,000 miles; early ownership

Symptoms owners cite: Repeated stalling at 55 mph; Vehicle can be restarted after stall

Repairs/costs cited: VIN eligible for recall repair but parts not available.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA 14V634000 (Electrical System) applied but repair parts unavailable; excessive delay

Vehicle stalled without warning at 60 mph. Failure recurred numerous times. Dealer diagnosed that motor oil was not flowing to engine. Vehicle not repaired despite diagnosis. VIN included in electrical recall but issue appears mechanical.

When: At 15,295 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Stalling at highway speed without warning; Multiple recurrences; Poor oil circulation to engine

Repairs/costs cited: Dealer diagnosed oil flow problem but did not repair vehicle.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA 14V634000 (Electrical System) applied despite oil circulation diagnosis

Infotainment screen turned white and restarted without warning. Climate control system malfunctioned—vehicle blew cold air when heat set to high, and air conditioning did not function until vehicle powered off and restarted.

When: Unspecified timing; separate incidents

Symptoms owners cite: Infotainment screen turns white; Screen restarts without user input; Heat not working (blows cold air); Air conditioning not working until power cycle; Climate control requires system restart to function

Repairs/costs cited: No repair documented.

Check Engine light illuminated on startup. Oil pressure reading at 99 (abnormally high). Diagnostic revealed oil pressure sending unit malfunction. Owner reports this is a common issue across 2011-2014 Chrysler 300 models on multiple forums.

When: Unspecified timing

Symptoms owners cite: Check Engine light illuminated; Abnormally high oil pressure reading (99); Oil pressure sending unit malfunction

Repairs/costs cited: No repair documented. Owner questions if dealership will cover under warranty.

Back left turn signal indicator blinks 4 times then appears blown. Cycling vehicle off and on restores function temporarily before failure repeats. Bulb replaced but electrical malfunction persists. Critically, rear seat belt inertia locks do not function in emergency stops—children in car seats were not restrained during emergency braking (car ran stop sign), causing forward movement.

When: Unspecified timing

Symptoms owners cite: Turn signal intermittent (4 blinks then out); Turns on after power cycle; fails again; Rear seat belt inertia locks non-functional; Children thrown forward during emergency braking

Repairs/costs cited: Bulb replaced; electrical issue persists. Seat belt safety system non-functional.

Factory audio system started making static noise via Bluetooth, then complete audio system failed (radio, Bluetooth, GPS all inoperable after restart). Owner discovered melted fuse in trunk fuse box near battery that had begun melting the plastic fuse box housing.

When: Unspecified timing; two-day incident sequence

Symptoms owners cite: Static noise in audio system via Bluetooth; Complete audio system failure; Radio inoperable; Bluetooth inoperable; GPS inoperable; Melted fuse in trunk box; Plastic fuse box housing melted by fuse

Repairs/costs cited: No repair documented. Owner discovered melted fuse themselves.

While driving both day and night, headlights flashed off and on, dashboard lights cycled off and on, windshield wipers activated without input, and radio turned off. At night, headlights included in flashing pattern; during day, same pattern minus headlights. Occurred on street and highway while in motion. Multiple occurrences; eventually stops on its own.

When: Unspecified timing; multiple occurrences over time

Symptoms owners cite: Headlights flashing off and on (night driving); Dashboard lights flashing off and on; Windshield wipers activating without input; Radio turning off and on; Occurs while in motion on street and highway; Intermittent; eventually resolves on its own

Repairs/costs cited: No repair documented.

Oil filter housing leaking hot oil onto wiring near electrical components, creating fire hazard risk. Owner's VIN excluded from existing recall despite identical defect. Manufacturer refused repair due to VIN exclusion despite acknowledged safety risk.

When: Unspecified timing

Symptoms owners cite: Oil filter housing leak; Hot oil leaking onto electrical wiring; Fire hazard potential

Repairs/costs cited: No repair offered. Manufacturer refused despite hazard acknowledgment.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer stated VIN not included in existing recall; refused to repair despite acknowledged fire risk

Remote start randomly fails to engage, occurring roughly once per month. When remote system engaged, horn beeps only once (instead of normal confirmation) and vehicle does not start. Dashboard display states Remote Start is Disabled. Manual start required to reset remote start system.

When: Ongoing; averages once per month

Symptoms owners cite: Remote start fails to engage; Single horn beep instead of normal confirmation; Dashboard displays 'Remote Start Disabled' message; Vehicle does not start via remote; Manual start required to reset system

Repairs/costs cited: No repair documented.

When fob key removed from vehicle, engine continued running instead of shutting off. Key Removed from Vehicle warning indicator illuminated but did not stop engine operation. Vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.

When: At approximately 12,000 miles

Symptoms owners cite: Engine continues running after key removed; Key Removed warning indicator illuminated; No shutdown of engine

Repairs/costs cited: No repair made.

Multiple owners received notification of NHTSA campaign 14V634000 (Electrical System) but parts required for repair were unavailable for extended periods. Manufacturer exceeded reasonable timeframe for recall completion. Multiple owners reported waiting indefinitely for parts to become available, with dealers unable to provide completion dates.

When: 2014-2015; multiple owners affected simultaneously

Symptoms owners cite: No vehicle failure yet; awaiting recall repair; Parts unavailable; Extended wait time for recall completion

Repairs/costs cited: No repairs possible due to parts shortage. Multiple owners affected (at least 15 separate complaints about parts unavailability for this single recall).

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA 14V634000 (Electrical System) recall issued but parts supply constrained; manufacturer exceeded reasonable repair timeframe