Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 Chrysler 300 body problems
moderate Owners of the 2017 Chrysler 300 have filed 11 NHTSA complaints about the body at roughly $1,500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See body across all vehicles →
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,500
| Model year | body complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 300 | 3 |
| 2016 300 | 8 |
| 2017 300 (this page) | 11 |
When does it fail?
Of the 11 body complaints filed for the 2017 Chrysler 300, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 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
Among the 10 model years of Chrysler 300 in our records for body problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA body 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 body 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.
Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗"Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: Verify current warranty policy to determine if digital imaging pre-authorization is required or pre-approval is required from the Regional Office; depending on market. This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishing the suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels."
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates. NOTE: **Verify current warranty policy to determine if digital imaging pre authorization is required or Pre Approval is required from Regional Office depending on market.** This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishing the suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2017 Chrysler 300 body complaints center heavily on door panel delamination and detachment. Owners report panels warping, peeling, and separating from door frames starting as early as 10,000 miles, with failures documented up to 67,000 miles. The issue affects single doors or all four panels simultaneously. When panels delaminate above the lock pin, the obstruction prevents doors from locking or unlocking reliably. One owner stated replacement panels ordered through the dealer were discontinued and came with the same defect.
Dealers and independent mechanics have inspected multiple vehicles but either declined repair or attempted fixes that didn't stick—one owner made five service visits for front bumper sagging that worsened even after a full bumper replacement. The bumper issue involved it hanging lower on the driver side and threatening to detach.
One owner reported spontaneous sunroof shattering while preparing to back the car out of the driveway, with no impact involved. Interior molding separation at the door-to-window junction was also documented. Several owners expressed safety concerns about how deformed panels might affect door lock operation or airbag function.
Failure modes owners describe
Door Panel Detachment and Delamination
Door panels detach from frames or delaminate, with warping and separation commonly affecting all four doors. Delamination occurs above the lock pin, obstructing the locking mechanism.
When: 10,000 to 67,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Door panels detaching without warning while driving; Door panels peeling or warping; Delamination of panels above lock pin; Unlock/lock failures due to obstruction; Interior of door exposed
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers ordered replacement panels; one owner reported replacement panels are discontinued and have the same defect. One dealer attempted replacement but failure recurred. Multiple shop visits with no resolution reported.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: One manufacturer stated no recalls under VIN. One mechanic mentioned previous recalls associated with the failure but vehicle was not repaired.
Front Bumper Sagging and Detachment
Front bumper hangs lower on driver side and continues to drop after replacement attempts. Owner reports bumper is about to come off the vehicle.
When: 10,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Front bumper hanging lower on driver side; Bumper sagging despite repair attempts
Repairs/costs cited: Chrysler bodyshop replaced bumper with new one; same problem persisted. Owner made five service visits for this issue.
Sunroof Spontaneous Shattering
Sunroof glass shattered without impact or warning while owner was getting into the vehicle to back out of driveway.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Sunroof glass spontaneously shattered; No impact or collision involved
Interior Molding Separation
Driver side interior molding separates where it meets the door at the window area.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Interior molding coming apart at door-to-molding junction
Synthesized from 11 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Driver side interior molding is coming apart, molding is coming apart where it meets with the door on top by window.
I have a 2017 Chrysler 300s with 10,000 miles on it and the front bumper keep hanging lower on the driver side. I took it in to the Chrysler bodyshop and the try to fix it and them say they replace the bumper with a new one and I still have the same problem. The front is about to come off from my car!!! There need to be a recall on the front bumper of the Chrysler 300 front bumpers!!! This is the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the passenger's and driver's side door panel detached from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was taken to fullerton Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (1050 us highway 22, somerville, nj 08876) where it was inspected however, not repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact…
Had body trouble with your 2017 Chrysler 300?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2017 Chrysler 300?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 11 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Based on the 11 complaints filed, body issues most often appear around 35,143 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 $1,500 for body 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 body?
No active recalls currently cover body 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/2017/Chrysler/300.
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