The vehicle's LCD screen has become delaminated which causes the control of the radio, air conditioning, navigation, and other features controlled by the "radio" portion of the car to become dysfunctional. The car will randomly beep, change air temperatures, start navigation, cause the loss of hands-free communication. This is a safety hazard as it causes the driver to be distracted in order to at…
2017 Chrysler 300 electrical problems
moderate 26 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
26
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 9 most recent
the cars information screen is delaminating and it is causing a safety issue
My UConnect system periodically goes berserk and the radio changes from FM to AM, flashing on the screen between the radio and navigation system. Bluetooth won't work. My heat control settings do what they want. My backup camera sometimes stays on. The whole system sometimes shuts down than comes back on. The back up camera issue started about a year ago and is sporadic. The radio/navigation…
The vehicle components started failing first with lighting and electrical malfunctions. Due to the concerns I was on the way to the mechanic on 9/16/23 when the air bags deployed on the passengers side without any impact. The Vehicle is at Chrysler dealer on central avenue Albany, NY and available for inspection. I had just dropped off my grandchildren this could have severely had a horrible impa…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 300. ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS JUMPSTARTED AND DRIVEN TO JIM REIHL'S FRIENDLY CHRYSLER JEEP (LOCATED AT 32899 VAN DYKE AVE, WARREN, MI 48093, (888) 834-3916) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO RETRIEVE A FAULT CODE OR DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED O…
My, Instrument Cluster PanelChrysler 300c. It with out and replace,on.10/1/25,And with out again, on10/22/25. THey tried,Convince me I, need a Battery. So I had it check,said .They said, my battery, low. Because Instrument Cluster on all night.
Center console with touch screen delaminating screen cover causing random and continuous malfunctions to navigation, heating/cooling climate controls, media (radio, hands-free telephone, and numerous uconnect software applications), and rear backup camera function. Potential for serious distraction and loss of multiple safety components like change lane warning systems, anti swerve technology, etc…
Delaminating screen causing all sorts of issues while driving. Changing stations, favorites, attempting to make calls which could lead to calling 911 in error, turning back on after I’ve turned it off trying to avoid the car from calling randomly, adjusting climate, etc. all on its own. This is a known issue since 2015. Class action lawsuits have been filed. This is a huge safety hazard and a reca…
BLANK SCREEN, VOICE SCRAMBLED WITH INCOMING AND OUT GOING CALLS AND I HAVE TO PRESS THE HOLD BUTTON AND IMMEDIATELY PRESS OFF TO RECOVER CONVERSATIONS. RADIO SCREEN LOOKS AS IF THERE IS SCREEN PEELING FROM INSIDE THE SCREEN. MOST OF SCREEN IS CLEAR AND LOOKS AS IT SHOULD BUT ABOUT AN INCH FROM THE TOP IS A DIFFERENT COLOR. THE SCREEN IS CONSTANTLY FLIPPING FROM 1 SCREEN TO ANOTHER.
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2017 Chrysler 300?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 26 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical 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 $850 for electrical 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 electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical 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)
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