AIR BAG - SIDE CURTAIN
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2018 Chrysler 300 airbags problems
severe Owners of the 2018 Chrysler 300 have filed 13 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
13
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
| Model year | airbags complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 300 | 14 |
| 2015 300 | 7 |
| 2016 300 | 12 |
| 2017 300 | 5 |
| 2018 300 (this page) | 13 |
| 2019 300 | 22 |
| 2020 300 | 4 |
| 2021 300 | 8 |
3crashes
4injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 13 airbags complaints filed for the 2018 Chrysler 300, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 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.
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.
Rain light sensor Rain sense wipers do not operate: 1. Visual Inspection--> Check if the sensor is visually OK. (all the pins are OK) Check that the Connector is NOT loose (Sensor must get a voltage from 9V to 16V) 2. Functional Checks Rain--> Steering column switch is in auto mode (sensor is active) it is necessary to splash water on the sensitive surface of the sensor to trigger wipes. check the same for different sensitivities When the rain sensitivity is increased (for example from level 0 to level 1), as an acknowledgement a single wipe is seen. (This is not a phantom wipe) and this single wipe is not seen when the rain sensitivity is decreased (from higher level to lower level) Light--
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Airbag non-deployment is the primary complaint. One owner had airbags fail to deploy in an August 2021 rear-end accident that caused a chain-reaction collision on the highway, again in August 2022 when rear-ended a second time, and later received a "Service Air bag System" message in April 2023. Another owner's vehicle was rear-ended at 65 mph in a three-vehicle pile-up with no airbag deployment and no warning light; the vehicle was totaled and owner sustained injuries. A third owner crashed at 55 mph into two trees after swerving; both driver and passenger were injured when airbags did not deploy. A fourth owner reported a Takata-recall airbag that failed to deploy at 70 mph, resulting in the vehicle running off the road into an embankment.
A separate failure involves door panel warping and peeling away from window trim on all doors except the driver door. Shop technicians confirmed this is a chronic issue spanning 2014-onward Chryslers, with replacement parts causing identical failures. Owners report door locks failing and theorize the warping may interfere with side airbag deployment.
One owner's airbag warning light came on at 115,000 miles due to seat belt module failure. The dealer replaced it, but the failure returned and was never re-diagnosed.
A recall (24V198000) has been issued but parts remain unavailable, leaving owners unable to complete repairs despite notification.
Same Chrysler 300 airbags reports on nearby years: 2016 · 2019
Failure modes owners describe
Airbags failed to deploy in crashes
Airbag systems did not deploy during documented collision events, including rear-end accidents and tree-impact crashes. Owners reported airbags remained non-functional across multiple separate incidents without warning lights in some cases.
When: 4,000 miles; 19,000 miles; August 2021 and August 2022 incidents; 70 mph impact
Symptoms owners cite: No airbag deployment during collision; No warning light illuminated (some cases); Vehicle totaled or driver/passenger injuries sustained; Multiple non-deployment incidents reported by same owner
Repairs/costs cited: No repairs performed in multiple cases; manufacturer did not address failures
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer made aware but took no action; referred owner to NHTSA Hotline
Seat belt module failure triggering airbag warning light
Airbag warning light illuminated due to seat belt module failure. Dealer replaced the module, but the failure recurred. Subsequent diagnostic attempts by dealer were unsuccessful.
When: 115,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Air bag warning light illuminated; Recurrent failure after replacement
Repairs/costs cited: Seat belt module replaced; failure recurred and was not re-diagnosed or repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer referred owner to NHTSA Hotline
Door panel warping/peeling interfering with airbag and door systems
Door panels warping and peeling away from window trim areas on multiple doors. Owners report this physical deformation may interfere with side airbag deployment and causes door lock failures.
When: Issue noted as ongoing since 2014 model year per shop assessment
Symptoms owners cite: Door panels warping away from windows; Door panels peeling from trim; Door locks failing intermittently; Potential interference with side airbag deployment pathway
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement door panels unavailable for months; shop reports same parts cause same problems upon reinstallation
Recall parts unavailable for extended period
Owners received NHTSA Campaign 24V198000 recall notifications for airbag defects but manufacturer could not supply replacement parts. Multiple owners reported manufacturer exceeded reasonable timeframe for recall completion.
When: Recall notification issued; no failure experienced by complainants
Symptoms owners cite: Recall notification received; Parts unavailable; Excessive delay in recall completion
Repairs/costs cited: Repair not possible; parts not yet available per VIN tool confirmation
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign Number 24V198000 (Air Bags); manufacturer confirmed parts not available
Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had 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…
Takata recall airbag did not deploy at 70 MPH speed and impact. Car was in motion on highway until it ran off the road into an embankment. *dt *jb
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Chrysler 300. While driving 55 MPH, the contact's vehicle was cut off by another vehicle. The contact swerved off the road and crashed into two trees. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver and passenger sustained unknown injures that required medical attention. A police report was filed with the state police. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2018 Chrysler 300?
It's a meaningful issue. 13 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 13 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 39,250 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/2018/Chrysler/300.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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