FaultScore

Chrysler 300 airbag problems

1,168 of the 6,476 complaints filed about the Chrysler 300 are about the airbag system — 18% of everything owners reported. The worst model year for it is 2006.

1,168

Complaints

18%

Share of all complaints

137

Crashes

9

Fires

Airbags complaints by model year

1970 300 1 0.1%
2004 300 1 0.1%

Median failure at 180,000 miles

2005 300 256 21.9%

Median failure at 71,500 miles

2006 300 258 22.1%

Median failure at 72,236 miles

2007 300 132 11.3%

Median failure at 102,000 miles

2008 300 185 15.8%

Median failure at 91,017 miles

2009 300 38 3.3%

Median failure at 108,000 miles

2010 300 57 4.9%

Median failure at 65,000 miles

2011 300 27 2.3%

Median failure at 24,000 miles

2012 300 82 7.0%

Median failure at 67,000 miles

2013 300 32 2.7%

Median failure at 46,000 miles

2014 300 17 1.5%

Median failure at 26,897 miles

2015 300 11 0.9%

Median failure at 19,000 miles

2016 300 15 1.3%

Median failure at 38,818 miles

2017 300 6 0.5%

Median failure at 50,000 miles

2018 300 14 1.2%

Median failure at 19,000 miles

2019 300 22 1.9%

Median failure at 50,000 miles

2020 300 3 0.3%

Median failure at 72,000 miles

2021 300 8 0.7%
2022 300 2 0.2%

Median failure at 5,000 miles

2023 300 1 0.1%

What owners said

2016 Chrysler 300 at 147,141 miles Gilbert, AZ Crash 1 injured

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving on a four-lane roadway, at approximately 45 mph, another driver attempted to make a left turn with an obstructed view, ran a red light and collided with the front driver side area of the contact's vehicle near the wheel well. Following the impact, the other vehicle spun and struck an additional vehicle. No further property damage was reported. After the collision, the contact's vehicle veered to the right and came to a stop in a vacant lot away from oncoming traffic. The airbags did not deploy, and no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was subsequently towed to a tow yard and later declared a total loss by the insurance company. The contact sustained injuries to the forehead after striking the windshield due to forward movement during the collision and was then thrown backward into the rear seat. Medical treatment was received following the incident. The dealer was not notified of the issue. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.

NHTSA complaint #11737922 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2004 Chrysler 300 at 180,000 miles Dallas, TX Crash 1 injured

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2004 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH the vehicle T-Bone crashed into a second vehicle. During crash the frontend of the vehicle was severely damaged but the air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained neck, back, shoulder and left arm and left leg injures and was transported to the local hospital. The vehicle was towed to the local impoundment lot. The cause of the failure as not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.

NHTSA complaint #11737245 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2005 Chrysler 300 at 106,272 miles Winter Haven, FL

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags); however, after retrieving the vehicle the following day, the vehicle experienced several failures while driving. The A/C was inoperable, the vehicle was running rough, the check engine warning light was flashing, and the vehicle almost stalled while coming to a stop. Additionally, the contact became aware that there was a hole in the fuel tank. The dealer was notified of the failures, but no assistance was provided. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was filed. The manufacturer followed up with the dealer, and the contact was later informed that no assistance would be provided because the failures were unrelated to the recall, as per the dealer’s assessment. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 106,272.

NHTSA complaint #11731463 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2012 Chrysler 300 Detroit, MI Crash 2 injured

AIR BAGS

I was involved in a hit and run on March 2,2026 and the airbags did not deploy at all. My car was taken to ray lathem dealership when there was a recall pertaining to the airbags back in 2019. I was told everything was corrected. Now fast forward to March 2,2026 no airbags deployed at all from the impact of crash. That was the first thing the police and ambulance asked and saw. Myself and My fiancee both were taken to the hospital.

NHTSA complaint #11725705 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2017 Chrysler 300 Wheatland, IN Crash 1 injured

AIR BAGS

airbag deployed during fender bender. had driving leg forward and left leg bent at 90 degree angle. When airbag deployed it hit right leg full force and basically exploded the bones. Almost lost my leg. Permanently disabled

NHTSA complaint #11719570 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2010 Chrysler 300 at 188,760 miles Palestine, TX Crash 1 injured

AIR BAGS

The contact owned a 2010 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while her partner was driving at 30 MPH, he crashed into a vehicle due to his vision being obstructed by the sun. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. The contact's partner was taken to the hospital by ambulance, where he was treated for whiplash, a cervical strain on his hips, and pain in his right side of his ribs. The other driver was also taken to the hospital as a precautionary measure, but did not sustain any injuries. A police report was filed. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent tow yard. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. The failure mileage was 188,760.

NHTSA complaint #11699385 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2015 Chrysler 300 at 141,000 miles Geneva, OH Crash

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at 69 MPH on the freeway, when the contact attempted to switch lanes and the vehicle spun independently, causing her to collide with another vehicle on the front driver side. The contact mentioned her rear bumper detached from the vehicle. No air bags deployed. The contact did not sustain any injuries. No medical attention was required. The contact vehicle was towed to Emerine's Central Auto and Towing. The contact stated that a police report was filed. The contact stated the vehicle was previously diagnosed by an independent mechanic, and the ABS speed sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired prior to the accident, as the ABS speed sensor was replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 141,000.

NHTSA complaint #11695281 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Chrysler 300 Bakersfield, CA

AIR BAGS

There is a recall on my car. I’ve scheduled an appointment, but they will not provide me with a loaner. I have two jobs and I need a car and I can’t afford to pay for a a rental that’s why I work two jobs so I’d like to know what I’m supposed to do. My tags are due at the end of this month, which I’ve already paid for it, but I cannot receive them because of this recall so I need action.. i’ve tried to schedule appointment twice and they tell me that I need to call Chrysler which that’s who I’m calling and try to make arrangements for a loaner. This isn’t my mistake. It isn’t my problem. This is their problem. They need to provide me with a vehicle you’re not gonna take my car for three days when I have two jobs and no vehicle

NHTSA complaint #11694066 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2022 Chrysler 300 Moriarty, NM Crash 1 injured

AIR BAGS

I got into a car accident in 08/28/25 @8:30pm and on impact I was going about 50-55mph and not a single one of my air bags came out. I also know that there are no recalls on my vehicle for air bags.

NHTSA complaint #11688783 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2017 Chrysler 300 Debary, FL

AIR BAGS

I have never been in an accident. Airbags bag warning frequently turning on

NHTSA complaint #11676438 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Chrysler 300 Bayside, NY

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2019 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

NHTSA complaint #11660730 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2012 Chrysler 300 at 195,000 miles Countryside, IL Crash 1 injured

AIR BAGS

The contact owned a 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a vehicle abruptly merged in front, causing the contact to T-bone the vehicle. The driver's side air bags did not fully deploy. The front passenger side air bag deployed, but there was no occupant. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard. The vehicle was condemned as a total loss. The contact was transported to the local medical center. The contact sustained injuries to the left shoulder and additional bruises. In addition, the contact received a CT scan due to the contact's head hitting the front windshield. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.

NHTSA complaint #11659526 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Chrysler 300 Shorewood, IL

AIR BAGS

Safety Recall 19B/NHTSA 24V-198/SABIC Inflator. Two (2) recall notices have been received (March 2024 and May 2025). A local Chicago area dealership, Tyson Chrysler, advises that replacement parts have not been received for the 2019 model vehicles, but have been received for model years 2020 and 2021. As a result, the potential danger associated with possible rupture of the SABIC Inflator Curtains in my 2019 Chrysler 300S continues to exist, and may lead to catastrophic failure and personal injury as the vehicle repair remains unresolved.

NHTSA complaint #11659110 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Chrysler 300 Seattle, WA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2019 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 contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11653619 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Chrysler 300 Uniontown, OH

AIR BAGS

Airbag recall occurred over a year ago, no repairs have been available to me.

NHTSA complaint #11652583 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Chrysler 300 at 50,000 miles Walnut Creek, CA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2019 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 contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure; however, the contact stated there was an abnormal sound between the dashboard and the engine. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle started to make an abnormal sound. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was not able to diagnose the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11651798 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Chrysler 300 Beaverton, OR

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2019 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11650697 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2018 Chrysler 300 at 115,000 miles Monroe, GA

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the seat belt module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

NHTSA complaint #11648952 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2021 Chrysler 300 Tolleson, AZ

AIR BAGS

There is a serious safety recall on NHTSA #24V-198 recall #19B 2018-2021 LD LXSABIC INFLATOR. IMHAVE TAKEN CAR TO DEALERSHIP MINIMUM 4 TIMES TO GET THIS RECALL CORRECTED. THYE JUST KEEP SAYING THEY DONT HAVE A FIX FOR IT. WELL, THATS UNACCEPTABLE I HAVE MYSELF AND SMALL KIDS THAT HAVE TO RIDE IN AMUNSAFE VEHICLE. I AM NO LONGER DRIVING THE VEHICLE OUT OF FEAR IF IT BURST WE COULD BE KILLED WHAT IS BEING DONE ABT THIS

NHTSA complaint #11648216 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Chrysler 300 Miller Place, NY

AIR BAGS

The contact owns a 2019 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

NHTSA complaint #11647326 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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