Strong gas/fuel smells inside the vehicle. Took the vehicle in for work, midas said it was the fuel vapor storage canister it would cost $400 to repair. This is after spending $1700 on a rebuilt transmission and $600 on a trans and engine mount from driving slowly over a speed bump at mgm grand and $600 to replace the broken fan and radiator.
The worst 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical4
- Engine2
- Steering2
- Suspension2
- Acceleration1
Problems by type
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- Electrical4
- Engine2
- Steering2
- Suspension2
- Acceleration1
- Airbags1
- Brakes1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD 44
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- (Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns
- Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts
- Use of Aftermarket Parts
- Radio [res]
- Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts
- Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging
What 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Nothing with a switch on the steering column/steering wheel work. That includes wipers/washer, turn signals, horn, high beams, cruise control or any radio/information center functions with buttons on the steering wheel. The stability control light is on. In addition, nothing on the doors works either.
I checked my oil before leaving on a 3 hr trip this past weekend, because I notice that centripetal force was causing my oil light light to ding. I figured it may need to be topped off. I checked it 3 times to be sure, and the dipstick showed I was at the max fill line. When the engine had overdrive engaged, it suddenly disengaged, losing all power. I pulled over to the side of the road when the vehicle shut off. Attempts to restart sounded as if the engine was seized up. I tried to roll it to disengage, no joy. Had it towed to my local chrysler dealershipt (110 miles) and they told me the engine was bone dry. Can I suspect this to be an issue with oil sludge, as previously reported with the 2.7 liter engines?
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler 300 awd. While driving 20-25 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after three attempts. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the wireless ignition needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler 300 awd. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) and wanted to know how to make an appointment for repairs. The contact was referred to the local authorized dealer. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle intermittently accelerated without depressing the accelerator pedal. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.
Recall item p57/the federal safety agency 14v‑567 recall was issued 10/13/2014. The manufacturer and the local dealers still have not made the part available to repair the issue. Frequently the car will not start when the key fob is turned. I have had to wait up to 15 minutes repeatedly turning the key fob before the car will start. I cannot take the car on trips any distance from home for fear of getting stuck. The recall item is 10-1/2 months old.
May 2014 my airbag light kept coming on I took it to the dealer and they charge me 306.00 to repair the clock spring.now on march the 26th 2015 the airbag light came on again.I took it to the dealer on march 26th and they told me that I needed to pay 763.44 for something with the airbag system. My car was bought in 2008 and it has 59 thousand 700 something miles .I've never been in an accident where the airbag came out. So there has to be a defect somewhere.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chrysler 300 awd. The contact stated that the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer stated a remedy was still under development and parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure. In addition, the contact's vehicle was registered in florida since 2010. The contact was concerned that the vehicle would be affected by regional the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v354000 (air bags) since it was exposed to constant humidity. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not affected by this campaign. The vehicle was not repaired.
Low tire pressure indicator in dash came on, so I was going to check tire pressures. While taking off plastic valve stem cover, the metal valve stem blew off, releasing all the air in front tire. I took it to the chrysler dealer to have it repaired.( $170.00 ) they told me they have seen this before, where it corroded around valve stem cap and blew off. Good thing I was not on the highway. Metal valve stems
Tie rods one both front wheels wore out prematurely at 39,000 miles. Premature wear also caused premature tire wear and shaking of steering wheel when driving above 40 miles per hour. Had the issue fixed and the tires replaced, only to have the tie rods wear out again at 57,000 miles. No other issue was found to be wrong with the car. The replacement tie rods wear oem. Second replaced tie rods were aftermarket.
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Questions about the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD
Is the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD reliable?
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD, 1.2 times a typical 300 AWD model year.
What is the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD year score?
The 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD scores 69 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chrysler 300 AWD: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD?
Electrical system, with 4 complaints. Next is engine (2).
How many recalls does the 2008 Chrysler 300 AWD have?
No recalls on record.
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