my engine blew, transmission is slipping. I’m having electrical and air bag problems.
2005 Chrysler 300 engine problems
93 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 76,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 93
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- typical mileage
- 76,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Engine13
- Cooling system4
- Engine: gasoline3
- Exhaust system2
- Cooling system: radiator assembly2
- Engine: other fuel types: turbo/supercharger1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chrysler 300 engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Chrysler 300 engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Stalling 109Check engine light 21Loss of power 18Engine failure 16Won't start 12Knocking 6
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2005 Chrysler 300 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light would remain illuminated. Occasionally the lights on the dashboard and inside the vehicle would randomly blink off and on. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. During the diagnostic test, the electrical fuses continued to malfunction. No further information was available. The manufacturer was not yet notified. The failure mileage was 137,000.
Car shut off while driiving 30mph also with full will jerk and stall
After filling gas tank, when weather is below 40 degrees f, vehicle stumbles, stalls and is hard to restart while driving in traffic.
Was backing out of parking space. Had foot on brake put car in reverse the motor revving flew back while foot was still on brake. I purchased it in 2013 the engine revs in both reverse and driving. Have taken to dealership they stated could not find any reason. My foot was not on gas as a matter of fact I had both feet on the brake trying to stop the car.
The chrysler just cuts off in the middle of the highway making a left turn without warning or check engine light due to engine failure.
I have a ticking noise in my engine don't know why
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact mentioned that the oil pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic were no error codes were detected during diagnostic testing. The contact stated that the vehicle was then taken to jim shorkey auto group dealer located at 13339 lincoln hwy, north huntingdon, pa 15642, phone number: (724) 616-0083, where the diagnoses was unknown. The contact stated that he found a x53 extended warranty (fuel tanks) for 2005-2006 chrysler 300, that presented the same failure as his vehicle of engine stalling at low speeds. The manufacturer was notified and confirmed that the vehicle was not included due to the fact that the vehicle fuel tank was not the correct size and offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler 300. While driving 45 MPH, the engine warning indicator illuminated and the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle needed to be serviced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred after the repair. The contact also stated that all the doors failed to unlock. The police had to unlock the doors. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the water pump, batteries, and the entire motor needed to be replaced. The contact received a replacement key fob, which also failed to unlock the doors. The vehicle was repaired. Also, while driving 30 MPH, the contact noticed smoke under the hood. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The contact poured water to stop the smoke, but the failure recurred several other times. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 139,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the throttle body and intake gasket needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 191,678. Updated 07/13/17*lj
Questions about the 2005 Chrysler 300 engine
Does the 2005 Chrysler 300 have engine problems?
Owners have filed 93 complaints about the engine of the 2005 Chrysler 300, 11% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2005 Chrysler 300 engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 76,000 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2005 Chrysler 300 engine?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
Other 2005 Chrysler 300 problems
Airbags 255Transmission 189Electrical 99Fuel system 81Suspension 49Steering 43Tires 42Lights 34Acceleration 25Brakes 20Body 19Visibility 14Seat belts 10Wheels 10Driver assistance 6Seats 6Locks 4
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