2011 Chrysler 300: sudden loss of power

Filed Aug 27, 2021 · Acceleration, Brakes · GA

CAN C BUS: its a typical issue with the 2011 Chrysler 300. The main code for the CAN C Bus "U000200" after the scan tool, the issues found are ABS Can C Bus off performance: BCM (Body Controller Module) Can C Bus off performance, SCCM (Steering Column Control Module) Can C Bus off performance, Radio Frequency Can C Bus off performance. All affect the safety and driveabilty of the car. The car drives and in the midst of driving the car stalls in traffic, the car vibrates really bad, the car seems to lose power on acceleration. Please take a look into this, as this is a common issue with the Chrysler 300.

Filed Sep 14, 2019 · Engine · 88,700 miles · NJ

Camshaft / lifters are prematurely wearing out( wiped ) the car is throwing a p0300 ,p0303 code but the spark plugs,coils etc are fine ..engine shakes and knocks while driving the smell of gasoline is evident lose of power while driving only 88000+ miles

Filed Oct 11, 2017 · Electrical · 80,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chrysler 300. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power while driving on the expressway. The failure occurred without warning. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v435000 (electrical system); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was towed to wolfchase chrysler dodge jeep ram (8170 us-54, barlett, tn) and repaired; however, the dealer refused to release the vehicle after the repair was completed because the second letter had not been released, unless $950 was paid. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jul 31, 2016 · Electrical · 40,000 miles · TN

"takata recall" today sunday july 31,2016 I was driving my 2011 chrysler 300 down the street in a lane of busy traffic with my family all of a sudden a red light came on it looked like a battery symbol.so I continued driving hoping to make it home safely with the kids all of a sudden when I made it to the curve in my neighborhood my radio shut down then the all lights lit up in the dashboard area and the car completely shut down in the curve.my car completely lost power and shut down.my emergency flashers wouldn't even work to even notify oncoming drivers pulling up behind me but thank god someone pulled up behind up and helped us by using their emergency flashers until my wrecker arrived.there was also a burning smell coming from my hood.I'm really disappointed by this incident it put my life and my childrens life in danger.I had the chrysler 300 towed to the shop and I am waiting on their report of what was the cause for my vehicle to fail me in such a dangerous curve and I wish someone would contact me directly about my findings cause this incident could have ended tragically.

Filed Nov 19, 2014 · Electrical · 42,000 miles · MA · fire

Vehicle suddenly lost all power with strong burning odor. Dealer has identified that alternator blew and caused blown battery. Additional electrical damage possible. Dealer says we are responsible for paying for repairs and hope to get reimbursed when chrysler begins notification of recall process.

Filed Nov 3, 2014 · Electrical · 80,200 miles · MO

Saturday morning, I was driving on the highway and my 'battery saving mode' light came on. Then the brake light came on even though the brake was not engaged. Then the wipers went on. Numerous other lights came on indicating trouble. The radio went off on its own and I tried repeatedly to get it back on and no luck. The on screen print changed to another language. I exited the highway to head to the dealer and on the exit ramp, my car lost all power. Luckily, was in one of the two lanes and cars were able to go around me. A gentleman who had witnessed my trouble on the highway pulled over to help me. I couldn't even unlock the other doors or open the trunk (where the battery is located) and he could not get in as I had the seat pulled forward to drive and it would not budge due to no electric power. I had police wait behind me for an hour and a half until the tow truck arrived. The car was towed to the dealer at my expense. The dealer advised this morning after doing a diagnostic test the alternator burned up the battery and I have to have both of them replaced! Cost is approx. $1100. I contacted chrysler and they advised this vehicle is not subject to a recall. My issues sound identical to others reported here! How in the world can this be acceptable? Also this is my 4th chrysler 300. I am very lucky this did not occur on the highway itself in the midst of rush hour.

Filed Nov 3, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · 55,000 miles · TX

I was driving and my battery safe mode light was on. The vehicle all of a sudden began displaying other lights such as my engine light and a car with skid lines below it light. All of a sudden I lost power in my navigation system while driving my other lights began to turn ( mind you it is 9:30 on halloween night). My car begins to stall while I have my son, and 3 other children in the car. Luckily I was able to pull off of the road (safely with my lights out) into a school. Never one did I get a warning that my car would shut completely down. Turned vehicle off and back on in hopes of getting back up and running and to no avail. Had to get my car towed the following morning. This could have resulted in an accident had I been on my way home on a busy I-10 hwy. Luckily I was dropping my brother off and never made it on the hwy. Took the vehicle to the dealership and they told me it was my alternator. The vehicle was purchased brand new 3 years ago and should not be having this safety issue. Car is outside of warranty and I paid for the dealer to repair the alternator but when I requested my defective alternator back they refused to give it to me without paying them an additional fee. I wanted to take the alternator to get inspected by another mechanic for further inspection.

Filed Oct 29, 2014 · Electrical · 68,500 miles · TX

In rush hour traffic going 60mph on the highway my car started losing power, the radio flickered on off and my car was still going but my gauges the radio, nothing worked. I was in the far left lane and was almost hit by a mac truck, trying to cross over three lanes to get to the service road. The engine stalled, it was hard to steer and luckily there was a gas station nearby. Three people tried to give me a jump and nothing woked and there was no prior warnings. I had to call a tow truck only to find that my alternator and battery were fried. The worst thing is I called chrysler to tell them about the p60 recall and they did not own up to the default until the second time I called from doing my own research. This could have been really bad for me because there was nothing that I could do after the engine stalled. I have owned three diffrent 300s over the last ten years and this will be my last. Someone should do something before someone loses their life and family members to issues that deserve immediate attention. Additionally, I have spent all day on the phone trying to replace this part and the only place that carries the part is chrysler, what a ripoff. This will cost me over a thousand dollars for a car that I have not had a year and currently still making payments on.

Filed Jul 16, 2014 · Electrical · 48,500 miles · IL

First noticed a "whining" noise when idling that increased as I accelerated. I had a burning smell, not sure how it was related. Next sign of trouble was "battery saver mode" message on electronic display. Soon after, reverse camera stopped working, the radio turned off by itself, rear defroster and other electrical components didn't work. Last sign was traction control & ABS lights flashed on and off randomly. Right as I pulled into the dealership, car completely lost power (no steering, wipers came on, all lights on dash flashed and headlights were flashing). 2 dealerships told me they haven't heard of this but online searches seemed to indicate a problem with alternator and battery.

Filed Jul 13, 2014 · Electrical · 36,800 miles · OK

The first occurred 4 days earlier and it had burnt out my battery. I was told by the dealership that it was the alternator and they could not repair it until next week and had no loaner car for me. I had the battery replaced and the electrical system checked. They told me the electrical system checked out on the computer, was working as designed and must of been the battery. While driving on interstate 4 days later, battery indicator light illuminated along with the ABS and anti-skid lights. Windshield wipers came on, radio cut off and then lost power and acceleration. Coasted to side of highway and opened the hood where there was the odor of electrical short and burning. This is the same thing that happened 4 days earlier. When I took it back to the dealer was told by service personnel that they have been having the same problem with this same year and model vehicles. Mileage is 36,800.

Filed Jun 18, 2014 · Electrical · 53,800 miles · VA · crash

My radio shut off while I was driving and then the battery saver mode came on the dashboard. I called the dealer while I was driving. They said they never heard of that issue and bring it next day to be checked. While I attempting to turn my car lost all power and locked up in the intersection. I had no steering and every light turned on in the dashboard. I was then stuck in the middle of an intersection on an 8 lane highway. A separate accident was caused by this because I couldn't even get the flashers to work. Luckily the dealer was right up the street and they were able to push it out of the intersection and get it to the dealership. I was called the next day and told the alternator was bad and it would cost $800 to replace it. How does this happen on a newer car and obviously this is a problem based on what I have read about others exact same experience.

Filed Jun 6, 2014 · Brakes, Steering · 21,843 miles · AR

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was a loss of power steering as the ABS warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. The vehicle was being diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 21,843.