The contact owns 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was unknown.
2012 Chrysler 300: ABS light or ABS activating
35 of the 427 complaints about the 2012 Chrysler 300 describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 35
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- typical mileage
- 61,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 300. While driving and attempting to brake, the vehicle would not stop. The contact had to pump the brake pedal more than usual to stop the vehicle. In addition, the ABS and traction control indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 100,000.
While driving, the vehicle warning lights indicated systems starting to shut down---warning lights for ABS, traction control, battery low, check engine, etc. Then "brakes" red light started flashing, and car felt like brakes were on. Car systems lost all power and car stalled, and I could not even run the "blinker" warning lights or any lights at all. I was able to swing car to side of road just in time before it basically "locked up" dead and immovable. Had to have car towed 2 miles to home. I had previously called local dealer and chrysler headquarters 4 different times to schedule the 17v‑435 alternator recall service over a several month period starting march 2018. Was told twice I had been moved up the waiting list for parts and they would call to schedule appointment. As of date of alternator failure december 13, 2018 I was never re-contacted for an appointment to bring car in for recall service. Car now sitting dead and immobile at my home.
Re: experience recall t36: I was taking an exit off ramp from the highway when I could smell a burning smell. The ABS, battery and check engine light started blinking. My speedometer was moving up and down, my screen started blinking, windshield wipers went on on its own and my car just locked up and all lights completely went off. Steering and brakes was not operable. As I came down the hilled ramp I pulled over (steering wheel) was hard to steer, hoping and praying that I didn't hit the light pole that was approx. 10 ft away. Thank god the car came to a complete stop about 5 ft away from the light pole. I was not able to put the car in the park position. I called roadside assistance and the tow truck guy couldn't get the car into neutral in order to tow it! He had to open up something by the shifter to force it to go into neutral. Got to the dealership and they quoted me a $160 diagnostic fee. Found that the problem was the alternator which also killed my battery. My car went to the dealership at about 10:30am. The shuttle service brought me to work. By 3pm I didnt get any phone call regarding the status on my car, I called them to check. They said it was the t36 recall -the alternator is faulty that they will try to get the new alternator covered without me having to pay anything out of pocket. The car wouldn't be able to be repaired until the next day. Well today is the next day, they will replace the alternator free of charge but it'll still be a defective one because I will still have to come back to the dealer "when they get the right alternator" and replace it again! This means I will still be driving my "unsafe" car that could get me in an accident or burn until the new part comes out!!this is totally ridiculous! I called the dealer monthly prior to this happening to no avail. I feel like they should provide me a rental car until the "right part" comes in!
I was parking in a parking garage and the car went into low battery mode and the ABS light came on. I could smell burning from the engine. I was able to make it safely to park as I was in a parking garage. I was able to inspect under the hood and while facing the engine their was smoke/burning smell to the left of the engine. The dealer did confirm it is part of the t36 recall and is stating I have to pay up front.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 300. While driving various speeds over bumps in the road, the ABS and traction control warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 61,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, the ABS and forward control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not included under the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v197000 (service brakes, air, electrical system). The dealer was not contacted or made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted or made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000. Updated 11/01/17*lj the consumer stated the while the vehicle was not in use the wipers were running. Clicking noises could be heard and the trunk could not be opened. The battery had to replaced.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 300. While driving approximately 35 MPH, a loud noise was heard coming from the front of vehicle and a burning odor was coming from the vents. Also the ABS and traction control warning indicators illuminated. The noise grew louder when the accelerator pedal was depressed. Also, the transmission warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle started to stutter. As the contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the highway, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle failed to shift and engage into park. The emergency brake was engaged and the wiper blades inadvertently activated. The push to start/stop button failed to shut off the vehicle, but the vehicle eventually turned itself off. The contact called a tow truck. The tow truck driver opened the hood and smoke was present. The contact attempted to jumpstart the vehicle, but the battery failed to hold a charge. The vehicle was towed to darcars chrysler dodge jeep ram of marlow heights (5060 auth way, suitland, md 20746 (301) 423-5111) where it was diagnosed with an alternator failure. The alternator and serpentine belt needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was not repaired at darcars due to the cost; however, the vehicle was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v240000 (power train). The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to pep boys auto parts & service (6333 marlboro pike, forestville, md 20747 (301) 967-9140) where the alternator and serpentine belt were replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures, but the contact as unaware if a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 300. While driving 35 MPH, check battery save mode and ABS warning indicators illuminated, and then the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not able to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the alternator failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v435000 (electrical system). The contact called the local dealer (golling chrysler dodge jeep ram, 2405 s telegraph rd, bloomfield hills, mi, 48302) who informed her that they could not proceed with repairing her vehicle until they heard from the manufacturer since the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that her vehicle was included in the recall, but it was not rolled out yet. The manufacturer further stated that they would start notifying consumers on august 24, 2017, even though the recall was issued on july 10, 2017. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 300. The contact stated that while the driver attempted to drive the vehicle, the battery saver mode, the anti skid control and ABS warning light illuminated on the instrument panel then un-illuminated. The contact also stated that there was a clicking sound coming from behind the glove box, also a burning electrical odor was coming from under the hood while the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was then driven to the contacts residence and when attempting to turn the vehicle on, the vehicle failed to start. In addition, the contact stated that when the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the strong odor of electrical burning persisted. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that it was not their problem and to take vehicle to a dealer to have the vehicle diagnosed. The contact called frank fletcher chrysler dealer, located in sherwood ar, where they informed the contact that they would pick up the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system). The approximate failure mileage was 75,906.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 300. While driving approximately 35 MPH with the radio on, the radio turned off without warning. The battery saver message was displayed and the ABS and traction warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle did not lose power, but hesitated while driving home. The contact researched the issue online and found the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system). All star dodge chrysler jeep ram (11503 st charles rock rd, bridgeton, mo 63044 (314) 291-2050) confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer also confirmed that the VIN was excluded from the recall. No further assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 90,000.
Vehicle not recalled on p60 recall due to 180 amp alternator but all symptoms are same. Traction control lights came on then radio shut off ,service trans flashed, ABS came on,battery save mode came on,no power, wipers came on ,while slowing trans went into park. Opening hood I had a strong burning electrical smell area of alternator, it was hot to touch I checked voltage at battery 1.42 instead of 12+ seams this problem goes past the 160amp alts.this happened on a city street vehicle went about 1 mile from start to total stop in middle of street blocking traffic, could not release parking brake to move to side of street. Had repairs made at shop where it was towed. They had to replace alt and battery and an information tag on alt was burned also. The shop checked to see if it was part of the recall which it wasn't.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, air: antilock: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 300 and dodge charger vehicles. These vehicles may lose ABS/ESC system function due to an overheated power distribution center.
- Risk
- This could lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the ABS/ESC system fuse, free of charge. The safety recall began on may 18, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 12V197000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2012 Chrysler 300 abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2012 Chrysler 300?
35 of 427 owner complaints about the 2012 Chrysler 300 (8%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2012.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2012 Chrysler 300?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2012 Chrysler 300
Stalling 74Airbag light 38Check engine light 24Fire or smoke 24Wipers 23Loss of power 22Steering lock-up 13Engine failure 12No deployment 11Won't shift 11Headlights 10Backup camera 9Warning lights 9Won't start 9Grinding brakes 7Power steering loss 7Knocking 6Fuel pump 6Jerking 6
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