The ABS control module for several chrysler vehicles is unavailable for purchase at this time. The ABS is effectively disabled as a result of lack of parts. When I spoke with a dealer parts department, there were hundreds of these modules backordered with no fulfillment date available. The part numbers necessary for my specific vehicle are 68195727aa (original) and 68210119ab (replacement). I am concerned with the loss of anti-lock braking ability for hundreds of chrysler vehicles.
2013 Chrysler 300: ABS light or ABS activating
14 of the 306 complaints about the 2013 Chrysler 300 describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 60,000
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 2 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 300. While driving, the gear shifted into park independently and the safety transmission in park warning indicator illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle shifted back into drive, but failed to move. The contact coasted the vehicle into a parking lot. The contact powered off the engine and the vehicle failed to shift out of drive. The contact was able to drive the vehicle slowly to his residence and stated that the engine, ABS, and traction control indicators remained illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.
Speed sensor and sensor wheel hub have been replaced on two wheels to reactivate ABS and speed control that failed. Equipment error message appeared on my display screen informing me of the failure. Car was moving when the message appeared.
I was stop at the gas station awaiting in line and the safe battery mode light came on and the car haisited and several warnings light came on it blinked orange on the dash. I was given a jumpstart and it didn't start I jumpstarted the car again and it started. I start to drive my car and couldn't control the steering wheel it shaked very hard and my car was stalling the safe battery mode light ABS brake light brake fauilare warning lights came on a few other lights can on the dash was flickering the car was jerking and making sounds and very hard to controll I stop the car and got it into park I could feel the extreme heat off the car. When trying to stop the car I only drove a few feet and turn right . I have contact chrysler several times with only to be told just get you car repairs save receipts and we will refund the repairs and you submit your receipt
Driving on the highway at appx 30-40 MPH and car started smelling like burned plastic and smoke, started making a high pitched humming sound, the traction control light and the engine light and the ABS brake lights all came on as my car was slowing down, opened the hood and there was smoke coming from the engine, car would not turn back on, no electric worked, battery is destroyed, car VIN is not listed under the current recall even though I am finding the same complaint from others with my same car. Also, my car was just worked on there at the dealer last week for an electrical issue and the problem was not discovered at that time, dealer is not being very helpful, this is very dangerous to be in the car with my kids and my car starts smoking! - I have video of it happening from last night that will not upload here, please contact me! Very dangerous!
Driving on the highway at appx 30-40 MPH and car started smelling like smoke, started making a high pitched humming sound, the ABS brake light, the traction control light and the check engine light all came on and the smoke got worse, scared it may have been a fire under my hood. I checked all of the recalls and my car does not fall under any of them although I saw many of the same complaints here on the site. This is very dangerous, especially having children in the car. My car is now at the dealer and was there just last week for another electrical problem. I will continue to check the site since this is obviously a defect from the manufacturer. Please contat me with any info as this is very dangerous!
We were driving and suddenly ABS brake and alert light came on and we got msg on dash board that say service transmission ,shut off engine to engage park , we pulled out of traffic and stopped on the side of road and pushed the turn off button but the engine do not cut off and the gear will not dis engage from drive and nor shutt off , we were scared we dont know what to do as we cannot shut off the car and if we jump out of car the car is still running and in drive driving so we keep on pushing the power off and finally it turned off and we want to let you know that you look into it as it is very scary and fear full .we made a movie and posted on youtube as we cant sent it to you , the link is https://youtu.be/ltl81sladeo . The exact miles on vehicle is approx 30400 as vehicle is at home.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 300. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the battery and alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was made aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v634000 (electrical system), but the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 60,000. ....updated 08/29/16 *bf updated 6/18/18
While driving my 2013 chrysler 300s on the highway the lights on my dash starting flashing. About another mile my radio shut off and would not come back on. I came upon my exit and stopped at the stop light and then my stability control and ABS light came on. I drove a little further and I heard this whining noise and a message popped up. I checked the message and it said "battery saver mode". I turned in to my neighborhood and right when I was turning the corner the car completely shut down causing me to lose control (no power steering) and no brakes. When the vehicle came to a complete stop the dashboard lit up again and the windshield wipers came on I looked at the control and they were not turned on and I could not turn them off. Eventually the wipers stopped and all power was lost, no inside lights, no radio, no touch screen, no head lights...nothing! I googled "battery saver mode" and read that it was possibly my alternator. I then saw where there was a recall for chrysler alternators with descriptions of the same scenario that I just had, so called the recall center. I was told that my car did not fall under the recall because I did not have 160 amp (I have 180). From what I've been reading there are issues with the 180 amps also, but chrysler has not recalled those. I was told by the recall center to hold on to my receipts for the repairs because "if and when" they do a recall on the 180 amps I can be reimbursed. Mean while those of us with the 180 amps are taking a chance on our lives! Come on chrysler you all know that these alternators are bad....180 and 160 amps!!!
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the ABS and anti skid warning lights illuminated and the wheel seized causing the vehicle to be unable to continue to drive. In addition, all gauges and meters on the instrument cluster provided incorrect readings. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 300. The contact stated that the ABS, air bag, and traction control warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
The ABS and transaction light came on. Called a local dealer who said bring in for service. Three miles up the highway the car suffered a total system failure. The vehicle would not go into park or any gear. The towing company had problems flat bedding the car to my dealer route 18 chrysler in east brunswick nj. Upon repair the dealer indicated that left driver side ABS system failed. The onboard computers stored dttc codes both for the transmission and ABS systems. No one knows why the transmission failed to allow the car to be driven. There is a major safety flaw in this vehicle that is going to result in a fatal crash. I am lucky to be alive. Chrysler was notified of this problem by me. Updated 9/25/15 *ln updated 12/28/2015
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Related recalls
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Questions about the 2013 Chrysler 300 abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2013 Chrysler 300?
14 of 306 owner complaints about the 2013 Chrysler 300 (5%) 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 2013 Chrysler 300?
There are 0 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2013 Chrysler 300
Stalling 29Check engine light 18Headlights 16Airbag light 12Wipers 10No deployment 9Engine failure 9Fire or smoke 9Loss of power 8Sunroof shattered 8Won't start 7Adaptive cruise 6Ball joint 6Warning lights 6Brake failure 5Won't shift 5
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