2013 Chrysler 300: engine failure

Filed Nov 10, 2020 · Engine · 123,000 miles · IL

Diagnostic shows misfire in cylinder 8. Vehicle has 123,000 miles on it. I am told it is a lifter or cam and that I need a new engine. This vehicle is 7 years old and has been maintained. After reading reviews the hemi engine is known to break down. The estimated cost for a new engine approximately $ 7,000. Vehicle all of a sudden idled very rough took in and major work needed to be done. Wish chrysler would back their vehicle.

Filed Oct 3, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 69,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 300. While driving 35 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact turned off the vehicle, attempted to restart it, but the engine failed to work. The vehicle was towed to car pros chrysler jeep dodge ram (585 rainier ave s, renton, wa 98057) where it was diagnosed that the alternator needed to be changed. The vehicle was not repaired. 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 manufacturer was contacted at 800‑992‑1997, but was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Sep 28, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 115,000 miles · TN · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge charger. The contact stated that the alternator failed. While the driver drove the low battery warning light illuminated and a burning odor emitted from under the hood. The contact inspected the vehicle and replaced the engine oil and the engine operated as normal. However, a few weeks later while attempting to start the vehicle, a burning odor emitted again from under the hood. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the top to the alternator was burned. The vehicle was parked at the contact's home. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer for inspection. The manufacturer advised the contact that the parts were unavailable for repair. However, the contact was advised to replace the alternator and he will be reimbursed. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number 17v435000 (electrical system) but the notification was not received. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000. Vin tool confirms recall incomplete remedy not yet available.

Filed Sep 6, 2017 · Electrical · 80,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 300. While driving 65 MPH, the power reserve warning indicator illuminated and caused the vehicle's speed to reduce. Also, the steering seized and the vehicle stalled. The contact managed to pull the vehicle over right before the vehicle failed completely. The vehicle was able to restart, which allowed the contact to pull off the ramp. The failure recurred and the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer (crown dodge chrysler jeep ram, 3600 king dr, ventura, ca, 93003) where it was diagnosed that the failure was due to the alternator as indicated in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v435000 (electrical system). The parts were unavailable for one year. The dealer stated that they could place an old alternator in the vehicle that the contact would have to pay for, but could be reimbursed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: 32342516. The manufacturer confirmed that the parts were unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jan 30, 2017 · Electrical · 50,000 miles · VA · fire

The alternator failed and sparked a small fire. Caused immediate engine failure stranding me 120 miles from home. Vehicle has 50,000 miles on it. This is an unsafe situation. This car is not covered under recall as it has the hemi. Maybe it should be covered.

Filed Jun 8, 2016 · Engine, Transmission · 24,000 miles · DC

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 300. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked, the engine failed, and the engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the engine routing sensor produced a failure code. The engine routing sensor was replaced; however, the failure was not corrected. The engine light remained illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle exhibited gear shifting failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000. ...updated 11/01/16 *bf

Filed Jan 13, 2016 · Brakes, Wheels · 72,000 miles · FL

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.

Filed Nov 12, 2014 · Steering · 29,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 300. The contact stated the power steering seized. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician diagnosed that the fuse for the power steering needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 29,000. Updated 12/18/14*cn updated 9/25/15

Filed Jul 19, 2013 · Engine · 3,485 miles · MD

06/25/2013 vehicle stalled at 60 MPH, complete engine failure forcing me off road. 3485 miles on new vehicle towed to dealer, stated repaired gear ratio, test drove 25 mi and corrected problem. 07/18/2013 4000 miles on new vehicle driving home from dinner with 2 and 4yr old children in backseats, 60 MPH car stalls, complete engine failure once again. Almost rear ended by passing driver while attempting to shoulder vehicle.