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2016 Chrysler 300C problems

The most common problem on the 2016 Chrysler 300C is electrical system. It has fewer complaints than a typical 300C model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
87/100
Owner complaints
7
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
135
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 2016 Chrysler 300C problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    4
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Engine
    1

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    4
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Brakes
    1
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Chrysler 300C 135

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 135 bulletins for the 2016 Chrysler 300C

What 2016 Chrysler 300C owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 20, 2021 · Electrical, Steering · 107,250 miles · WV

The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated while driving at 60-65 MPH, the warning message "Service Power Steering" appeared on the instrument panel and the steering wheel lost power. The contact veered to side of the road and opened the hood of the vehicle but could not determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated she was able to restart the vehicle and she drove to her residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated while driving, the warning messages "Shift To park" and "Service Power Steering" appeared on the instrument panel and the vehicle suddenly lost power. The contact stated she switched gears to park and was able to restart the vehicle. The contact veered to the side of the road for a short moment, then she drove to her destination. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring. The dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 107,250.

Filed Aug 16, 2021 · Visibility · 110,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that two leaks had formed in the ceiling of his vehicle; one leak was located in the middle of the rear section of the panoramic sunroof and another leak had formed in the upper handle above the rear passenger seat. The dealer was notified of the failure and an appointment was made to inspect the vehicle. The contact had also taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic and the seals and tubes located around the sunroof were tested and no failures were found. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and referred him to the federal safety agency for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000

Filed Dec 26, 2018 · Electrical · 31,000 miles · NH

Screen turns black and green when on reverse or sometimes go black while driving, making certain controls like heated seats and heated steering wheel inoperable. The entire screen flashes with lines and flips between black and green. Issue happens intermittently, but more when putting the car on reverse instead of showing rear image it goes into a flashing green screen. Dealer tells me this is a common issue and usually they replace the entire unit which costs thousands of dollars. Issue has been happening for over 6 months and now car is 90 miles over the 36k bumper to bumper and had to open case with chrysler to see if they can cover the repair/diagnostic

Filed Sep 24, 2018 · Acceleration, Electrical · 36,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chrysler 300c. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of engine power and the throttle body control warning indicator illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle regained engine power after 15 seconds. The dealer and manufacturer were notified. The vehicle was diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000. *tt updated 11/28/18

Filed Jul 31, 2018 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 70 miles · FL

I been loosing power when I drive on the highway and in the dash board comes out a light for electrical, I have to let go the accelerator on the middle of the highway to reset it, if I don't do it my car starts slowing down is kind of scary, I can send a picture because it usually happens when I'm going more than 60 miles an hour and I have to act quiukly or a can cause an accident, it happen to me a lot of times but I took it to the dealer and they say the computer is not showing nothing

Filed May 16, 2018 · Brakes · 27,000 miles · LA · crash

Tl* the contact owned a 2016 chrysler 300c. While driving 70 MPH and changing lanes, the vehicle started vibrating and wobbling abnormally. The contact determined that the driver's side brake rotor was fractured. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the guard rail. The air bags did not deploy. The contact was not injured. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a yard and deemed destroyed. The contact called riverland chrysler dodge jeep at (985) 652-9600 (located at 601 belle terre blvd, laplace, la 70068). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 27,000.

Filed Aug 10, 2017 · 12,500 miles · MA

If car is in gear and you get out of car without putting it in park, car stays in gear and rolls shifter dial is on the middle console mercedes and jaguar models auto matically shut off ? Or go to park if someone exits vehicle or door opens.

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Questions about the 2016 Chrysler 300C

Is the 2016 Chrysler 300C reliable?

Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2016 Chrysler 300C, fewer than a typical 300C model year.

What is the 2016 Chrysler 300C year score?

The 2016 Chrysler 300C scores 87 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chrysler 300C: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Chrysler 300C?

Electrical system, with 4 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).

How many recalls does the 2016 Chrysler 300C have?

No recalls on record.

What year does the Chrysler 300C have the most electrical problems?

The Chrysler 300C model years with the most electrical complaints are 2006 (56 complaints), 2013 (23 complaints) and 2005 (22 complaints).

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