300 (2000)
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Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Chrysler 300, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
What to check on a used 2000 Chrysler 300
On a used 2000 Chrysler 300, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the body and structure (54), the steering (52) and the wheels and tires (29). Each one has an inspection step below, with counts as of 2026-10-12. A complaint is an owner report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
- Open and close every door, the hood and the trunk or hatch. Check the latches, the seals and the gaps between panels.Minor. NHTSA has 54 owner complaints on the 2000 Chrysler 300 about the body and structure.
- Turn the wheel from lock to lock while parked, then drive straight on a level road with a light grip.Safety. NHTSA has 52 owner complaints on the 2000 Chrysler 300 about the steering.
- Measure the tread on all four tires, read the date codes and look at each wheel.Safety. NHTSA has 29 owner complaints on the 2000 Chrysler 300 about the wheels and tires.
- Switch the ignition on and watch the airbag light. On the drive, check the backup camera and any collision or lane warning.Safety. NHTSA has 28 owner complaints on the 2000 Chrysler 300 about the airbags and driver-assist systems.
- Latch and tug every seat belt, move every seat through its full travel and lock each seatback.Safety. NHTSA has 19 owner complaints on the 2000 Chrysler 300 about the seats, seat belts and interior.
Recalls (7)
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES (NON-SUNROOF ONLY) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT."
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." SOME OF THE OWNER'S MANUALS FOR THESE VEHICLES ARE MISSING INSTRUCTIONS THAT PROVIDE A STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURE, INCLUDING DIAGRAMS, FOR PROPERLY ATTACHING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM'S TETHER STRAP TO THE TETHER ANCHORAGE.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SEAT BELT SHOULDER HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE TURNING LOOP (ATL) TOP MOUNTING BOLT WAS INADEQUATELY MANUFACTURED.
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VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE MOLDING FLASH ON THE PRIMARY LEVER MAY PREVENT THE OPERATION OF THE G-LOCK AND TILT LOCK FUNCTIONS ON SOME OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE RETRACTORS.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE PASSENGER AIR BAG INFLATOR ASSEMBLY CONTAINS AN INCORRECT INFLATOR CHARGE AMOUNT.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2000-2000 Chrysler 300 complaints?
Owners have filed 237 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000-2000 Chrysler 300. The systems they name most often are the body and trim, the steering and the wheels and tires.
Is the 2000-2000 Chrysler 300 a good used car?
That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 237 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000-2000 Chrysler 300. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000-2000 Chrysler 300 have?
NHTSA has 237 owner complaints on file for the 2000-2000 Chrysler 300 as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
What recalls affect the 2000-2000 Chrysler 300?
NHTSA lists 7 recalls covering some 2000-2000 Chrysler 300 vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.
What should I check before buying a used Chrysler 300?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the body and trim, the steering and the wheels and tires, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.
Does the 300 have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2000 Chrysler 300. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 237 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-10-12.