2005 Chrysler 300 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 2%of 825 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 74,428miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the body and structure of the 2005 Chrysler 300, 2% of the 825 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 74,428 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My 2005 Chrysler 300 limited trunk slams shut unexpectedly while sitting idle. This has happened to myself and other family members on several occasions and has caused bodily damage. The trunk hydraulics seem to fail with the slightest touch to the car, caused by either the wind or by physically touching the body of the car. The trunk closes with extreme force and could be deadly, as my mother, grandmother and myself have all been struck in the head. …”
NHTSA complaint #10959107, filed 2017-03, 174,000 miles“I was stop waiting on the car in front of me to go when a lager company truck hit me in back, the truck never stop, he had to be doing 50 mile or more, but my airbag did not deployed cause head trauma and neck, back, problems, the truck smashed in the back of my car and the gas tank hang out if I would have had more gas in it, it would have blown up. I have picture to prove this fact and was told that by the car dealer collision department.”
NHTSA complaint #10515389, filed 2013-06, 90,000 miles“2005 Chrysler touring miles:49,113 hood supports failed without any warning, causing hood to fall hitting top of my left shoulder causing severe pain. I was very luck the hood didn't hit me in my head. Very serious safety problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10290471, filed 2009-10, 49,113 miles“I have had numerous problems with my Chrysler 300, which are becoming more costly and defeating the purpose of my purchasing a new car. First, I was subject to a recall regarding the transmission. Next, the rack and pinion went out. Thankfully that was covered under warranty. Now I have to repair the outer tie rods when I have less than 75,000 miles on the car. This repair is $500.00 on top of what I have to pay for the car payment and is not covered under warranty. …”
NHTSA complaint #10256124, filed 2009-01, 71,000 miles“The previous owner had mentioned the bumper / skid plate problems he had before. I then was careful as to where I parked. Well, I parked the car in front of a convenient store and as I pulled back, the front bumper caught on to the cement block and cracked the bumper as well as pulling most of the skid plate from under the car. As I drove home I heard some pieces fall on to the road but could not pull aside to pick them up or I would of gotten hit by a car. I took the car to a body shop and they told me these cars have that problem all the time. …”
NHTSA complaint #10494611, filed 2013-01, 82,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
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Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 17% |
| 2021 | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 | 2 | 3% |
| 2018 | 7 | 5% |
| 2017 | 11 | 13% |
| 2016 | 10 | 13% |
| 2015 | 4 | 4% |
| 2014 | 7 | 3% |
| 2013 | 6 | 2% |
| 2012 | 7 | 2% |
| 2011 | 3 | 2% |
| 2010 | 6 | 5% |
| 2008 | 5 | 1% |
| 2007 | 6 | 1% |
| 2006 | 14 | 1% |
| 2005 | 19 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2005 Chrysler 300
255 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
189 complaintsElectrical system
99 complaintsFuel system
81 complaintsEngine
51 complaintsSuspension
49 complaintsSteering
43 complaintsEngine cooling
42 complaintsTires
42 complaintsExterior lighting
33 complaintsOther or unknown
30 complaintsVehicle speed control
25 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Chrysler 300
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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