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Chrysler 300Model year report

2007 Chrysler 300 Problems

Complaints
498filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
78,293miles, 331 complaints with mileage
Recalls
42 do-not-drive
Trend
StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2007 Chrysler 300 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests. Report an error

What owners report

Owners of this model year most often report the shift lever refusing to come out of Park, and transmission complaints in general make up the largest single group in the sample. The car is now old enough that many reports come in between roughly 60,000 and 140,000 miles, and a number involve warning lights or stalling tied to electrical and ignition components. Airbag complaints mostly reflect the Takata inflator recalls rather than a separate mechanical fault.

  1. Transmission and drivetrain

    Shifter stuck in Park / will not release

    • 212 complaints (43%)
    • median 75,000 mi at 6.6 yrs old (187 state mileage)
    • 4 mention a crash, fire or injury
    • owner-quoted repair $400 (median of 9 quotes)
    • filed 2007–2025

    Owners describe starting the car and being unable to move the shifter out of Park, sometimes after it worked normally on the drive to work. Several say a small plastic piece inside the shifter assembly or the shift interlock lever breaks, and some release it manually by taking apart the center console and pulling the cable. Complaints describe dealers replacing the whole shifter or shift plate assembly because the internal part is not sold separately, and several owners note their VIN was not covered by a shift-interlock recall campaign. Spread fairly evenly from about 27,000 to 155,000 miles, with many reports in the 50,000-100,000 mile range.

    1 related service bulletin

    What to check: With the engine running, cycle the shifter from Park through the gears and back several times and feel for any binding or looseness. Ask whether the shifter assembly or interlock has been replaced, and confirm the VIN against any shift-interlock campaign.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “For the last 9 months my 2007 Chrysler 300 car gets stuck in park, mostly everyday! Im having to fist hit my park knob and jerk it around...and it comes out. I hear it popular in Chrysler models. It just happened to my wife's sebring 2007, it is now stuck at her work, bc we can afford to tow it anywhere.”

    NHTSA complaint #10347016, filed 2010-08, 86,840 miles

    “The vehicle is stuck in park . Park lock out mechanism is not functioning. Have read many complaints on line of other vehicle owners with the same problem on the Chrysler 300 and dodge magnum. I can't move my car. It is stuck were I parked it.”

    NHTSA complaint #10575429, filed 2014-03, 65,000 miles
  2. Electrical system

    Sudden stalling, no-start, or electrical cutout

    • 58 complaints (12%)
    • median 84,579 mi at 8.8 yrs old (51 state mileage)
    • 6 mention a crash, fire or injury
    • filed 2008–2025

    Owners report the engine cutting out while driving, sometimes with all dash lights flashing, radio and blower dropping out, or the car failing to restart. Several say the ignition switch or the front control module / power module was replaced, and in some cases the fix did not last. Others describe a burning plastic smell and melted wiring at the rear fuse box. Reported from about 30,000 to 156,000 miles, with several cases past 100,000 miles.

    3 related service bulletins

    What to check: Check that all electrical accessories, headlights, door locks and windows work consistently, and ask whether the ignition switch or power module has been replaced. Look at the trunk fuse box and battery area for melted or discolored plastic and wiring.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “I was driving about 55 miles per hr and my car engine, steering and braking shut down......however the lights, radio, air was still working. I pulled over to the side tried to start it 3 times, finally let it sit about 5 or 6 min and it started again and drove without any issues the rest of the way to work which was about 4 miles”

    NHTSA complaint #10780771, filed 2015-10, 105,000 miles

    “All electrical functions flashing...lost radio, headlights, airbag lights flashing, cooler blower stopped. This condition happened to my vehicle multiple times while driving and all different speeds. While driving at night automatic headlight sensor would turn headlights off while traveling. Condition started to happen daily so dealer changed the ignition switch and problem hasn't happened since.”

    NHTSA complaint #10662424, filed 2014-12, 69,000 miles
  3. Transmission and drivetrain

    Transmission harsh shifting, slipping or failure

    • 33 complaints (7%)
    • median 68,500 mi at 7.5 yrs old (32 state mileage)
    • filed 2007–2025

    Beyond the shifter, owners describe the transmission jerking or hesitating on downshifts, revving without moving and then engaging hard, or losing drive entirely. Some report fluid or plug failures and rebuilds, and a few note the dealer initially resisted repairs until warranty coverage was confirmed. A software flash for powertrain behavior above 55 mph appears in service bulletins for this era. Mostly between about 28,000 and 140,000 miles, with several reports around 75,000-120,000 miles.

    Recall 06V3410005 related service bulletins

    What to check: Test drive at low speed with repeated stop-and-go acceleration to feel for harsh or delayed shifts, and ask for transmission service records including any PCM flash or valve body work.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “The transmission went out. It was fine then then lights started flickering inside and out and then when I turned the car off and tried to turn it back on it was completely dead. No lights or power at all. Had to get a jump start. Then when I tried to go it was revving up but wouldnt move and then all of a sudden jumped into gear real hard. It had significant loss of power and would get up and go. It's real slow from the start and it dangerous driving it because it will just rev up and not move then jump into gear very hard. …”

    NHTSA complaint #11281255, filed 2019-11, 92,000 miles

    “This is regarding the transmission. While driving, the transmission would suddenly jerk as it was about to shift. This would happen mostly when slowing down, then accelerating to merge with traffic. This is a recurring problem since I bought the car in 2007 to 2020! Last occurred september 13, 2020.”

    NHTSA complaint #11360360, filed 2020-09, 79,580 miles
  4. Engine

    Engine stalling and misfire after fueling

    • 48 complaints (10%)
    • median 84,579 mi at 7.2 yrs old (41 state mileage)
    • 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
    • filed 2007–2023

    Owners describe the engine stalling at speed or at stoplights, sometimes shortly after filling the fuel tank, and being hard to restart. Some mention violent shaking at idle, purge valve replacement, and dealers unable to pinpoint a cause. A few report valvetrain damage such as a dropped valve seat or fractured valve spring that required cylinder head work. Reported from very low mileage up to about 150,000 miles, with stalling cases spread across the range.

    3 related service bulletins

    What to check: Ask whether the purge valve or evap system has been serviced, and note any stumble or shake at idle during a test drive. A compression or leak-down check can help before purchase on a high-mileage example.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “I purchased a 2007 Chrysler 300 at the end of 2012 with 24k miles on it. Since purchasing it the car has continued to stall - while in motion at speeds of 55 MPH and while under 10 MPH. I have invested a considerable amount of money over a two year period trying to remedy the problem including the replacement of the purge valve in december 2014. The car stalled again today while driving 50 MPH, and was difficult to restart.”

    NHTSA complaint #10673053, filed 2015-01, 24,000 miles

    “Everytime I fill up my fuel tank or even put maybe about $30 worth of fuel in my car it randomly stalls out while driving. This has happened several times and has been dangerous. In intersections, after getting off a highway and while driving on the street. This is not safe. I have taken this car for several repairs. I now have a new battery, starter, and alternator. The dealer checked it and told me to fix this it will be $1100 or more and that may not fix the problem.”

    NHTSA complaint #10563516, filed 2014-02, 125,000 miles

Buying note. Look closely at the shifter mechanism and electrical behavior on a test drive, and confirm that both airbag inflator recalls have been completed for the specific VIN. Service records showing transmission and ignition work are worth asking for on a car of this age.

Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.

NHTSA recorded 498 consumer complaints for the 2007 Chrysler 300. 331 of the complaints include a mileage, and 22% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 78,293 miles. Of all complaints, 18 involved a crash, 12 a fire, 16 an injury, 3 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns (2 marked do-not-drive) and 76 technical service bulletins for this model year.

Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Electronic stability control (11), Seat belts (10), Wheels (8), Steering (7), Equipment (6), Exterior lighting (6), Body and structure (6), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (6), Tires (4), Latches, locks and linkages (2), Seats (2).

Example complaints

Transmission and drivetrain: “I was driving my lights started flickering inside and out. I pulled over turned car off then back on and it was completely dead. Had it jump started and then push the gas and car wouldnt move. The it jumped into gear real hard and has been stuck in 2nd gear ever since.”

NHTSA complaint #11286539, filed 2019-12, 95,000 miles

Air bags: “Takata recall I recieved a safety recall notice, took it to our local dealership, he put my name on a list stating there is others ahead of me, we'll call you as we get parts. Thats been several months ago in the spring. My vehicle's air bag still is not repaired. There has been reported deaths over this & I worry everytime I have to drive my car.”

NHTSA complaint #10790109, filed 2015-11, 60,000 miles

Electrical system: “When I was driving all electronics shut off but the car could still drive.. So I tryed to turn my four ways on didn't come on I pulled over still no lights working turned my car on lights turned on and my four ways also turned on when I started the car back up.”

NHTSA complaint #10863798, filed 2016-05, 80,000 miles

Other or unknown: “While sitting in a drive thru line at a local fast food establishment I heard a loud bang, then steam came from under the hood of my car. Pulled over and parked. Called my mechanic to come check it out. He explained to me that the fan motor broke/busted and the bearings went through the radiator. Fan shourds we're all broke off. I have less then 100,000 miles on my car.”

NHTSA complaint #11120195, filed 2018-08, 92,000 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

22% of the 331 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 52,000 and 110,000 miles.

5%0–102%10–2515%25–5023%50–7521%75–10026%100–1508%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (331 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 78,293 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

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Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2007 Chrysler 300. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

VersionOverallFrontalSideSide poleRollover
300 · sedan RWD/AWDnot rated5 / 5———

Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 2007 Chrysler 300 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 76 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 76 bulletins →

Other model years of the Chrysler 300

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
202365001419—Too new
202255,0002423—Not enough data
20212040,0002423—Rising
2020972,0002423—Not enough data
20196112,00024237 · FewerRising
201815321,000442350 · TypicalStable
20178242,00024230 · FewerFalling
20167636,73124237 · FewerFalling
20159942,0004—2338 · TypicalFalling
201423735,0007523100 · MoreFalling
201330642,0006523100 · MoreFalling
201242665,0009521100 · MoreFalling
201120049,5007—2177 · MoreFalling
201012370,2027——50 · TypicalFalling
20098369,3755——31 · FewerFalling
200871476,1504——76 · MoreFalling
200749878,2934——Not compared (before 2008)Stable
20061,00279,2074—20Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200582574,3757——Not compared (before 2008)Falling

All Chrysler 300 model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chrysler 300?

Owners of this model year most often report the shift lever refusing to come out of Park, and transmission complaints in general make up the largest single group in the sample. The issues reported most often: Shifter stuck in Park / will not release; Sudden stalling, no-start, or electrical cutout; Transmission harsh shifting, slipping or failure.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2007 Chrysler 300 have?

NHTSA recorded 498 consumer complaints for the 2007 Chrysler 300 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2007 Chrysler 300 is reported most often?

Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 189 complaints (38% of the total), followed by air bags with 132.

Has the 2007 Chrysler 300 been recalled?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year, 2 of them with a do-not-drive advisory. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

At what mileage are problems with the 2007 Chrysler 300 reported?

Among the 331 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 78,293 miles and the middle half falls between 52,000 and 110,000 miles; 22% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program.

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.