2007 Chrysler 300 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 26about this part
- Share
- 5%of 498 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 26 complaints about the brakes of the 2007 Chrysler 300, 5% of the 498 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,000 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicle was parked;vehicle would not shift from park,immediately after driving.vehicle towed to hendrick Chrysler for repair.vehicle was recalled,feb.2007 ref.#f50. I purchased same from listed dealer,10-12-2007 and vehicle was not serviced reference the noted recall before selling to me(months later);I was never advised of same recall.my vehicle meets all criteria for recall,I.e.,time of manufacture,VIN. …”
NHTSA complaint #10531626, filed 2013-07, 74,465 miles“My cars electric control throttle warning signal came on. My car was going around a curve on a sunny day and the ABS warning light came on and also the warning light for no traction and I have new tires. The ignition sometimes fault when I turn the key to start the car.”
NHTSA complaint #10629965, filed 2014-09, 148,000 miles“Since feb 2012, the electronic throttle control (etc) light comes on when the car is first started & idling. After the car warms up & is restarted, it seems to run ok. If I try to drive the car before it warms up, the etc & the anti-lock break lights come on. The engine loses power & control of the steering & brakes. After a couple occurrences, on 21 feb 2012, I had the car towed to the dealer (tate dodge Chrysler jeep, inc. In glen burnie, md). After being at the dealer for 2 wks & $180 in service fees, the problem was not resolved. Since 2012, the problem has continued to occur more often. …”
NHTSA complaint #10637953, filed 2014-09, 36,666 miles“I purchased a Chrysler 300 on 11/19/09. I had an accident on 12/10/09. I have learned since the accident, there was a recall on this model concerning the antilock brake system. Since we purchased used, I don't know if this was ever corrected on our vehicle. The ABS lights stays on and mechanics says it is not dangerous, just the cruise want work. We have carried this car back to dealership several times and spent over $2,000. On repairs and now they tell us it can't be fixed and we are afraid to drive the car even though they say it is o.k. To drive. …”
NHTSA complaint #10358859, filed 2010-10, 44,353 miles“I just purchased my car in late april it is now november. I didn't notice the brake problem which is a vibration when I came to a stop, until a week after. I figured I probably need new brake pads. One of my least concerns. But last month I began to smell gas. I thought it was just the other vehicles around me or the location I was at. I looked under the car and there's was no leak. I kept doing this when I smelled gas and nothing. Last night november 6 2011, I filled up my tank to go out of town. When I was leaving to go back home from the long ride, the parking area smelled like gas! …”
NHTSA complaint #10434376, filed 2011-11, 50,900 milesRelated recalls
- 06V493000Dec 29, 2006On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.Covers: Chrysler 300 2007, Dodge Caliber 2007, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2007 +8 more
Related service bulletins
- 11025727Nov 18, 2025Pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
- 11025724Nov 17, 2025Pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 50% |
| 2022 | 1 | 20% |
| 2021 | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 | 3 | 5% |
| 2018 | 3 | 2% |
| 2017 | 5 | 6% |
| 2016 | 3 | 4% |
| 2015 | 10 | 10% |
| 2014 | 15 | 6% |
| 2013 | 16 | 5% |
| 2012 | 33 | 8% |
| 2011 | 19 | 10% |
| 2010 | 3 | 2% |
| 2009 | 6 | 7% |
| 2008 | 22 | 3% |
| 2007 | 26 | 5% |
| 2006 | 39 | 4% |
| 2005 | 20 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2007 Chrysler 300
189 complaintsAir bags
132 complaintsElectrical system
57 complaintsOther or unknown
37 complaintsEngine
36 complaintsFuel system
23 complaintsEngine cooling
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
16 complaintsSuspension
13 complaintsElectronic stability control
11 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsWheels
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Chrysler 300
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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