2009 Chrysler 300 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 8%of 83 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 85,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the steering of the 2009 Chrysler 300, 8% of the 83 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 85,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I own a 2009 Chrysler 300c, which has been having consistent problems with the engine shutting off while driving down the busy highway. The vehicle is stalling, quitting, not starting on the first try, fail to keep running once started, or completely stop on its own recognizance. I feel unprotected because my vehicle automatic shut off and could cause death or serious injury. …”
NHTSA complaint #10661815, filed 2014-12, 92,076 miles“My Chrysler 300 keeps loosing power. While driving on the highway at 65 MPH the vehicle decides to lose its electrical power and the engine completely turned off. There was no braking power, the steering had no play but I was able to maneuver off to the left side of the road in medium traffic. I believe the keyless ignition system has a horrific defect. It is losing contact. The double sided integrated key, I believe, is losing contact with the integral ignition switch which also contributes to inconsistent starting procedure.”
NHTSA complaint #10661264, filed 2014-11, 92,000 miles“While driving on the freeway my Chrysler 300 died while I was accelerating into heavy traffic going approximately 55 MPH. The vehicle just cut itself off. It lost power to the engine, I lost my power steering, nor could I brake. I was close to being slammed in the rear. I was able to maneuver it to the edge of the freeway because I was luckily in the right hand lane. It took several tries to get the motor to restart. This power loss has happened on several occasions and is very frightening. From time to time I must continue to turn the ignition to the start position. …”
NHTSA complaint #10658650, filed 2014-11, 85,000 miles“I own a 2009 Chrysler 300c is exhibiting the following circumstances. Stall is leading to unnecessary endangerment of my and other highway users' survivability. This automatically raises the risk of death for consumers utilizing the roadways be it two lane or multi- lanes, city or rural roads. My 2009 Chrysler 300c is supposed to be a high performance vehicle and these deficiencies only add insult to injury. I do not believe the excuse of we don't know will satisfy the family of a loved one lost in a vehicle accident. I request a fail-safe protection when the following defects exist, I.e. …”
NHTSA complaint #10669980, filed 2015-01, 94,302 miles“On morning of march 13, 2015 car stalled while pulling into highway from driveway. This required having to quickly pull over to restart car. On morning of march 14, 2015 the car stalled while driving at 55 MPH on a four lane highway. My wife had to quickly pull to median to restart car.”
NHTSA complaint #10694236, filed 2015-03, 68,700 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10033284Aug 29, 2009Chrysler: steering wheel returnability. After completing a turn the customer may experience a steering wheel that does not return to center on its own. This bulletin involves…
- 10030935Jul 10, 2009Dodge: steering gear honk, hiss or groan during low speed parking lot maneuvers.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4 | 7% |
| 2018 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 | 6 | 8% |
| 2015 | 10 | 10% |
| 2014 | 11 | 5% |
| 2013 | 13 | 4% |
| 2012 | 28 | 7% |
| 2011 | 7 | 4% |
| 2010 | 3 | 2% |
| 2009 | 7 | 8% |
| 2008 | 18 | 3% |
| 2007 | 7 | 1% |
| 2006 | 47 | 5% |
| 2005 | 43 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2009 Chrysler 300
38 complaintsElectrical system
25 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Chrysler 300
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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