2012 Chrysler 300 Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 1%of 426 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 12,480miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2012 Chrysler 300, 1% of the 426 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 12,480 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.
“2012 Chrysler 300 c with approximately 12,480 miles had just been serviced at the autonation Chrysler dodge jeep dealership in spring, texas. Service had included engine/oil/filter change, balance/rotation of tires. After accepting vehicle from service department, the owner just drove out of the dealership parking lot at approximate speed of 40 miles per hour (MPH) the vehicle immediately failed to increase speed using the accelerator pedal. A quick scan of the instrument panel indicated approximately 1000 RPM's engine and the check engine indicator light illuminated. …”
NHTSA complaint #10713859, filed 2015-04, 12,480 miles“The contact owns a 2012 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, there was an abnormal burning odor detected. The contact stated she noticed oil on the garage floor. Upon opening the hood, she noticed there was oil over the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that there was oil leaking from the cooler adapter. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but provided no additional assistance. …”
NHTSA complaint #11500130, filed 2023-01, 151,000 miles“2012 Chrysler 300. Consumer writes in regards to oil filters the consumer stated the vehicle would wander to the left or right. The vehicle has ESC. All four wheels were out of alignment. Chrysler did not want to change the alignment, in order for it to be within specification. Updated consumer letter 10/18/12. The consumer also stated the transmission would not change to the highest gear. Updated 01/12/13. The consumer stated it was a design flaw, that the rear suspension could not be adjusted. Updated 06/24/13”
NHTSA complaint #10455205, filed 2012-04Related service bulletins
- 10236933Apr 15, 2023wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
- 10247906Feb 22, 2023ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online…
- 10234379Feb 22, 2023ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online…
- 10234378Feb 14, 2023ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY (with mileage above 30,000) review and follow instructions from…
- 10227983Apr 2, 2022If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
- 10220687Mar 6, 2022Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter…
- 10212290Mar 6, 2022Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter…
- 10230180Jul 6, 2021Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
- 10221594Jul 6, 2021Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
- 10190589Mar 31, 2021ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) All vehicles equipped with a 3.2L or 3.6L except for model year 2014 vehicles with leak concern: 1) Ensure the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA)…
Engine cooling: other model years
Other parts of the 2012 Chrysler 300
212 complaintsAir bags
83 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
79 complaintsEngine
58 complaintsBrakes
33 complaintsSteering
28 complaintsOther or unknown
25 complaintsElectronic stability control
24 complaintsVehicle speed control
17 complaintsExterior lighting
14 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 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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