2013 Chrysler 300 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 36about this part
- Share
- 12%of 306 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 45,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 36 complaints about the engine of the 2013 Chrysler 300, 12% of the 306 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 45,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 4 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Alternator went out, car went into battery saver mode. This is the second time this has happened. Initially I was told that the battery was bad/weak. Changed it out, and after 2 months I am having the same problem again. There is an obvious problem with Chrysler's supplier for these alternators. I have seen that my vehicle is not the only one having this issue”
NHTSA complaint #11000941, filed 2017-06, 61,000 miles“Diagnostic shows misfire in cylinder 8. Vehicle has 123,000 miles on it. I am told it is a lifter or cam and that I need a new engine. This vehicle is 7 years old and has been maintained. After reading reviews the hemi engine is known to break down. The estimated cost for a new engine approximately $ 7,000. Vehicle all of a sudden idled very rough took in and major work needed to be done. Wish Chrysler would back their vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11373904, filed 2020-11, 123,000 miles“My engine light has turned on and the reading says it's cylinder #2 misfire. It came out of no where and from what I've seen and heard it is a common issue. My car is basically brand new and very well taken care of but it has needed every recall and for some reason something this serious and common is not covered. It shakes while it idles it's not running great and this could bring on many more problems.”
NHTSA complaint #10915666, filed 2016-10, 52,000 miles“Driving on the highway at appx 30-40 MPH and car started smelling like burned plastic and smoke, started making a high pitched humming sound, the traction control light and the engine light and the ABS brake lights all came on as my car was slowing down, opened the hood and there was smoke coming from the engine, car would not turn back on, no electric worked, battery is destroyed, car VIN is not listed under the current recall even though I am finding the same complaint from others with my same car. …”
NHTSA complaint #10959542, filed 2017-03, 42,000 miles“At 7:30 pm on the fdr drive approaching exit 17 at about 45 MPH. My Chrysler 300 went completely dead while driving with my children in the car. No warning the car just came to abrupt stop sliding for about 10 feet before fully stopping. The engine went dead the light went off I couldn't steer nothing on the car works, never seen anything like that in my life. Thank god it was still bright out so I can and other driver was able to see me to avoid hitting the car otherwise we could of been dead or a very nasty accident. …”
NHTSA complaint #11089802, filed 2018-04, 36,454 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10180287Aug 28, 2020Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may experience a…
- 10180203Aug 1, 2020No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
- 10175712Apr 9, 2020Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
- 10174189Mar 25, 2020Revised Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
- 10173339Feb 25, 2020Revised Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
- 10162466May 3, 2019Oil Filter Adapter If replacing Oil Filter Adapter due to oil leak, please be aware a seal kit is available for repair. If replacing due to missing Spring Loaded Check Valve, a…
- 10209635Feb 15, 2016Can/Am Warranty coverage
- 10144868Mar 31, 2015Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of…
- 10148573Jan 7, 2015Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 20% |
| 2019 | 2 | 3% |
| 2018 | 5 | 3% |
| 2017 | 4 | 5% |
| 2016 | 6 | 8% |
| 2015 | 8 | 8% |
| 2014 | 25 | 11% |
| 2013 | 36 | 12% |
| 2012 | 58 | 14% |
| 2011 | 18 | 9% |
| 2010 | 11 | 9% |
| 2009 | 8 | 10% |
| 2008 | 53 | 7% |
| 2007 | 36 | 7% |
| 2006 | 166 | 17% |
| 2005 | 51 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2013 Chrysler 300
131 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
58 complaintsAir bags
32 complaintsOther or unknown
23 complaintsElectronic stability control
17 complaintsExterior lighting
17 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology