2016 Chrysler 300 Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 20%of 76 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 38,818miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the air bags of the 2016 Chrysler 300, 20% of the 76 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 38,818 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Side airbags deployed without collision and seat belts not working.... I was driving vehicle on the on ramp to get on the highway going about 45 MPH and I had to suddenly hit the brakes hard due to wet road and side airbags deployed out of no where. Consumer stated vehicle has not been driven and parked in the garage.”
NHTSA complaint #11322376, filed 2020-04, 40,175 miles“While vehicle is on and running service air bag system message randomly appears and disappears when the vehicle is in park or in motion. Service air bag indicator light also illuminates randomly after message is displayed and then goes out after a random amount of time has elapsed. Took vehicle to local Chrysler dealership and they said that it maybe be one of several known issues that they are aware of but no recalls have been issued on any of the possible safety issues that maybe causing the notification. …”
NHTSA complaint #11183731, filed 2019-03, 37,462 miles“Unknown, plastic around window frame is popping off. I believe it to be due to heat however was advised it may cause side air bag deployment issues. After googling I found this to be a known issue”
NHTSA complaint #11502384, filed 2023-01“My door panels are peeling away from the area where the trim and window meet on my driver side and passenger. Upon research, I've discovered this is an issue going back ever since 2014 with Chrysler and Dodge vehicles Upon further research, this issue can lead to issues with side air bags not being able to possibly be deployed (I have not experienced this),driver & passenger window being affected by heating and cooling of the AC (I've experienced this with my windows not being able to adequately defrost fast enough, as well as my windshield), and issues with the doors automatic locks not…”
NHTSA complaint #11432401, filed 2021-09“Both front door panels severely warped to the point of Cracking and causing the door locks to bind and to also cause the possibility that side air bags may not deploy as designed or deploy prematurely. Warranty and Extended Warranty refused repair claims citing manufacturer defects. Repair estimate over $2000.”
NHTSA complaint #11505537, filed 2023-02Related service bulletins
- 11014849Feb 5, 2025Air bag - side curtain
- 10221685Jul 22, 2020Transmission Oil Pan, Heater (TMU), Tube or O-ring Applies to vehicles equipped with 8 speed transmissions only; if you have a leak that appears to be at the pan the use of…
- 10224757Aug 23, 2017Flash: Transmission Diagnostic and Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. Customers may…
- 10224756Aug 23, 2017Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest software. Customers may…
- 10224681Aug 2, 2017Rain light sensor Rain sense wipers do not operate: 1. Visual Inspection--> Check if the sensor is visually OK. (all the pins are OK) Check that the Connector is NOT loose…
Air bags: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 17% |
| 2022 | 2 | 40% |
| 2021 | 8 | 40% |
| 2020 | 3 | 33% |
| 2019 | 22 | 36% |
| 2018 | 14 | 9% |
| 2017 | 6 | 7% |
| 2016 | 15 | 20% |
| 2015 | 11 | 11% |
| 2014 | 17 | 7% |
| 2013 | 32 | 10% |
| 2012 | 83 | 19% |
| 2011 | 27 | 14% |
| 2010 | 57 | 46% |
| 2009 | 38 | 46% |
| 2008 | 185 | 26% |
| 2007 | 132 | 27% |
| 2006 | 258 | 26% |
| 2005 | 255 | 31% |
Other parts of the 2016 Chrysler 300
15 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Chrysler 300
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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