2016 Chrysler 300 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 20%of 76 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 33,838miles
- 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 electrical system of the 2016 Chrysler 300, 20% of the 76 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 33,838 miles. 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.
“I was driving about 50mph and things started shutting down like the radio and the instrument panel said the car was going into power saving mode. I had about 5 miles to my destination and my car stalled right before I got there but I kept up my speed and was able to coast in. I tried starting it just to see and got nothing. Tow truck came about an hour later and I was able to start it to back it up but when I turned it off, it would not start again. Even being a woman I knew this was not a case of dead battery as it happened while driving. …”
NHTSA complaint #10924438, filed 2016-11, 32,000 miles“When engaging the turn signal (particularly left turns) the windshield wipers engage. Have attempted wiggling this combination control lever, which has a small degree of play within its ranges of motion. Sometimes this is effective, but usually this is not. Have also attempted positioning the play level to each of its natural limits. Occasionally this works, but within a few turn cycles it reverts back to engaging the wipers. Vehicle is in motion when this happens, making a turn. This has been occurring for over a year.”
NHTSA complaint #11414708, filed 2021-05, 58,000 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“We purchased the vehicle and after we purchased the vehicle we noticed that the odometer was 85,453 on the contract on 04/20/2021 and we had gotten the Carfax report on 05/10/2021 and in 2016 the odometers reading was 86,960 so we decided to have the further looked at for warranties at Viva Dodge Chrysler and the odometer was 88,521 miles”
NHTSA complaint #11428624, filed 2021-08“Main Fuel Pump and accompanied electrical connect. The fuel pump and electrical wiring harness is available upon request. My safety was at risk due to a faulty electrical connection inside the fuel tank. My vehicle made a loud hmming sound at a stop sign, upon continuing forward the vehicle shut off randomly. Upon inspection, the fuel was not sending to the engine. We bought a new fuel pump and replaced at the side of the road. …”
NHTSA complaint #11571171, filed 2024-02Related recalls
- 18V332000May 17, 2018Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab…Covers: Chrysler 300 2014–2018, Ram 1500 2014–2019, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014–2018 +12 more
Related service bulletins
- 11030042Mar 5, 2026Active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00, B1A15-00, B1A16-00, and B1A17-00 in The Radio Frequency Hub (RFH)
- 11020600Jul 4, 2025Decreased Remote Start And RKE Range. Tire Pressure Sensors Values Are Not Displayed
- 10251783Jan 10, 2024Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic…
- 10248509Sep 15, 2023Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error…
- 10244348Sep 15, 2023Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error…
- 10241118Jun 23, 2023Fuel Pump Connector Replacement The technician may experience a crank/no start after the fuel pump module was replaced. This bulletin involves replacing the fuel pump connector…
- 10234420Feb 14, 2023Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic…
- 10230301Jul 13, 2022Decreased Remote Start And RKE Range. Tire Pressure Sensors Values Are Not Displayed
- 10223765Jul 13, 2022Decreased Remote Start And RKE Range. Tire Pressure Sensors Values Are Not Displayed
- 10230183Jul 9, 2021No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 20% |
| 2019 | 22 | 36% |
| 2018 | 69 | 45% |
| 2017 | 29 | 35% |
| 2016 | 15 | 20% |
| 2015 | 14 | 14% |
| 2014 | 72 | 30% |
| 2013 | 131 | 43% |
| 2012 | 212 | 50% |
| 2011 | 119 | 60% |
| 2010 | 23 | 19% |
| 2009 | 25 | 30% |
| 2008 | 502 | 70% |
| 2007 | 57 | 11% |
| 2006 | 95 | 9% |
| 2005 | 99 | 12% |
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 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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