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2008 Chrysler 300C Electrical system Problems

Complaints
16about this part
Share
53%of 30 total for the year
Median mileage
115,000miles
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the electrical system of the 2008 Chrysler 300C, 53% of the 30 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 115,000 miles.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Recalled ignition had become locked in off and accessory position. Dealer had to take ignition apart in order to get the key fob released from its locked position. Vehicle has sat on dealership lot since 7/6/2015, waiting for replacement ignition that has been released since 8/26/15, but was originally to be released 7/28/15.”

NHTSA complaint #10761014, filed 2015-09, 119,000 miles

“It seems Chrysler doesn't have the correct fuel pump ! They sell my 3 different ones and all do not work. They even match it with the VIN! I can't get one to work and I spent thousands. A lot of others on 300 forums have had the same issue !! So many 6.1 and higher that need that fuel pump but Chrysler seems to keep sending me parts and taking my money! Please help”

NHTSA complaint #11339824, filed 2020-07

“Contacted cutter dodge immediately after receiving a recall notice on my vehicle. I was told that the part was back ordered. While waiting for the replacement part to come in I received a recall notice for another defect. I went to the dealership to schedule an appointment and was told that they had the first recall part but the second recall part needed to be ordered. I have not received a call from the dealership since dec 2015.”

NHTSA complaint #10846139, filed 2016-03

“The contact’s friend owns a 2008 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that while his friend was starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal burning odor entering the vehicle through the vents. The contact was informed that there was an unknown warning illuminated. The contact’s friend was no longer able to start the vehicle. Additionally, the key fob was not able to unlock the doors. The contact stated that the key fob battery was replaced; however, the vehicle was no longer starting. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. …”

NHTSA complaint #11635577, filed 2025-01, 160,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The contact stated that an independent mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure; however, the mechanic stated that the failure could be related to the ignition switch. The contact stated that the vehicle was able to start intermittently; however, the contact stopped driving the vehicle due to a fear that the failure might recur while driving with his family. …”

NHTSA complaint #11517423, filed 2023-04, 186,145 miles

Related service bulletins

Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2016457%
2015325%
2014327%
20132366%
2012747%
20111144%
2010550%
2009764%
20081653%
20071312%
2006568%
2005228%

Other parts of the 2008 Chrysler 300C

Air bags
7 complaints
Engine
5 complaints
Fuel system
4 complaints
Other or unknown
2 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2008 Chrysler 300C

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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