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Latches, locks and linkagesPart report

2002 Chrysler 300M Latches, locks and linkages Problems

Complaints
1about this part
Share
1%of 83 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2002 Chrysler 300M, 1% of the 83 complaints for this model year.

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.

“There is rust inside the trunk lid and the rear passenger doors, causing the doors and trunk lid not to latch properly. Consumer noted it wasn't the rust but a defect from the manufacturer which causes the door not to close. The paint was chipping and peeling. There were , two different color white finishes. The shifter cable broke and was repaired.”

NHTSA complaint #10043979, filed 2003-12

Latches, locks and linkages: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200423%
200211%
2000187%

Other parts of the 2002 Chrysler 300M

Electrical system
13 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
12 complaints
Engine cooling
10 complaints
Steering
10 complaints
Air bags
9 complaints
Brakes
8 complaints
Seats
8 complaints
Suspension
4 complaints
Engine
3 complaints
Exterior lighting
3 complaints
Body and structure
3 complaints
Tires
3 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2002 Chrysler 300M

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 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