2004 Chrysler 300M Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 6%of 71 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,364miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the engine of the 2004 Chrysler 300M, 6% of the 71 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,364 miles.
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.
“Noise in steering column. Stiff when driving. Cracks in dash around passenger air bag. Engine light on and remains on for extended periods. Air bag warning light on. Advised that srs roll coil needs replacing. Part ordered through Chrysler parts dealer and is on back order.”
NHTSA complaint #10598167, filed 2014-06, 98,249 miles“1. Interior lights continue to intermittently flash on and off. 2. Engine light illuminates for various time period and then goes off. 50/50 with power stalls. Camshaft position sensor was replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10598144, filed 2014-06, 44,364 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Chrysler 300M. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted and was not taken to a dealer or mechanic for diagnosis or repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10559072, filed 2014-01, 38,000 miles“While running, stationary, and motion the vehical ran hot, motor oil leaking while car in motion and parked. Car did not want to start, and shuts off while in drive. Car was taken to certified mechanic, diognostic test performed report indicated electrical and sensor problems among other mechanical issues.”
NHTSA complaint #10874304, filed 2016-06Engine: other model years
Other parts of the 2004 Chrysler 300M
14 complaintsEngine cooling
14 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Chrysler 300M
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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