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2005 CHRYSLER 300

7 recalls Risk Grade: B Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #05V460000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The park pawl anchor shaft is a critical part in your transmission that helps your vehicle shift into park. In some cases, it might not be properly attached, which could cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the anchor shaft doesn't work right, you might not be able to put your vehicle in park, and if you're not using the parking brake, it could roll away and crash without warning.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect your transmission and add a bracket to keep the park pawl anchor shaft in place, all at no cost to you. Just schedule the repair when you get your recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 42RLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE CUP PLUG THAT RETAINS THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT MAY BE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. IF THE SHAFT MOVES OUT OF POSITION, THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE 'PARK' POSITION.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THIS OCCURS AND THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED, THE VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSIONS AND INSTALL A BRACKET TO ENSURE THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT IS RETAINED IN THE PROPER POSITION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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High Priority #16V352000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The air bag in your vehicle is a critical safety feature that deploys in the event of a crash to cushion your body. In some models, the inflator that makes the air bag work could fail and rupture, potentially sending sharp metal fragments into the passenger compartment.
Risk if Unfixed
If the inflator ruptures, you or your passenger could be seriously injured or even killed by metal fragments. This is a life-threatening situation, and you should not drive your vehicle until it's been repaired.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty air bag inflator with a new one, free of charge, as soon as possible. Please do not drive your vehicle until the repair is complete.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.
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High Priority #15V313000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The driver's airbag in your vehicle is a safety system that deploys in a crash to protect you. However, in some affected models, a faulty part inside the airbag could be damaged by moisture, causing it to fail when you need it most.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash and the airbag deploys, the inflator could burst apart and send sharp metal fragments flying towards you or other passengers, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a safe, reliable one – at no cost to you. Don't drive your vehicle until the repair is done. When you get the recall notice, schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.
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High Priority #14V770000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS

Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle may have a faulty air bag inflator that can rupture in a crash, causing metal fragments to hit you or your passengers.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could get seriously hurt or even killed in a crash.
Free Fix
Chrysler will replace the faulty air bag inflator in your vehicle, free of charge, at a dealership near you.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500, 2004-2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Chrysler 300, 300C and 300 SRT8 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity. Specifically, vehicles sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Saipan, Guam, and American Samoa are addressed by this recall. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger’s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. For vehicles that were sold, or are currently registered, in Florida, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, owners were notified and the recall began on December 5, 2014. For all other vehicles, Chrysler notified owners and the recall began on February 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P40 Expanded. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall 16V-352. This recall superseded the passenger air bag portion of recall 14V-354.
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High Priority #04V335000 Plain English
Component

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
Your vehicle's front seat belt adjustable turning loop bolts may not be tightened properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, the shoulder belt could separate, increasing the risk of injury to you and your front seat passengers.
Free Fix
We'll tighten the bolts to the correct specification for free. You can call DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403 to schedule an appointment.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT SHOULDER BELT ADJUSTABLE TURNING LOOP (ATL) BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TIGHTENED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD CAUSE SHOULDER BELT SEPARATION IN CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS, WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE SHOULDER BELT ADJUSTER TURNING LOOP BOLTS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 6, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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High Priority #04V333000 Plain English
Component

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
A spot welding operation that reinforces the rear floorpan of your vehicle may not have been done as it should be.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle is in a crash, the rear seat belt anchors and child seat anchors might break loose, which could increase the risk of injury to people in the back seats.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to a dealership, and they will inspect the floorpan reinforcement and add structural rivets if needed, free of charge. The notification process started on July 6, 2004, and you can contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A SPOT WELDING OPERATION FOR THE REAR FLOORPAN REINFORCEMENT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PERFORMED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD CAUSE THE REAR SEAT BELT ANCHORS AND/OR THE CHILD SEAT ANCHORS TO SEPARATE IN CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS, WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO REAR SEAT PASSENGERS.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR FLOORPAN REINFORCEMENT FOR MISSING WELDS AND INSTALL STRUCTURAL RIVETS IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 6, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Moderate #04V334000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
Your vehicle's battery cables at the bulkhead stud may not be securely attached.
Risk if Unfixed
If a cable isn't tightened properly, it could cause a fire in your instrument panel, which could lead to serious damage or injury.
Free Fix
You should take your vehicle to the dealership, where they will tighten the battery cable fasteners to ensure they're secure and meet the proper specification. This service is free, and you'll be notified if you haven't already.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BATTERY CABLE FASTENERS AT THE BULKHEAD STUD MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TIGHTENED.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A LOOSE FASTENER CAN CAUSE AN INSTRUMENT PANEL FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE BULKHEAD STUD BATTERY CABLE FASTENERS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 6, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Browse by Component

AIR BAGS
3 recalls
SEAT BELTS
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall

Other CHRYSLER 300 Years

2023
1 recall
2022
2 recalls
2021
2 recalls
2020
2 recalls
2019
2 recalls
2018
4 recalls
2017
2 recalls
2016
3 recalls
2015
5 recalls
2014
8 recalls
2013
6 recalls
2012
9 recalls
2011
7 recalls
2010
7 recalls
2009
5 recalls
2008
4 recalls
2007
4 recalls
2006
4 recalls

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