Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (headlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lights).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2005 Chrysler 300 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Comments the dash lights and the headlights flicker off and on at night. They come on in the off position and turn off in the on position. This has been going on for almost a year. I have not had it checked out for fear that it will be costly. Anyone have suggestions on a resolution? Dash, interior lights, door locks, and trunk. Don't work trouble lights all flash then headlights and dash lights go out. I turn the headlight switch from "auto" to "manual" and the headlights come back on. Dash lights continue to flicker intermittently but at least I can drive it - afraid this switch trick will quit working one night while I'm on an unlit country road! 2005 Chrysler 300 189,000 mi, the dash lights and the headlights flicker off and on at night. They come on in the off position and turn off in the on position. This has been going on for almost a year. …
Have an Chrysler 2005 300 c and with the proper cleaning and maintenance. The vehicle's paint has defect's which require a full body paint job. This vehicle is in perfect condition. Other than the paint and the turn signal was working fine until they replaced the driver side air bag. Now, the turn signal has an malfunction. The paint issue will require at the utmost $5,000.00 in repair to the car owner to which insurance doesn't cover. If there was a defect which cause the clear coating and the paint to "not last " this issue should have been discovered prior to date. The Mercedes paint last longer than the year's we've owned this vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the interior and exterior lights experienced flickering, the vehicle turning signal ceased to function, the windows did not operate, the vehicle would not start, and the seat belt lap belt failed to latch. In addition, the ABS warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuse box needed a new fuse panel cover and the seat belt latch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
When I turn on the headlights, the headlights and interior lights flash in intensity, and brightness. The result of this hazard is that it distracts the driver of my car, and any driver on the road who come into view of the Chrysler 300. This condition is amplified by switching head lights from low to high beam. The Chrysler corporation has been aware of this problem since january12, 2005. This is a serious hazard and affects the safe operation of this vehicle. Why hasn't there been a recall to give relief and safety in this matter????????????????????????????????????????
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler 300. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the interior lighting flashed on and off. The manufacturer was contacted and took the vehicle to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 164,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler 300. While driving at approximately 60 MPH, the headlights failed without warning. While driving, the lights flickered or completly failed. The failure continued to recur intermittently. The contact notified the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 95,729.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Chrysler 300. While driving, the exterior lighting began to flicker. The contact stated that the headlight switch was replaced, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
The vehicle's headlights, dash, and interior lights would flicker, sometimes they would just shut off without warning. Cold start, idling, accelerating, and while braking. There is a TSB (18-003-05) detailing this issue. This is obviously a safety related issue and repairs should be handled by the manufacturer.
While driving automobile, noticed headlamps & dash lights dimming and shutting off. Turned headlight switch off and on several times, which resulted in the headlamps turning back on. The problem seems to be occurring more frequently.
While driving my 300, all the dash board lights will come on and the gauges will go all the way up, then back down. Almost as if I were just starting the vehicle. All will go back to normal quickly and my car never looses power. This May happen 10-15 times in 5 minutes. Now, the headlights will come on by themselves and go off several times. I can't drive my vehicle at night as I don't want the lights to go out on me. I feel sorry for the people in front of me as my car keeps turning the lights on and off. This is a serious safety issue. I have already read about several of the same problems and Chrysler isn't worried about their customers safety or looking into this issue. This should have been a recall as many complaints and issues there are out there. I would like to see Chrysler step up and take some responsibility for their product. …
Headlight complaints in other 300 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are headlight problems on the 2005 Chrysler 300?
NHTSA has 35 complaints about the lights of the 2005 Chrysler 300, 4% of the model year's 837 complaints. The component named most often is headlights (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2005 Chrysler 300 headlight problems?
No. NHTSA lists no lights recall for the 2005 Chrysler 300, though it has 7 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2005 Chrysler 300 headlight problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 94,000 miles, and 16% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.