2007 Chrysler 300 Brake Problems

Mileage when the problem started

• Under 25k
  15%
• 25k–50k
  526%
• 50k–75k
  316%
• 75k–100k
  316%
• 100k–150k
  526%
• 150k+
  211%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Chrysler 300 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

The contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The warning lights remained constantly illuminated whenever the vehicle was started. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS module needed to be reprogramed. The independent mechanic informed the contact that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V493000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,200.

On August 18th, 2025 around 6:45 pm, our anti-lock break system stopped working, started smoking and caught fire. The fire came up through the engine under the hood and melted everything. There were no warning signs. Just smoke and flames. Luckily we were able to pull over and exit the vehicle. The fire was extinguished with 2 fire extinguishers. The car is a total loss.

This vehicle was involved in a tragic car accident. The passengers both suffered deep laceration to the skull and other vital parts of the body. There was a recall notice that was sent to the owner 4 months after the fatal accident had occurred. Based on police inspection of the vehicle, they've determined there was mechanical failure to the vehicle which can be seen through a police bodycam at the police impound lot. The front passenger suffered a 6 inch deep cut to the skull according to the medical examiner's report. The child in the rear also suffered a deep laceration to the ankle and foot despite being restrained in a child seat. Driver suffered a graze cut to the side of his head and survived the tragic accident after recovering from a coma he stated that the brakes did not function properly when depressed moments prior to the accident. …

I purchased a Chrysler 300 on 11/19/09. I had an accident on 12/10/09. I have learned since the accident, there was a recall on this model concerning the antilock brake system. Since we purchased used, I don't know if this was ever corrected on our vehicle. The ABS lights stays on and mechanics says it is not dangerous, just the cruise want work. We have carried this car back to dealership several times and spent over $2,000. On repairs and now they tell us it can't be fixed and we are afraid to drive the car even though they say it is o.k. To drive. Especially since I found there was a recall on this vehicle and I had a wreck. I ran into the back of a cotton wagon. I applied brakes but did not stop, just slide.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the ABS warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. Additionally, the cruise control was inoperable. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle failed to decelerate after the accelerator pedal was released. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was possibly due to cruise control malfunction. The contact was not provided a decisive answer to the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 300. While the key was in the ignition, the vehicle failed to start. The brake pedal was applied, but was stiff and failed to respond. All the instrument cluster indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and then towed to franklin sussex auto mall (315 route 23 north, sussex, nj 07461). The codes were reset and diagnosed that the ignition switch housing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The contact was referred to NHTSA. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 139,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 300. While driving 15 MPH, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was towed to moore Chrysler Jeep in peoria, arizona 85382, where it was diagnosed that a plug became detached from the front ABS, which caused all of the brake fluid to leak out of the vehicle. The hydraulic pump was replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chrysler 300. While driving 70 MPH, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated and the vehicle lost traction control and cruise control ability. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 36,900. Updated 06/15/16

Airbag recall not done no parts [redacted] my teen drives the car. And brakes did lock up two different times making horrible sound only low miles on car have brakes fixed repeatedly.

Vehicle was parked;vehicle would not shift from park,immediately after driving.vehicle towed to hendrick Chrysler for repair.vehicle was recalled,feb.2007 ref.#f50. I purchased same from listed dealer,10-12-2007 and vehicle was not serviced reference the noted recall before selling to me(months later);I was never advised of same recall.my vehicle meets all criteria for recall,I.e.,time of manufacture,VIN. Number specifications,plus, same symptoms noted in recall matches my breakdown symptoms(plus the un-reprogrammed computer factors into the breakdown.I have documentation of same).I called Chrysler today for repair reimbursement costs and a [redacted], HID behind the"typical" Chrysler response to this issue that I have read in numerous reviews on-line about this problem,being:"your VIN. …

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