Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2013 Chrysler 300 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The timing chain guides broke under 100,000 miles just look a recall notice given to many that the same motor and vehicle had the same year. Notice states q1 2013 with the 5.7 mds motor and this motor has all the labels amd original. Car almost cause a pile up on i-20
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Dodge charger. The contact stated that the alternator failed. While the driver drove the low battery warning light illuminated and a burning odor emitted from under the hood. The contact inspected the vehicle and replaced the engine oil and the engine operated as normal. However, a few weeks later while attempting to start the vehicle, a burning odor emitted again from under the hood. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the top to the alternator was burned. The vehicle was parked at the contact's home. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer for inspection. The manufacturer advised the contact that the parts were unavailable for repair. However, the contact was advised to replace the alternator and he will be reimbursed. The vehicle was not repaired. …
NHTSA recall number: 17v-435. For the past eight months I have tried to have this service recall taken care of. I have brought my car to my local dealership multiple times and was told that the parts have not shipped yet. I have made multiple documented phone calls to the recall Chrysler customer care handling the recall for me and failed to get the replacement part. Chrysler has been delaying the recall parts so that the vehicle warranties run out. On 4/11/2018 at 1 pm Chrysler alternator started smoking. All the units in the cars were fried. Would not shut off I had no control of anything. I also have a video of what happen and getting little help from Chrysler.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 300. While driving 20 MPH, the battery saver mode sensor warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. In addition, the contact noticed an abnormal odor and smoke from the engine. The vehicle was unable to restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where the cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 36,054.
At 7:30 pm on the fdr drive approaching exit 17 at about 45 MPH. My Chrysler 300 went completely dead while driving with my children in the car. No warning the car just came to abrupt stop sliding for about 10 feet before fully stopping. The engine went dead the light went off I couldn't steer nothing on the car works, never seen anything like that in my life. Thank god it was still bright out so I can and other driver was able to see me to avoid hitting the car otherwise we could of been dead or a very nasty accident. The nypd came ask what happen they said it's the alternator I used a jumper I had in the back to jump it it started I exit the highway it stop dead again no warning on 125 st. The officers activated the shift lock and help me push it to the side of the road. Where I paid $217 to have it towed to brooklyn. …
Same problem that occurs with known recall p60 - NHTSA campaign number: 14V634000; Chrysler 300 while I was driving my vehicle shut down completely in the middle of a heavily populated city 3 lane road while I was driving at an unknown speed (35-40 MPH) since my digital display screen and speedometer malfunctioned. While driving my car cut off completely with the only waring being "battery saver mode" that occurred less than 5 mins prior to my car shutting off. It appears the my alternator failed causing engine stall, thus increasing the risk of crash, since no warning is issued. Had it not been for the cop that pulled up behind me, I would have caused an accident on that street in which the police officer would have blamed me for. My car is currently at the dealership with a "alternator" repair. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 300. While driving 35 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road. The contact turned off the vehicle, attempted to restart it, but the engine failed to work. The vehicle was towed to car pros Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (585 rainier ave s, renton, wa 98057) where it was diagnosed that the alternator needed to be changed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted at [phone], but was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Driving on the highway at appx 30-40 MPH and car started smelling like burned plastic and smoke, started making a high pitched humming sound, the traction control light and the engine light and the ABS brake lights all came on as my car was slowing down, opened the hood and there was smoke coming from the engine, car would not turn back on, no electric worked, battery is destroyed, car VIN is not listed under the current recall even though I am finding the same complaint from others with my same car. Also, my car was just worked on there at the dealer last week for an electrical issue and the problem was not discovered at that time, dealer is not being very helpful, this is very dangerous to be in the car with my kids and my car starts smoking! - I have video of it happening from last night that will not upload here, please contact me! Very dangerous!
We were driving and suddenly ABS brake and alert light came on and we got msg on dash board that say service transmission ,shut off engine to engage park , we pulled out of traffic and stopped on the side of road and pushed the turn off button but the engine do not cut off and the gear will not dis engage from drive and nor shutt off , we were scared we dont know what to do as we cannot shut off the car and if we jump out of car the car is still running and in drive driving so we keep on pushing the power off and finally it turned off and we want to let you know that you look into it as it is very scary and fear full .we made a movie and posted on youtube as we cant sent it to you , the link is https://youtu.be/ltl81sladeo . The exact miles on vehicle is approx 30400 as vehicle is at home.
I received a safety recall notice in the mail in jan 2015 concerning the alternator. I have contacted the dealership 8 times over the course of the last year and they keep telling me I am on the list and they will get to me. We are now going on 14 months and no action. The dealership I have been calling is : nyle maxwell supercenter   address: 13401 ranch rd 620 n, austin, tx 78717 I have talked with troy at extension 8011 on this matter. I have kept a call log on all 8 of my inquiries over the course of said 14 months and the last call was on 11-21-15. Still no movement in getting this 'what seems to be serious' issue. Is this normal ' cheers~ [redacted] ' '
Engine complaints in other 300 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 2013 Chrysler 300?
NHTSA has 38 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2013 Chrysler 300, 12% of the model year's 306 complaints. The component named most often is exhaust system › emission control › catalytic convertor (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2013 Chrysler 300 engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling recall for the 2013 Chrysler 300, though it has 6 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 2013 Chrysler 300 engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 45,000 miles, and 19% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 4 fires and 0 injuries to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.