Most common 2013 Chrysler 300C problems
Share of the 35 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chrysler 300C complaints by model year
Best 300C years: 2010, 2009, 2016. Years to avoid: 2006, 2005, 2007, 2013. Compare all years →
What 2013 Chrysler 300C owners say
Electrical system all 23 →
My wife was coming home from work and she said the radio turned off on its own and wouldn't go back on. Then she said she began to smell a "burning smell" of like plastic or brakes. She then said that the car began to smoke from under the hood, luckily my wife works 5 miles away from home. I told her to immediately turn the car off to prevent anything else from happening. I could still smell the burning of what I later found out was the alternator. I went on the internet to check for recalls and was surprised to find out that there was but only on the v6 engine models but apparently with the same exact issues. I discovered in another website that there is many complaints on my same car model from other owners as well. Our car only has 49K miles and did not cost us cheap at 45,000. Chrysler out to be ashamed for not posting these serious electrical complaints. …
Car lost all power while driving. Stuck in the middle of an intersection.everything was locked up. Stranded for 2 hours waiting for aaa. I know there is a recall on the alternator. We took the car to oliver c joseph Chrysler in belleville, il. They say - they don't have the parts. They can order the partsbut we will have to pay for the repair and wait to get reimbursed by Chrysler. At least $850 in repairs. I can't pay $850! Why should I have to if this is a recall. The dealer confirms this was an alternator fire. I need Chrysler to fix my car.
Engine & cooling
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that the plastic handle on the oil dipstick fractured. Additionally, part of the dipstick was stuck in the tube. The contact was unable to check the oil level. The contact was concerned about a possible fire. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 28,412.
On more than 20 occasions, while traveling at speeds in excess of 60 MPH, the vehicle abruptly 'shuts off'. Everything is completely off. Engine, powertrain, power steering and power brakes. Sometimes there's a warning light that flashes after the shut down that looks like a reddish orange sideways z lighting bolt. The check engine goes on sometimes and other times it does not. When it goes on it sometimes stays on and sometimes it disappears. I've had 2 Chrysler dealers and 1 independent mechanic run diagnostics and no one can pinpoint the problem. So far, I've replaced the throttle body, hanged the transmission fluid and pan, and had the fuel system cleaned. I'm being told that 'maybe' it's the fuel pump or the power train control module. The [redacted] has only occurred at highway speeds so far. Thankfully, I've been able to pull off on the shoulder every time. …
Transmission & drivetrain
On more than 20 occasions, while traveling at speeds in excess of 60 MPH, the vehicle abruptly 'shuts off'. Everything is completely off. Engine, powertrain, power steering and power brakes. Sometimes there's a warning light that flashes after the shut down that looks like a reddish orange sideways z lighting bolt. The check engine goes on sometimes and other times it does not. When it goes on it sometimes stays on and sometimes it disappears. I've had 2 Chrysler dealers and 1 independent mechanic run diagnostics and no one can pinpoint the problem. So far, I've replaced the throttle body, hanged the transmission fluid and pan, and had the fuel system cleaned. I'm being told that 'maybe' it's the fuel pump or the power train control module. The [redacted] has only occurred at highway speeds so far. Thankfully, I've been able to pull off on the shoulder every time. …
Purchase this vehicle 11 months ago and 6 months into the car the front suspension started to shake real bad, then a few moths past that, the torque converter went out and was replaced. Know the electrical system went out.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Chrysler 300C a good car?
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 300C rates avoid: 2.1× as many complaints as a typical year of the 300C at the same age. It is one of the 300C years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Chrysler 300C?
The electrical system — 23 complaints, 66% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (4) and transmission & drivetrain (3).
How many recalls does the 2013 Chrysler 300C have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Chrysler 300C. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chrysler 300C?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2010, 2009 and 2016. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2006, 2005, 2007 and 2013. See the full Chrysler 300C years comparison.
At what mileage do 2013 Chrysler 300C problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 70,000 miles; 28% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 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.