Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2013 Chrysler 300C owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 300c. While driving 35 MPH, a burning odor was detected and all the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. Also, the vehicle stalled and was unable to be restarted. Franklin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (1124 murfreesboro rd, franklin, tn 37064, [phone]) was called and referred the contact to Chrysler's customer care. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.
I was in a car accident in July . My car was towed to Chrysler in alex va my car was diagnosed correctly the car stalled was smoking steering brakes air bag all were issues. Dealer had my car 7/29-9/6.my car steering wheel was tight driving I report it to the dealer verbally by email with no response. Two weeks after receiving my car back it safe battery mode light came on and broke down I received a jump start twice to restart my car. I slowly drove of apply little pressure to the brakes the safe battery mode light light came on brake ABS light emergency brake light engine light other warning lights I had to controll the steering will trying to apply brakes to drive with was difficult while the dash is blanking orange and on and off. I stop the car had it towed to Chrysler dealership to learn when calling a 1800 number my car was on a recall list for alternator. …
My car caught on fire while driving home. Prior to this incident, three days before fire happened my car kept overheating, but if I was on the freeway car wouldn't overheat. Got home and car would not shut off. My son ran over to the car and told me to disconnect battery cables cuz car was on fire and wouldn't shut off. Son opened the hood and saw the fire. He couldn't put it out. Then it just went out by itself. After examining the engine compartment found that the TIPM was on fire. Opened TIPM fuse box and several relays were melted. Called dealership and they advised calling corporate. I called corporate and it took over a month for them to respond. First they said they were sending out an investigator that never showed up. After 4 phone calls they called me back and stated they wouldn't fix my car. It would cost me to repair the car. My car was on fire while I was driving it. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 300c. The contact stated that the vehicle was not operable when shifted into the start position. The contact stated that the failure occurred on numerous occasions for over a year. The vehicle was taken to indian trail Chrysler Jeep Dodge (5501 w hwy, monroe, nc) where it was diagnosed that the battery was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system). 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 same dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts would not be available until January or February of 2018. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 18,644. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 300c. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V435000 (electrical system); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount time for the recall repair. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the battery safe mode caused the battery to die and the vehicle to stall. The contact had the vehicle towed to heritage Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram parkville (9219 hardford road, baltimore, md 21234; [phone]) where it was diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired at the expense of the contact because there was no remedy available under the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case regarding the reimbursement for the alternator replacement. The case number was unknown. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 300c. The contact stated that the heating and air conditioning were malfunctioning and a knocking noise was heard. The failures constantly drained the battery. Mark's casa Chrysler Jeep (9733 coors blvd nw, albuquerque, nm 87114, [phone]) replaced the OEM HVAC re-circulation actuator, but the failure continued less than two years later. The contact felt that the manufacturer had not developed a remedy since the same OEM part was being used to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to melloy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (357 emilio lopez rd, los lunas, nm 87031, [phone]) where it was diagnosed that the HVAC re-circulation actuator needed to be replaced again. The manufacturer was notified and provided a case number. The approximate failure mileage was 52,687.
I purchased a Chrysler 300c few years ago. Was informed of a recall for alternator by mail. The alternator was not available for several months. The alternator goes out few months later causing car to blink all sensors and power goes away. Took it in still no recall part available. Dealership puts in same alternator to get me by. Months later same issue occurs. They replace again with recall part. Car still blinking n now stuck in first gear something it wasn't doing when brought in. I believe the alternator is the cause of other components faling..now they want to charge me for those parts. I'm furious because car is now worse than before . I believe this issue should have been resolved and fixed at no charge under recall. Please help me with this problem I avoided due to unavailable recall parts
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 300c. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost power without warning. The contact had to climb out of the front passenger side window to exit the vehicle due to the loss of power preventing the doors from unlocking. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to palmer Dodge (located at 11460 alpharetta hwy roswell, ga 37706 [phone]) where it was diagnosed that the battery was drained and the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. No further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 71,000.
Electrical complaints in other 300C years
Frequently asked questions
How common are electrical problems on the 2013 Chrysler 300C?
NHTSA has 23 complaints about the electrical system of the 2013 Chrysler 300C, 66% of the model year's 35 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2013 Chrysler 300C electrical problems?
No. NHTSA lists no electrical system recall for the 2013 Chrysler 300C. 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 300C electrical problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 67,000 miles, and 13% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 6 fires and 0 injuries to electrical system 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.