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2008 CHRYSLER 300 Safety Overview

The 2008 CHRYSLER 300 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 3 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module
  • Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
  • Electrical system:ignition

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as these vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for CHRYSLER 300 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2008 CHRYSLER 300 16V352000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 truck...

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 16V352000: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/24/2016
2008 CHRYSLER 300 15V313000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge R...

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 15V313000: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/27/2015
2008 CHRYSLER 300 14V567000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufact...

If the ignition stays between "START" and "ON" positions it could cause loss of certain electrical functions. If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the "OFF" or "ACCESSORY" position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 14V567000: If the ignition stays between "START" and "ON" positions it could cause... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/17/2014

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.