1999 Chrysler 300M problems & reliability
351 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1999 Chrysler 300M, alongside 3 safety recall campaigns. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
14 complaints report injuries (19 injured, 1 deaths reported).
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags → | 51 | 15% |
| Structure → | 49 | 14% |
| Steering → | 48 | 14% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 33 | 9% |
| Power Train → | 32 | 9% |
| Wheels → | 22 | 6% |
| Suspension → | 21 | 6% |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic → | 20 | 6% |
| Tires → | 20 | 6% |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 19 | 5% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
Mileage when problems occurred
Half of the failures with a reported odometer reading occurred by 69,373 miles (middle 50% between 50,000 and 99,827 miles), based on 167 complaints that included mileage.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler 300m. The contact stated that her step-father was driving the vehicle and the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle coasted off of the roadway. The contact waited and restarted the vehicle before driving to the destination. The vehicle occurred several times and was towed to…”
Engine · filed Sep 24, 2020
“I am not sure who manufactured the airbags in 1999 chrysler 300s, but I am wondering what would cause an airbag to have a hole in it and where the hole is, it was frayed, my daughter was the passenger when they were hit on the front passenger quarter panel and passenger door, the airbag deployed but had a big hole in…”
Air Bags · filed Nov 18, 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler 300m. The contact stated that the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard multiple times when depressed. The vehicle was unable to be driven due to the failure randomly occurring and was towed to a repair shop. The mechanic indicated that the vehicle needed to be taken to a dealer…”
Service Brakes · filed Jun 28, 2016
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- AUTO TRANS IGNITION-PARK INTERLOCK
Engineering Analysis EA03011 · opened Jul 17, 2003 · closed Jan 30, 2004 · led to recall 04V021000
- THROTTLE CONTROL FAILURE
Preliminary Evaluation PE03010 · opened Feb 27, 2003 · closed Sep 2, 2003
Technical service bulletins
151 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Chrysler 300M. The 10 most recent:
This SKU is a Engine Heater Hose Assembly. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the hose bending geometry. If the hose is not formed properly, it will interfere with surrounding…
RFI20210322_626- · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 22, 2021
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not…
9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2020
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery…
08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 22, 2020
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-003-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-006-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
The 1999 Chrysler 300M has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns — recall repairs are free at franchised dealers regardless of the vehicle’s age.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 1999 Chrysler 300M?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
- · Check for unrepaired recalls by VIN on NHTSA’s official lookup — recall repairs are free.
- · Owners most often reported problems around 69,373 miles — budget accordingly if the car is approaching that mileage.