1999 Chrysler 300M vs 1999 Toyota Avalon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Chrysler 300M | 1999 Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 351 | 92 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 151 | 78 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 32 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 69,373 mi | 53,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 300M | Toyota Avalon |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 51 | 22 |
| Structure | 49 | 3 |
| Steering | 48 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 33 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | 20 |
| Power Train | 32 | 4 |
| Suspension | 21 | 14 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 20 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 27 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 9 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
1999 Chrysler 300M
1999 Toyota Avalon
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.