Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 Chrysler 300. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Side Curtain Air Bag Inflators May Rupture
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
- Consequence
- An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.
Inadequate Windshield Bonding/FMVSS 212
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
- Consequence
- A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y47.
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Owner complaints (20)
20 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 8 | 40% |
| Engine | 4 | 20% |
| Seat belts | 3 | 15% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 15% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 10% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | 5% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 5% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 5% |
| Structure | 1 | 5% |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 5% |
How 2021 compares with other 300 years
Best and worst 300 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 236 | 7 |
| 2015 | 98 | 4 |
| 2016 | 76 | 2 |
| 2017 | 82 | 2 |
| 2018 | 153 | 4 |
| 2019 | 60 | 2 |
| 2020 | 10 | 2 |
| 2021 | 20 | 2 |
| 2022 | 5 | 2 |
| 2023 | 6 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2021 Chrysler 300 4 dr awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 23 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 389 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 23 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 30 / 23 | $2,900 | 389 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | $3,200 | 415 |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 25 / 19 | $4,000 | 466 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2021 300 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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2021 Chrysler 300 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2021 Chrysler 300 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 24V198000 (air bag), 21V516000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2021 Chrysler 300 problems?
Owners filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (8), Engine (4), Seat belts (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2021 Chrysler 300 get?
EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 19 city, 30 highway and 23 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2021 Chrysler 300 get?
NHTSA rated the 2021 Chrysler 300 4 dr awd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (11.3% rollover risk).
How does the 2021 300 compare with other years?
Among the 2014–2021 Chrysler 300 model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (10) and the 2014 the most (236). The 2021 drew 20. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.