Complaints
122
Crashes
5
Fires
4
Injuries
5
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2001 Chrysler 300M Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#112 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:98,272 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#211 complaints
Steering:Rack And Pinion
Avg mileage:53,698 mi
#38 complaints
Automatic Transmission
Avg mileage:67,029 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Chrysler 300M.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 12 | 1 | 1 | 98,272 mi | |
| Steering:Rack And Pinion | 11 | — | — | 53,698 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 8 | — | — | 67,029 mi | |
| Airbags | 6 | — | — | 83,200 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 6 | — | 1 | 57,000 mi | |
| Other Equipment | 5 | — | — | 79,900 mi | |
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 5 | — | — | 81,258 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Rack And Pinion:Rack | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — |
Steering Defects
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
98,272
Steering:Rack And Pinion
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
53,698
Automatic Transmission
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
67,029
Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
83,200
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
57,000
Other Equipment
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
79,900
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
81,258
Air Bags:Frontal
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Rack And Pinion:Rack
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2001 Chrysler 300M — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2001 Chrysler 300M reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2001 Chrysler 300M has 122 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 12 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 Chrysler 300M?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (12 complaints, avg 98,272 mi); Steering:Rack And Pinion (11 complaints, avg 53,698 mi); Automatic Transmission (8 complaints, avg 67,029 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2001 Chrysler 300M?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 74,588 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 Chrysler 300M?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 Chrysler 300M include 5 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2001 Chrysler 300M have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2001 Chrysler 300M as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2001 Chrysler 300M?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chrysler 300M reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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