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2010 Chrysler 300 Engine problems

Owners have filed 20 complaints about the 2010 Chrysler 300's engine & cooling with NHTSA - 15% of all its complaints, most recently on January 12, 2026. They describe 1 crash, 2 fires and 0 injuries. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.

Complaints
20
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Engine complaints

Transmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & cooling

The vehicle was sold with an outdated battery and later experienced repeated breakdowns. During the first repair visit, the dealership replaced the battery and alternator but failed to identify the root cause of the problem. The vehicle was returned, but the next day it broke down again. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the wiring harness was severely burnt and melted, creating a significant safety hazard that could cause stalling, fire, or total electronic failure. The dealership later diagnosed a PCM...

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failure, which was not detected during the first repair visit. The wiring damage and PCM issue were not disclosed to the vehicle owner by the dealership, and there was no explanation provided for the cause. The problem has been confirmed by the dealership during the second visit, and photographs of the wiring damage are available. The electrical system and engine control were compromised, placing the driver and others at risk of sudden vehicle failure while driving.

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11710462
Transmission & drivetrainElectrical systemEngine & coolingCrash

On May 9th I went to pick up my check and I freaking ran over run over a big rock in the street and it it put like a little hole in my oil pan well this is my first car I've had already my second car I haven't had it for that long so what I did was I'm going to try to get home as the oil slowly leaking out but I was going to try to get home and I drive for like for like 3 minutes at like 20 at like 25 miles per hour 30 miles per hour and like probably like three or four minutes from that incident and I stopped...

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before that too to get the money and then I tried to raise home whatever I'm driving and in the key pops out the addition but it always pops out the ignition crazy and s*** but then the car just like like the lights just act like they they just died on me while I was driving he pops out the lights or whatever and then I stayed that day with my car that happened at 5:00 I was trying to patch up the oil coming out and it turned out to be 2:00 when I noticed it was 2:00 and the oil still coming out all this extra s*** I was probably 1:00 and I bought a oil I bought a one thing oil just to keep keep it in there and stuff cuz I thought I lightweight patched up and I end up getting it towed to my house and I'm the person I'm going to make sure it gets fixed before I drive this stuff is 138,000 Miles only had it for like 2 months now would be like three or four months but yeah and put the oil pan on and somebody stole my radio so I don't know they f***** up some stuff in there but I go to turn on like finally turning the car and stuff and then it is giving me a mobilizer warning it it dies out the battery when I was trying to do it excessively but it's like this stuff thing going on the key won't f****** stand in ignition you like pops out every time I turn it all the way over no matter what key it is only got two of the fob and the transponder the door maybe they've been broken into or something so it looks all sketchy can't put a key into the door and p0 513..

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11424261
Electrical systemWheels & tiresEngine & cooling

2 Issues: 1)while driving, vehicle frequently shows no air pressure in front driver side tire sensor, happens frequently 2) while starting, vehicle will start and run for approx 2-3 seconds then engine will shut off, issue 2 typically does not repeat after turning off vehicle then restarting. This issue occurred more often when starting vehicle after being briefly turned off

Filed Incident Electrical system · Wheels · EngineNHTSA 11373112
Electrical systemEngine & cooling

Low oil pressures lite comes on blinks goes out when you press down on the peddle to accelerate car replaced oil sending unit still does it has to be electrical problem car 10 years old

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11372792
Engine & cooling

Recall on airbag 01-13-2018 @ galeana, columbia sc. While there I had an oil change. After a few weeks, I notice ticking from engine. I checked the oil and it was a quart low, I topped it off with 1 qt. Another couple of weeks the ticking started again on 2-25-18 on way to church, it progressively worsen. I stopped and check the oil, it was nearly empty. I topped it off with a 5 qts of full synthetic. Drove slowly to church. After leaving church, the noise wosen. I had aaa tow it home. I had it towed to...

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gp autos where the diagnosis was the engine was done and needed replacement. I had it towed to dukes auto in lancaster sc where diagnosis was confirmed; the engine need to be replaced. No one can explained where the oil went. I've called galeana several times, talked to john, service supervisor. The maintenance light never came on, the oil gauge read normal. What's up with this disappearing oil. Now my engine is shot, estimates range from $3200-$8000. Has this occurred before? Am I the only one with this issue? Please help me. I pastor and teach high school math. Its a struggle help please. You can call thanks [[redacted]] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6).' *Pm

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11081747
Electrical systemEngine & cooling

Alternator failed, the vehicle stalled after two jumps

Filed Incident Electrical system · EngineNHTSA 11032965
Engine & cooling

On 1/12/2017 I took my chrysler 300 to moore chrysler because of a growling noise in the engine they said they didn't know what it was so they kept it two days called said it was done payed 1517.99 Dollars drove it home, pulled in the garage heard the same sound as when I took in the first time called them told me bring it back for another 1400.00 Dollars we'll look at it no way took to a man who builds engines for a living he took the oil cap off put his ear down to the engine and said your timing chain guides are...

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gone there rubbing metal to metal and if you don't get it fixed you will blow an engine. He said this is a safety issue because if you are driving on a freeway at 70mph and the engine blows you have no control of the vehicle so I may kill or hurt myself or those with me or cause an accident killing or hurting someone else. Chrysler has known about this since 2014 or earlier but they refuse to fix the problem on the 2.7 Engines how many people will have to die or be hurt before this problem is fixed? It cost me an other 1100.00 Dollar to have my car fixed but I know it's done right. I feel now I can take family and friends in my car and feel safe. Someone needs to tell chrysler corp. To get off some of the millions of dollars they get from customer who buy their cars and fix what needs to be fixed 1517.99 Dollars to chrysler walk around money but to a vietnam veteran on a fixed income it's a lot of money.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10980999
AirbagsEngine & cooling

No one is calling back with received parts for recalls I have 3

Filed Incident Air bags · EngineNHTSA 10935005
Engine & cooling

I own chrysler 300 2010 keep it well maintained. Past few weeks it has been running poorly hesitant to start. Though it may need new battery. 61000 Miles. Fri 11/4/2016 driving on interstate i-93 engine seized!!!!!! No warning. No oil light. No engine lights went on nothing. L almost got killed on highway!! Towed it to service station that was 200 miles away from home. Have extended warranty. Called chrysler and they said I have to tow it to dealership to determine if it is covered.... Here we go. There has been...

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at least 2800 complaints against chrysler engine failures due to oil sludge due to defective engines. There is a pending class action lawsuit vs chrysler 2.7 Lite v6 engine. Looks like I might have to head down that road. I cant afford a 6000.00 Repair!!!!

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10924606
Engine & cooling

2010 Chrysler 300. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle engine seized up. Consumer seeks full refund from manufacturer for vehicle /"lemon". *Smd

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10908973
Engine & cooling

While driving on my way to work I was pulling up to a stop sign before merging onto busy traffic on a main road when my car cut off. I tried starting it again but it would turn over but it would not stay running. After tow attempts I stopped trying turned on my hazards and signaled for the cars behind to try to go around (as this was not easy as I was blocking traffic). No warning lights were on, or came on previously, I maintained adequate 3000 mi oil changes, and maintenance. Meanwhile a police officer...

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helped me put the car in neutral and moved me out of the way of traffic and stayed near while I waited on the tow truck. I am grateful that my car did not stall out on the highway while I was transporting my child. The thought of my car suddenly stalling is frustrating and scary! With the mileage of my car, the engine should be the least of my worries.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10907301
Engine & cooling

Car shuts off while in motion this has occurred at least 6 times

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10785835
Engine & cooling

The car shuts off while driving. This has happened to me at least 5 times in the past month so far usually in the middle of a turn. I have to put the car in park and turn the key in order to start it up again. It starts up and I'm on my way again. The issue is there is no warning like the car slowing down or vibrating or a dashboard warning light before it shuts down. I'm afraid the driver behind me will run in to me because of this. I've had a diagnostic test done today and the repair shop could not tell me what is wrong because they see no history of any codes coming up. They would need to see it happen. That would be hard to do.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10762546
Acceleration & cruise controlEngine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chrysler 300. While driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle accelerated independently and the throttle warning light illuminated. The contact shut the vehicle off and restarted the vehicle, but it accelerated independently while in the park position. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

Filed Incident Vehicle speed control · EngineNHTSA 10734024
Driver assistanceEngine & coolingFire

On thanksgiving 2012 , I was coming back from out of town and driving on a highway when I looked in the rear view mirror and noticed a bit of smoke. I thought it was because the night was cold it appeared as if smoke was coming from the back of the car. However, after noticing that the smoke got a big bigger, I pulled off the side of the road. I opened the hood and there was fire coming from inside the hood where the engine was. I ordered my family including my 2 year old back out of the car as I thought it would...

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explode. We waited until the fire department arrived but by then the flames subsided. I waited about an hour and half in the cold for aaa to tow my car 154 miles. I still have the receipt for the tow up to this day. Took it to chrysler dealership and was told that they had no idea what caused the problem. Took it to aamco and they said a plug was missing and engine oil leaked out on the muffler and caused the fire. Next incident, car started stalling on me several times. Took it to a repair shop and was told the computer needed to be re-programmed (april 2013). A week after getting the computer fixed, the car started stalling again and this time I was told it was the alternator. Got that fixed and 3 months later, the car started stalling again. This time I was told it was because I needed a new battery. Got the battery put in and then in june of 2014, I was driving on a highway and the steering wheel locked on me and the car shut off. I smelled smoke like something was burning. After getting independent diagnosis from three different dealerships and automotive shops, it was determined that my engine completely failed. Got the engine rebuilt and as of saturday jan 24th, 2015, car started stalling again but this time, only when I come to a complete stop. Something is definitely wrong with this car! Help! *Tr

Filed Incident Electronic stability control (ESC) · EngineNHTSA 10679630
SteeringEngine & cooling

While driving at 35mph with the ac on the car shut down. I was able to coast to stop and re-start the car after a few minutes. Several days later the car shut down again at 40 miles per hour. With no power steering the car was difficult to get over to the side of the road. Car started again after several tries and I made it home. *Tr

Filed Incident Steering · EngineNHTSA 10596404
Engine & cooling

While driving on the expressway as well as on city streets the car is cutting off without any warning. *Tr

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10586973
Engine & cooling

One morning my husband was on his way to work around 6 am when suddenly the car shut off with no warning or indicator. The car was still under the manufacturer warranty so we had the car towed to the dealer where we purchased it (carmax). Upon further review we were told the engine blew due to sludge build up and they needed our maintenance receipts. Even after provided the documents for the last year they still refused to cover it under the warranty because chrysler doesn't cover sludge build up. We were advised...

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to research this problem by a shop that sells these 2.7 Liter engines because it was a common problem among these engines nation wide. Chrysler said they did not have enough complaints to issue a recall.Unfortunately they'll recognize this defect when there is a catastrophic pile up on the road and people lose their lives. This link is for a petition from people around the u.S with the same problems. Http://www.Petitiononline.Com/stop27/petition.Html. This is a facebook link to all the people in the u.S who also have the very same problem as well as very same/similar way it occurred with low mileage, no warning, have kept up with maintenance, told same thing by their dealership etc.Https://m.Facebook.Com/pages/chrysler-dodge-27l-engine-problems/158874744140697?Id=158874744140697&refsrc=https%3a%2f%2fwww.Facebook.Com%2fpages%2fchrysler-dodge-27l-engine-problems%2f158874744140697. The page is called " chrysler/dodge 2.7 Liter engine problem ". Please research this before there are any preventable deaths whom may very well include children. *Tr

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10565599
Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chrysler 300. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning. After some of the occurrences, the vehicle would not restart for approximately 15 to 20 minutes. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on several occasions, but they were unable to remedy the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000 and current mileage 42,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10415217
Engine & coolingFire

Rental car, started smoking while driving on the highway, pulled over, started to burn quickly. *Tr

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 10369183

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