Does the 2008 Chrysler 300C have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Chrysler 300C, the most recent reported on May 26, 2015 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler 300C?

Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (16 complaints), followed by air bags (7).

How many 2008 Chrysler 300C complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 30 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2008 Chrysler 300C recalls and problems

1 recall and 30 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Chrysler 300C.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2008 Chrysler 300C recalls

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 15V313000 · reported May 26, 2015 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 4,077,169 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
The risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system16
Air bags7
Engine5
Fuel/propulsion system4
Unknown or other2
Power train1
Steering1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

May 27, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system
Engine stall immediately following fuel tank fill up. Chrysler refuses x53 lifetime extended warranty. Service bulletin 14-002-14 Applies to 2005-2006. I own 2008. Identical car. Identical problem. Happens every time fuel is filled.

Jan 23, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system
There is a fuel smell in the car, for the first 1/4 tank of gas. The smell is really bad in the back seat. After the car is under 1/2 tank the fuel odor begins to subside. Passengers in car begin to have headaches and upset stomachs. After veiwing other chrysler forum's - I believe this to be common with this style of…

Jan 13, 2025 · Electrical system · 160,000 miles
The contact’s friend owns a 2008 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that while his friend was starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal burning odor entering the vehicle through the vents. The contact was informed that there was an unknown warning illuminated. The contact’s friend was no longer able to start the…

Apr 17, 2023 · Electrical system · 186,145 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The contact stated that an independent mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure; however, the…

Jun 19, 2021 · Engine
While stopped at a stop light, one of the radiator cooling fans (plastic) disintegrated, severely damaging the radiator beyond repair. Engine coolant was quickly lost. We pulled off to the side of the road. We had to replace the cooling fans and radiator.

300C model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2005	2	288	8	2
2006	1	698	8	3
2007	1	112	4	3
2008	1	30	0	0
2009	1	11	1	1
2010	1	10	0	0
2011	0	25	0	2

Across all years, the 2006 300C has the most complaints (698). All Chrysler 300C years →

Questions

Does the 2008 Chrysler 300C have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Chrysler 300C, the most recent reported on May 26, 2015 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chrysler 300C?: Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (16 complaints), followed by air bags (7).
How many 2008 Chrysler 300C complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 30 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 27, 2025.