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.
2000 Chrysler 300M recalls
Seats: front assembly, recliner
NHTSA campaign 03V035000 · reported February 5, 2003 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 1,066,000 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain passenger vehicles, seat back recliner bolt breakage can occur resulting in the seat back reclining unexpectedly.
- The risk
- If the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the recliner bolts. Owner notification began on april 23, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Structure: frame and members
NHTSA campaign 01V273000 · reported August 2, 2001 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 282,470 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles (non-sunroof only) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the b-pillar.
- The fix
- Owners will be sent a storage bin accessory unit that can be attached to the b-pillar along with installation instructions. However, if an owner wishes, the dealer can perform the installation. Owner notification began december 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Child seat
NHTSA campaign 00V366000 · reported November 9, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 1,211,756 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
- The fix
- Owners will be provided with an addendum to the owner's manuals.
Seat belts: front, retractor
NHTSA campaign 00V033000 · reported February 4, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 7,580 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The molding flash on the primary lever may prevent the operation of the g-lock and tilt lock functions on some of the driver's side retractors.
- The risk
- If this occurs in a frontal crash situation, driver protection from the seat belt may be reduced, increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the left front retractor assemblies.
Seat belts
NHTSA campaign 00V034000 · reported February 4, 2000 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 204,000 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The seat belt shoulder height adjustable turning loop (atl) top mounting bolt was inadequately manufactured.
- The risk
- The affected mounting bolts may not withstand sufficient force to function properly in certain impact situations, increasing the risk of injury to a belted occupant.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the shoulder belt height adjuster mounting bolts.
Air bags: frontal
NHTSA campaign 99V343000 · reported December 2, 1999 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 350 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Vehicle description: passenger and sport utility vehicles. The passenger air bag inflator assembly contains an incorrect inflator charge amount.
- The risk
- This condition could increase the risk of a passenger occupant injury under certain accident conditions.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the air bag module with a correct module.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Apr 26, 2023 · Structure · 40,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chrysler 300M. The contact stated that the lift support struts of the hood and the trunk had failed, causing the trunk and the hood to close on her head when raised. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage…
Aug 30, 2019 · Fuel/propulsion system · 169,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER 300M. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED A STRONG FUEL ODOR OUTSIDE AND INSIDE THE VEHICLE. ALSO, THE MISFIRE FUEL INJECTION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SAHARA CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM (LOCATED AT 5050 W SAHARA AVE #3400, LAS VEGAS, NV 89146…
May 21, 2018 · Tires · 180,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHRYSLER 300M EQUIPPED WITH TOYO PROXES T1R TIRES (NA), SIZE: 245/45ZR16 94W (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TREAD WAS SEPARATING FROM ALL FOUR TIRES AND THERE WERE CRACKS IN EACH TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT TIRE STORE, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURES COULD NOT BE…
Sep 27, 2017 · Air bags · 252,424 miles
THE AIR BAG LIGHT FLASH ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING
Sep 16, 2016 · Engine
TAKATA RECALL THE KEY IGNITION KEPT GETTING STUCK UNTIL THE KEY BROKE OFF IN THE IGNITION. THE SEATBELTS GETS STUCK SOMETIMES WHEN I PUT SON THE CAR AND THEY DONT COME OUT ALL THE WAY. ALSO HAVING PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE WATER PUMP WENT OUT ON THE FREEWAY,TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AFTER THE WATER PUMP.WHITE SMOKE…
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 26, 2023.