10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
28,500 miles

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2001 Chrysler 300M electrical problems

electrical problem

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2001 Chrysler 300M Owner Comments

problem #6

Mar 012017

300M

  • 82,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2001 Chrysler 300M. During inclement weather, the vehicle stalled. The contact had to shift the vehicle into neutral while depressing the accelerator pedal and turn the engine off in order to restart the vehicle. The contact also stated that the air conditioner and heating failed to fully function and the interior lighting would randomly remain illuminated when the vehicle was off and the key was removed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to provide a specific diagnosis, but indicated that the failure may be electrical. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000.

- Kenosha, WA, USA

problem #5

Aug 082013

300M

  • miles
TL-the contact owns a 2001 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph, she noticed flames and smoke emitted from underneath the hood. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. The driver exited the vehicle immediately without sustaining any injury. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The cause of failure had not been determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The failure mileage and VIN were unavailable.

- Riverside, CA, USA

problem #4

Dec 012006

300M

  • miles
2001 Chrysler 300 M had a crack in the vinyl of the vehicle's dashboard directly over the passenger side air bag. The dealer told the consumer it was a cosmetic problem, which her warranty did not cover. The consumer was informed that it could be repaired, but more than likely, it would crack again due to the vibration generated by the normal use of the vehicle. The consumer stated the vehicle also has an electrical problem. This involves the flashing on and off of the digital display on the radio when the lights are on. The display goes dim and then becomes bright.

- Yardville, NJ, USA

problem #3

Jan 162004

300M 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 85,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While driving the torque converter failed. As the consumer accelerated, the vehicle stalled in traffic. The consumer had to place the gear in park and shift back to drive to make the vehicle proceed. The consumer was almost rear ended. The clutch on the torque converter failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the engine light. The consumer was told that the electrical surges caused the light to come on. This seemed to be a common problem.

- Bellflower, CA, USA

problem #2

Jan 012001

300M

  • 4,000 miles
The vehicle lights illuminated on their own even when the engine was not on and the key was not in the ignition. The dealer is aware and they are replacing some type of box.

- Los Angelos, CA, USA

problem #1

Sep 012002

300M

  • miles
While traveling on the highway the vehicle light will shut off and the vehicle will shut down. Please provide additional information. Dealer is aware of the problem.

- Pollock Pines, CA, USA

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