10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
34,135 miles

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2002 Chrysler 300M electrical problems

electrical problem

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2002 Chrysler 300M Owner Comments

problem #9

Nov 012021

300M

  • miles

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

The horn does not work which in the state of New Hampshire is a safety inspection item, and the dashboard lights work intermittently (not working more often than working) rendering the gauges unreadable at night. Not sure the exact date of the horn failure, but the steering wheel cruise control and audio controls stopped working, and I checked some forums that confirmed said failure might also disable the horn, and that is what happened. The problem occurs even when parked.

- Hudson, NH, USA

problem #8

May 162015

300M

  • miles
The contact owns a 2002 Chrysler 300M. The contact stated that the vehicle shifted down into a lower gear several times without warning and then the vehicle stalled repeatedly. The contact had to constantly pull the vehicle over, turn off the vehicle, and reset the computer in the vehicle to prevent the failure. The contact indicated that the failure became progressively worse. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for further inspection. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

- Jackson, KY, USA

problem #7

Aug 052014

300M 6-cyl

  • 38,000 miles
Headlights blink on there own.

- Williamsport, PA, USA

problem #6

Aug 162010

300M 6-cyl

  • 109,000 miles

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

My speedometer cluster and heater A/C air conditioner climate temperature control lights quit working.I feel this is a hazard to driving, when you can not see how fast you going at night.I called Chrysler headquarters and they said there is nothing they can do.I am not the only car like this, there is other cars around the same year with the same problem.I think this should be checked into.

- Northwood, ND, USA

problem #5

Jul 022006

300M 6-cyl

  • 50,000 miles
The engine light comes on and the mechanic would put the car on the machine but he could not find out what was wrong. The radio was the first to go out. There has been several times when the alarm system came on while I was in the house and there was no one near my car. Three years ago, the speedometer was not working one day while I was driving, but it started back working. Now there is something running my battery down over night. The alternator is alright and I replaced the battery. The tire pressure display is not working.

- Madisonville, KY, USA

problem #4

Jul 222010

300M

  • 48,000 miles
The contact owns 2002 Chrysler 300M. While the vehicle was parked the contact stated that the headlights would turn on and off on without assistance. The radio, cruise control and traction control also turned on and off as well. The tire pressure light illuminated on the dashboard but the tire pressure was checked and there was not a problem. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technicians were able to duplicate the failure but could not diagnose the failure since it was electrical. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000.

- Stanwood, MI, USA

problem #3

Jun 102006

300M

  • 35,000 miles

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

Electrical issue started about six months after purchasing my 2002 Chrysler 300M. The lights would spontaneously flicker for no reason while driving. This happened while driving at night, luckily lights came back on. Battery drains out every 3-6 months. At the time of purchase the car was still under warranty- the dealer claimed they were unable to fix a problem if it wasn't occurring at their shop; alternator checked and was working. The battery issue has not been resolved. A year ago the problem with the 3rd gear began. I was driving with my children when the car seemed to have down shifted, it felt heavy. The car has also turned off while driving one time. Input/output speed sensors replaced, transmission oil changed, ground wire checked.

- La Puente, CA, USA

problem #2

Jun 142004

300M 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 21,725 miles
At fault accident. Area of impact was front driver side. Failure of airbag to deploy caused serious bruising to my chest, arms and lower abdoment. Vehicle was totalled by insurance company.

- Santa Clarita, CA, USA

problem #1

Feb 032003

300M 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 5,488 miles
Originally the dash on the car would flicker on and off. For the last 16 months the number 7 fuse blows and takes out the dash and the tail lights. If you are driving at night it becomes a very dangerous situation. The dealers have looked at this problem a dozen times or more and it has yet to be resolved.

- Murrieta, CA, USA

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