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Chrysler 300 Safety
NHTSA safety across every Chrysler 300 model year we cover.
Across the 5 model years of the Chrysler 300 we cover (2019 to 2023), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2023 at 85 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2019 at 80. 9 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Chrysler 300 is a full-size rear-wheel-drive sedan that has long carved out a niche as an affordable American alternative to European sport sedans. Covering model years 2019 through 2023, this boldly styled four-door targets buyers who want imposing road presence, a roomy cabin, and V6 or V8 power without a luxury-brand price tag. It competes in a shrinking but loyal segment of large, performance-flavored sedans.
The 2023 Chrysler 300 achieves a 5 out of 5 star rating in side-impact protection, a standout performance for the large rear-wheel-drive sedan. Its overall NHTSA Safety Index reaches 85 out of 100 in 2023, placing it in the Strong safety band. Frontal crash-test results for the 300 are rated at 4 out of 5 stars, as is its rollover resistance. The 4 out of 5 star rollover rating is typical for a low-slung sedan. Across the 2019 to 2023 model years, the 300 accumulated 9 recalls. Prospective owners should confirm the recall status of any specific vehicle under consideration. Owner complaints filed with NHTSA total 99 for these model years. These include 11 alleged crash-related incidents, 8 reported injuries, and 1 fire claim. No fatalities are reported within this complaint data. The 300 is a competent safety performer, with notable strength in side-impact protection. Its recall and complaint figures warrant attention from buyers.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the Chrysler 300 for its distinctive styling, strong V8 performance options, and spacious, upscale-feeling interior that punches above its price point. Most note that the platform is aging and that the technology and driver-assistance suite lag behind more modern competitors, making it a characterful but somewhat dated choice in its segment.
- The 2023 model year earns the best NHTSA Safety Index in the covered range at 85 out of 100, so if safety performance is a priority, later model years in this window are the stronger choice.
- Side-impact crash protection is the 300's clearest safety strength, scoring a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, while frontal and rollover scores each land at 4 out of 5 across the best-tested years.
- Nine recalls were issued across the 2019 to 2023 model years. Always run a specific vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's recall database before purchase to confirm no open recalls remain unresolved.
- Owner complaints include 8 reported injuries and 11 alleged crash-related incidents across the covered years. These are unverified allegations, but prospective buyers should review the complaint details on NHTSA's site for any patterns relevant to their target model year.
Most-recalled year on record: 2022 Chrysler 300 with 2 recalls.