NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Chrysler 300 Safety Ratings
The 2020 Chrysler 300 scores 81 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 2 recalls, and 10 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD presents as a strong safety contender, earning a NHTSA Safety Index of 81 out of 100. This places the vehicle in the Strong band, reflecting a solid performance in crash testing despite limited advanced crash-avoidance technology. Its overall federal safety assessment is credible.
The 2020 Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD received a 4-out-of-5-star overall crash-test rating and a 5-star side-crash rating from NHTSA, with a NHTSA Safety Index of 81/100 derived entirely from NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 105 Sedans from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Chrysler 300 ranks 79 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 81 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 11.3% |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 10 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 79 of 105 Sedans tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Chrysler 300?
The 2020 Chrysler 300 AWD sedan posts a Safety Index of 81/100, a one-point gain over the 2019 model's 80/100, both sitting in the Strong band. That incremental improvement reflects a stable platform rather than a dramatic redesign year. The index breakdown tells a precise story: crash protection contributes a robust 61 out of 70 points, anchored by that 5-star side rating and consistent 4-star scores elsewhere. Where this model year gives back ground is in crash-avoidance technology, which contributes only 4.5 out of a possible 10 points. Forward collision warning is available only as an option, and lane departure warning is absent entirely, a configuration that stands out as a meaningful gap relative to contemporaries that were standardizing such systems by 2020. The defect record component adds 15.25 out of 20, reflecting two recall campaigns that touch airbag inflators and windshield integrity. For a model year now six years old, those open-remedy questions deserve direct attention from any prospective buyer.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Chrysler 300 perform in crash tests?
While the 2020 Chrysler 300 achieved a 4 out of 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, its side-impact protection stands out with a 5-star rating. Both frontal crash protection and rollover resistance were assessed at 4 stars. The vehicle's rollover risk is 11 percent, with the dynamic tip test recording "No Tip."
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14269
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Chrysler 300 have any recalls?
Two recall campaigns cover this model year. The first targets side curtain airbag inflators across certain 2018-2021 Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles, a component-level safety concern worth verifying by VIN. The second addresses a windshield manufacturing defect affecting 2020-2021 Challenger, Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. Neither has been designated a do-not-drive campaign, but both warrant remedy confirmation before purchase.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR24V198000
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 19B.
Reported 2024-03-14
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD21V516000
Risk: A windshield that separates from the vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y47.
Reported 2021-07-08
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Chrysler 300?
Ten owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Unknown Or Other and Air Bags, each cited four times, followed by Power Train, Forward Collision Avoidance, and Visibility/Wiper. All are unverified consumer allegations and have not been established as defects.
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Chrysler 300?
The 2020 Chrysler 300 carries an open recall for the curtain airbag inflator, as well as a separate recall addressing the windshield. The airbag inflator recall, in particular, should be verified as remedied before purchase.
- The 2020 model year carries two active recall campaigns, one covering side curtain airbag inflators shared with 2018-2021 Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles, and one covering a windshield manufacturing defect on 2020-2021 LX-platform models. VIN-level remedy verification is essential.
- Side-crash protection earned a perfect 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA, the single highest-scoring dimension in the 2020 model year's crash-test profile, while frontal and rollover protection each landed at 4 stars.
- Crash-avoidance technology scored only 4.5 out of 10 in the Safety Index breakdown because forward collision warning was optional rather than standard and lane departure warning was not offered, a configuration specific to this model year's trim and equipment structure.
- Ten unverified owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year, with Air Bags appearing as a top alleged concern alongside Unknown Or Other, a pattern that aligns with the open curtain airbag inflator recall and warrants close attention.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Chrysler 300 places
The 2020 Chrysler 300 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Chrysler 300 safety questions
Was the 2020 Chrysler 300 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Chrysler 300, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 81 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2020 Chrysler 300 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Chrysler 300 earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 11.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2020 Chrysler 300 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Chrysler 300. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Chrysler 300?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 10 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Chrysler 300. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other 300 years
Rivals in Sedan (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Acura RLX | 99/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2020 Acura RLX Sport | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2020 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Infiniti Q50 | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Mazda Mazda3 | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Nissan Maxima | 98/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14269), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chrysler 300 2020.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 79 of 105 in the Sedan class for 2020.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.