Does the 2012 Chrysler 300 have any recalls?

The 2012 Chrysler 300 has 6 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

How many complaints have been filed for the 2012 Chrysler 300?

620 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Chrysler 300.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 Chrysler 300?

There are 261 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Chrysler 300.

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2012 Chrysler 300 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.

What’s included

Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

SS Sport Utility 4-Door
B Sport Utility 4-Door
Base Sport Utility 4-Door
LS Sport Utility 4-Door
A Sport Utility 4-Door
LT Sport Utility 4-Door
Base Sedan 4-Door
C Luxury Sedan 4-Door
SRT8 Sedan 4-Door
C Sedan 4-Door
Limited Sedan 4-Door
S Sedan 4-Door
C Lujo Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

6.0L 5967CC 364Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
4.2L 256Cu. In. l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
5.3L 5328CC 325Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
3.6L 3604CC 220Cu. In. V6 FLEX DOHC Naturally Aspirated
3.6L 3604CC 220Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
5.7L 345Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
5.7L 345Cu. In. V8 FLEX OHV Naturally Aspirated
6.4L 6424CC 392Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2012 Chrysler 300 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V24000025/04/2016Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles

Consequence

Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehi

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software to mitigate the risk of ve

NHTSA #16V35200024/05/2016Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain mode

Consequence

These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger fronta

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will no

NHTSA #17V43500010/07/2017Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have el

Consequence

If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. The

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part numbe

NHTSA #12V00400006/01/2012Component: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 DODGE CHARGER SRT8 AND THE CHRYSLER 300 SRT8 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 2, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 17, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMEN

Consequence

UNDERINFLATED TIRES CAN RESULT IN TIRE OVERLOADING AND OVERHEATING, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A BLOWOUT AN

Remedy

CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE VEHICLES TPMS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PER

NHTSA #13V11800003/04/2013Component: AIR BAGS

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured April 11, 2011, through December 14, 2011. The affected

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment the airbags may not operate as designed, inc

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both driver and passenger seat airbag wiring h

NHTSA #12V19700002/05/2012Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 300 AND DODGE CHARGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY LOSE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUNCTION DUE TO AN OVERHEATED POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.

Consequence

THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL RELOCATE THE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUSE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE

TSB #11032867

Customer Satisfaction Notification 34D - Healthy Airbag Inflator Collection - Dealer Notification (Revision 1)

TSB #11031695

Customer Satisfaction Notification 34D - Healthy Airbag Inflator Collection - Dealer Notification

TSB #11030138

The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV, 8HP75-LCV, 8HP90, 8HP95. Transmissions may exhibit the following dia

TSB #11025727

PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE

TSB #11025724

PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE

TSB #11014849

AIR BAG - SIDE CURTAIN

TSB #10248509

Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing t

TSB #10248517

LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.

Showing the 8 most recent of 261 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20170410Component: STRUCTURE:BODYCrash reportedFire reported

THE CAR LOST POWER AND STALLED. CRASH CAUSED BUY FAULTY ALTENATOR AND LEAD POSITIVE POWER WIRE

20170410Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)Crash reportedFire reported

THE CAR LOST POWER AND STALLED. CRASH CAUSED BUY FAULTY ALTENATOR AND LEAD POSITIVE POWER WIRE

20170410Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCrash reportedFire reported

THE CAR LOST POWER AND STALLED. CRASH CAUSED BUY FAULTY ALTENATOR AND LEAD POSITIVE POWER WIRE

20260319Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

I was involved in a hit and run on March 2,2026 and the airbags did not deploy at all. My car was taken to ray lathem dealership when there was a recall pertaining to the airbags back in 2019. I was t

20190627Component: STRUCTURE:BODYCrash reported2 injured

ON MAY 31, 2019 I WAS PARKING MY 2012 CHRYSLER 300 IN FRONT OF A CONVENIENCE STORE.. AS I WAS ABOUT TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK IT CAR ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND ENTERED THE STORE THROUGH THE PLATE GLASS

Showing the 5 most serious of 620 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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