Chrysler Srt8 problems
The Chrysler 300 is a full-size car manufactured and marketed by Stellantis North America and its predecessor companies as a four-door sedan and station wagon in its first generation (model years 2005–2010) and solely as a four-door sedan in its second generation (model years 2011–2023).
The second generation 300 was marketed as the Chrysler 300C in the United Kingdom and Ireland and as the Lancia Thema in the remainder of Europe.
Background
The Chrysler 300 continues a tradition of large front engine, rear-wheel drive V8-powered luxury sedans the company has offered, starting in the 1940s with the Chrysler Saratoga and Chrysler New Yorker, followed by the Chrysler Windsor, Chrysler Newport and the Chrysler Cordoba, with the last rear wheel drive sedan, the Chrysler Fifth Avenue that ended production in 1989.
When the company began operations in 1925, the Chrysler Six was entered as a roadster in the 1925 24 Hours of Le Mans where it finished the race, and in 1926, the Chrysler Imperial started the tradition of luxury and performance products. Starting in 1955, the Imperial became its own luxury brand and offered the Imperial Newport along with the Imperial Crown. The original Chrysler FirePower Hemi engine powered the Cunningham C-5R, a special racecar, and finished the 1952 Le Mans, 1953 Le Mans, and 1954 Le Mans endurance races, as well as the 1953 12 Hours of Sebring.
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Common Chrysler Srt8 problems
The Chrysler SRT8, particularly the 2012 model, is generally considered a reliable vehicle with a few common issues that owners have reported. This issue was limited but could cause safety concerns for drivers.
Another common problem is a noisy steering column when turning at low speeds, which can be resolved by lubricating the bearing.
Electrical problems have also been reported, such as headlights popping and low tire sensors all going off, which can lead to the infotainment system freezing and the car being stuck in limp mode.
Maintenance items, such as failed water pumps and dead alternators, are also common issues that owners have reported. These problems are not unique to the Chrysler SRT8 and are to be expected with any vehicle of this age.
Other issues that may arise due to the age of the vehicle include engine or transmission problems, rust or damaged metal, brake line and fluid line leaks, dead or damaged wires, and blown fuses. These issues are not specific to the Chrysler SRT8 but are common problems that can arise with any vehicle of this age.
In summary, while the Chrysler SRT8 is generally considered a reliable vehicle, there are a few common issues that owners have reported, including problems with the power distribution center, noisy steering columns, infotainment screen blackouts, electrical problems, and maintenance items. Additionally, issues related to the age of the vehicle, such as engine or transmission problems, rust or damaged metal, brake line and fluid line leaks, dead or damaged wires, and blown fuses, may also arise.
How long do SRT8 engines last?
Leave the engine stock, maintain it with frequent oil changes, don't beat on it, and your engine should last 150,000++ miles. Upgrade heads, cam, intake, throttlebody, CAI, headers, catback exhaust, and good tuning will get you 450-500 rwhp.
Is Chrysler SRT8 a good car?
Fortunately, even the harshest impacts don't elicit quivers from the unyielding unibody. The strong structure imparts the SRT8 with a feeling of refinement and serenity that rivals that of sedans from das Vaterland. The brakes are also up there with the finest from the autobahn nation.
How long does a Chrysler 300 SRT8 last?
In general, the Chrysler 300 is known to surpass the 100,000-mile mark. Some owners have even reported their vehicles reaching up to 200,000 miles without significant repair needs – this is especially true for the early LX or the later LD platforms.
Is the 2012 Chrysler SRT8 reliable?
There aren't any serious red flags when it comes to the 2012 Chrysler 300 SRT8. In fact, this is generally considered a pretty reliable vehicle, with one large exception: Certain trim levels had a malfunctioning power distribution center that could lead to loss of the ABS functionality. However, this was limited.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Chrysler Srt8 years
We have researched Chrysler problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Chrysler Srt8 cars and compiled the top 1 most problematic Chrysler Srt8 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Chrysler Srt8 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Chrysler Srt8 years
We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:
Chrysler Srt8 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Chrysler Srt8 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Power train problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Chrysler Srt8 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
The NHTSA has received 5 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Chrysler Srt8 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Chrysler Srt8 vehicles.
List of Chrysler Srt8 complaints
Chrysler Srt8 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-31
- Date Complaint: 2017-09-18
- VIN: 2C3KA73W06H
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE VEHICLE STALLS AND CUTS OFF SEVERAL TIMES AFTER REFUELING. THIS ONLY OCCURS WHEN THE GAS TANK IS COMPLETELY FULL WITH FUEL AND LAST FOR 10 TO 15 MINUTES IMMEDIATELY AFTER FILLING THE TANK. THE VEHICLE WILL CUT OFF WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, DRIVE THRU, ETC., DURING THE SAME PERIOD OF TIME.
Chrysler Srt8 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-22
- Date Complaint: 2016-08-03
- VIN: 2C3LA73WX6H
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: THE CAR RANDOMLY DIES AT AN IDLE, LOW SPEEDS SHIFTING GEARS, [INCLUDING REVERSE] AS WELL AS DURING SPEED ACCELERATION. IF YOU PUNCH THE GAS PEDAL WHILE MOVING IT WILL START BACK UP AND CONTINUE ON. IF YOU ARE AT A STOP YOU HAVE TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL OR PARK TO USE THE KEY TO RESTART. IT DIES AT THE MOST IN CONVENIENT TIMES, AT STOP SIGNS, TRAFFIC LIGHTS, TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT. THERE IS NO PATTERN. ONE DAY IT WILL STALL OUT 2 TIMES THROUGHOUT DRIVING AND OTHER DAYS IT WILL STALL 50+ TIMES. I WAS REARENDED AT A STOP LIGHT BECAUSE MY CAR STALLED AND THE DRIVER SAW THE GREEN LIGHT AND WENT, NEGLECTING THAT I WAS AT A STOP IN FRONT OF THEM. LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALERSHIPTELLS ME THERE IS NO SURE FIX BUT WANTS TO REPLACE EVERY COMPUTER AND MODULE ON MY CAR. ALSO STATING IT MIGHT NOT EVEN BE ANY OF THOSE COMPONENTS. I CANNOT AFFORD THAT OUTRAGEOUS BILL! AND THEY WON'T TAKE IT AS A TRADE IN. I'M STUCK PAYING ALOT OF MONEY FOR A USELESS SAFETY HAZARD.
Chrysler Srt8 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2013-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2015-09-28
- VIN: 2C3LA73W96H
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE CAR IS RANDOMLY BUCKING, JERKING AND STALLING. I'M GETTING RIDICULOUS ERROR MESSAGES ALL AT THE SAME TIME INCLUDING U0100 (LOST COMMUNICATION WITH THE ECM/PCM), C121C (TORQUE REQUEST DENIED), U140E (IMPLAUSIBLE VEHICLE CONFIGURATION), C2202 (ORIGINAL VIN MISSING/MISMATCH), P0700 (TCM MALFUNCTION), U0164 (LOST COMMUNICATION WITH HEATING, VENTING AND COOLING), AND U110B (LOST ENGINE COOLANT MESSAGE). ALL OF THESE ERROR MESSAGES CAME UP AT THE SAME TIME AFTER THE CAR JERKED, BUCKED AND THEN STALLED. THIS HAPPENS ALMOST EVERY WEEK. THIS IS NOT RELATED TO THE STALLING DUE TO THE FAULTY GAS TANK. I HAD MY FUEL TANK REPLACED ALREADY UNDER THAT EXTENDED LIFETIME WARRANTY. THIS SEEMS TO BE A SHORT CIRCUIT SOMEWHERE. MY BEST GUESS IS A BAD GROUND OR SPLICE POINT WHERE WATER MIGHT BE SHORTING THINGS OUT. MANY PEOPLE ARE HAVING THESE SAME PROBLEMS AND GETTING RIPPED OFF BY DEALERS WHO DON'T KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. THE DEALER WILL CLAIM TO HAVE FIXED IT (AFTER CHANGING A PART OR TWO) BECAUSE THE CAR WILL WORK AT THAT EXACT MOMENT. A DAY OR TWO LATER, THE SAME NONSENSE ENSUES. THIS NEEDS TO STOP. THE CAR IS USELESS. I CAN'T DRIVE SAFELY MORE THAN A COUPLE OF MILES FROM MY HOUSE. CAN YOU IMAGINE THAT? A CAR WITH A LIMITED RANGE OF JUST A FEW MILES?! PLEASE HELP!!!!
Chrysler Srt8 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-06
- Date Complaint: 2015-04-14
- VIN: 2C3LA73WX6H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION SHIFTER GOES IN PARK AND DOES NOT WANT TO MOVE. THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START WHILE IN PARK. *TR
Chrysler Srt8 2006
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2015-02-15
- VIN: 2C3KA73W36H
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: IN THE MORNING WHEN YOU GO TO START THE CAR TO WARM UP IT DOESN'T EVEN STAY RUNNING FOR A MINUTE AND THE CAR IDOLS FOR LESS THEN A MINUTE AND THE RPMS START DROPING AND JUST DIES OTHER TIMES I COULD BE DRIVING AND THE CAR JUST DIES AFTER LIKE 5 SECONDS OF STANDING BY IT JUST DIES A TITLE AND SOMETIMES WHEN I REVERSE R GOING 4 MILES PER HOUR IT'LL DIE IN REVERSE EVEN ON THE ELECTRONIC SHIFTER....AT THIS POINT CAR CAN'T BE DRIVEN BECAUSE SHUTS OFF AT LIGHT AND INTERSECTIONS
Recalls Chrysler Srt8
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the Chrysler Srt8.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Chrysler Srt8 2006
- Report Received Date: 2015-05-27
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The recall for Mitsubishi started on June 24, 2015. Chrysler and Dodge owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Mitsubishi owners may call 1-888-648-7820. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety. Vehicles that have had their driver side frontal air bag replaced previously need to have their air bag replaced under this recall as well.
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