Is the 2013 Chrysler 300C reliable?

The 2013 Chrysler 300C has 44 complaints filed with NHTSA (2.6x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2013 Chrysler 300C?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (23 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (4 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (3 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2013 Chrysler 300C?

No recalls have been issued for the 2013 Chrysler 300C.

How much does it cost to insure a 2013 Chrysler 300C?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2013 Chrysler 300C is approximately $1,478/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2013 Chrysler 300C

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2013 Chrysler 300C has 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.6x the segment average of 17. The most common issue is electrical problems (52% of all complaints), specifically: i own a 2013 chrysler 300 c with the 5.7 hemi. i was pulling out my car of the garage to park it in front of my house, when i was pulling it out it began to make humming noises under the hood and the dash warning lights began to flash abs,battery saver ect.i looked under the hood and the alternator . ⚠️ 6 fire reports filed.

6 fire reports 3 crash reports 1 injury

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

2.6x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

23 complaints

52%

• I OWN A 2013 CHRYSLER 300 C WITH THE 5.7 HEMI. I WAS PULLING OUT MY CAR OF THE GARAGE TO PARK IT IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE, WHEN I WAS PULLING IT OUT IT BEGAN TO MAKE HUMMING NOISES UNDER THE HOOD AND THE DASH WARNING LIGHTS BEGAN TO FLASH ABS,BATTERY SAVER ECT.I LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE ALTERNATOR
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHRYSLER 300C. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND ALL THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL ODOR COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO WEAVER BROTHERS MOTORS (LOCATED AT 2035 S WHEELER ST, JA
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHRYSLER 300C. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT HAD TO CLIMB OUT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW TO EXIT THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE LOSS OF POWER PREVENTING THE DOORS FROM UNLOCKING. THERE WERE NO WARNING I

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 6 fire reports💥 1 crashes

“I OWN A 2013 CHRYSLER 300 C WITH THE 5.7 HEMI. I WAS PULLING OUT MY CAR OF THE GARAGE TO PARK IT IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE, WHEN I WAS PULLING IT OUT IT BEGAN TO MAKE HUMMING NOISES UNDER THE HOOD AND THE DASH WARNING LIGHTS BEGAN TO FLASH ABS,BATTERY SAVER ECT.I LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE ALTERNATOR ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2013 Chrysler 300C

Based on 31 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 67K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 67K mi · 15 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2013 Chrysler 300C

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,478

Full coverage / month

$123

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-12%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1478

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Chrysler New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Chrysler. If you're buying a used 2013 300C, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Chrysler dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 44 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: I OWN A 2013 CHRYSLER 300 C WITH THE 5.7 HEMI. I WAS PULLING OUT MY CAR OF THE GARAGE TO PARK IT IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE, WHEN I WAS PULLING IT OUT IT BEGAN TO MAKE HUMMING NOISES UNDER THE HOOD AND THE DASH WARNING LIGHTS BEGAN TO FLASH ABS,BATTERY SAVER ECT.I LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE ALTERNATOR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: ON MORE THAN 20 OCCASIONS, WHILE TRAVELING AT SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY 'SHUTS OFF'. EVERYTHING IS COMPLETELY OFF. ENGINE, POWERTRAIN, POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. SOMETIMES THERE'S A WARNING LIGHT THAT FLASHES AFTER THE SHUT DOWN THAT LOOKS LIKE A REDDISH ORANGE SIDEWAYS
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: I JUST WANT YOU ALL KNOW THAT MY 2013 CHRYSLER 300 "ALTERNATOR" WAS BURNED IN THE SIDE STREET. WHY IS MY VEHICLE IS NOT COVERED MY THE ALTERNATOR RECALL THIS VERY DANGEROUS THAT CAN CAUSE A DEADLY ACCIDENT TO MY FAMILY. PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT THIS PART RECALL.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE 11 MONTHS AGO AND 6 MONTHS INTO THE CAR THE FRONT SUSPENSION STARTED TO SHAKE REAL BAD, THEN A FEW MOTHS PAST THAT, THE TORQUE CONVERTER WENT OUT AND WAS REPLACED. KNOW THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WENT OUT.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)