Is the 2005 Chrysler 300 a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B4.5/10
The Chrysler 300 from 2005 is a stylish and comfortable vehicle, but be prepared for potential reliability and maintenance challenges.
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Pros
- Spacious interior
- Bold styling
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- High maintenance costs
- Poor fuel economy
- Potential reliability issues
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
17 mpg
Maintenance cost
$2,500/yr
Expected lifespan
180,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Transmission problems
- Electrical issues
- Suspension components wear prematurely
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (7)
The 2005 Chrysler 300 has 7 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Seat Belts — Rear/Other (campaign 04V333000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Power Train — Automatic Transmission — ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 42RLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE CUP PLUG THAT RETAINS THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT MAY BE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. IF THE SHAFT MOVES OUT OF POS…
- Seat Belts — Front — ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT SHOULDER BELT ADJUSTABLE TURNING LOOP (ATL) BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TIGHTENED.…
- Electrical System — 12v/24v/48v Battery — Cables — ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BATTERY CABLE FASTENERS AT THE BULKHEAD STUD MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TIGHTENED.…
- Seat Belts — Rear/Other — ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A SPOT WELDING OPERATION FOR THE REAR FLOORPAN REINFORCEMENT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PERFORMED.…
Real owner data from the CarsJudge fleet
1 2005 Chrysler 300 owner tracks this exact car in CarsJudge.
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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