YearToAvoid

2010 Chrysler 300 Electrical System Problems

Owners filed 27 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Chrysler 300, 22% of all complaints for the year, including 3 fires and 3 crashes. A related recall (10V200000) covers the wireless ignition node module. Median mileage at failure was 74,976.

Electrical System complaints
27
22% of 123
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
3
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
74,976 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

  • Vehicle loses power or stalls suddenly while driving at low speed, sometimes followed by smoke or fire from the trunk or dashboard.
  • Smoke enters the cabin through the vents and flames emerge from the dash area shortly after startup, even after disconnecting the battery.
  • Engine fails to start or stalls intermittently, with dealers unable to diagnose the cause.
  • Ignition switch failures cause the engine to shut down while driving and create difficulty restarting, requiring switch replacement.
  • Owners report waiting for recall parts related to the wireless ignition node module that were unavailable at the dealer for extended periods.

When 2010 Chrysler 300 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 15, 2010, latest Feb 8, 2023.

2010 Chrysler 300 electrical system complaints: complaints filed per month3Sep 2010Sep 2013Sep 2015Feb 2016Aug 2017Jan 2019Jul 2021
27 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2010 to Feb 2023; peak Oct 2015 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2010 Chrysler 300

  1. NHTSA 10V200000May 11, 2010Electrical System37,335 vehicles

    Electrical system:ignition:module

    Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2010 chrysler 300, dodge challenger, charger, jeep commander, grand cherokee and dodge ram vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with a wireless ignition node (win) module exhibiting a binding condition of the solenoid latch.

    Risk: The result of the defect could lead to a condition where the key may be removed from the ignition switch (win module) prior to placing the shifter in park. This could result in the potential for unintended vehicle movement and could increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the win module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before august 23, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Electrical System complaints by 300 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 2005122 (15%)
  2. 2006104 (10%)
  3. 200759 (12%)
  4. 2008503 (70%)
  5. 200925 (30%)
  6. 201027 (22%)
  7. 2011123 (62%)
  8. 2012221 (52%)
  9. 2013144 (47%)
  10. 201487 (37%)
  11. 201519 (19%)
  12. 201617 (22%)
  13. 201732 (39%)
  14. 201873 (48%)
  15. 201921 (35%)
  16. 20200 (0%)
  17. 20211 (5%)
  18. 20221 (20%)
  19. 20230 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2010 Chrysler 300 have?
NHTSA lists 27 Electrical System complaints for the 2010 Chrysler 300, which is 22% of the 123 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Chrysler 300 electrical system?
Yes. Recall 10V200000, reported May 11, 2010, covers a wireless ignition node (WIN) module and Chrysler dealers replace the module free of charge.
Did the electrical problems cause fires or crashes?
NHTSA data shows 3 fires and 3 crashes among the complaints filed for the 2010 Chrysler 300's electrical system.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically occur?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 74,976 miles.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.