How common are brake complaints on the 2011 Chrysler 300?

NHTSA lists 27 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Chrysler 300, which is 14% of the 200 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Chrysler 300 brake problems?

No related recall is listed for this brake complaint area in NHTSA data, though some sample complaints reference an unrelated electrical system recall (campaign 14V634000).

At what mileage do these brake issues typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this brake complaint area is 61,200 miles.

Did the brake problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported among the 2011 Chrysler 300 brake complaints.

How does 2011 compare to other 300 model years for brake complaints?

The 2011 300's brake complaints made up 14% of that year's total, higher than most other years except 2012 (12%), 2022 (20%), and 2023 (50%), though those later years had far fewer total complaints.

2011 Chrysler 300 Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 27 brake complaints for the 2011 Chrysler 300, 14% of its 200 total complaints that year. No related recall covers this brake issue. Median mileage at failure is 61,200, with 0 crashes, fires, or injuries reported.

Brakes complaints: 27; 14% of 200
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 61,200 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report ABS and electronic stability control warning lights illuminating while driving around 30-40 mph, sometimes with a loss of braking response.
Several complaints describe a 'battery saving mode' message appearing before brakes, power steering, and other electrical systems shut down together while underway.
Some owners report abnormal grinding or whining noises from the brakes, in one case accompanied by a burning smell.
One owner described the brake pedal failing to stop the vehicle smoothly on a downhill grade, with an unusual noise from the brakes.
One complaint mentions rotors needing replacement due to severe rust, tied to a failed alternator.

When 2011 Chrysler 300 brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 26, 2012, latest Apr 16, 2024.

27 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2012 to Apr 2024; peak Nov 2015 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 Chrysler 300

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by 300 model year

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

20107 (6%)
201127 (14%)
201251 (12%)
201330 (10%)
201421 (9%)
201511 (11%)
20165 (7%)
20175 (6%)
20183 (2%)
20193 (5%)
20200 (0%)
20211 (5%)
20221 (20%)
20233 (50%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are brake complaints on the 2011 Chrysler 300?: NHTSA lists 27 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Chrysler 300, which is 14% of the 200 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Chrysler 300 brake problems?: No related recall is listed for this brake complaint area in NHTSA data, though some sample complaints reference an unrelated electrical system recall (campaign 14V634000).
At what mileage do these brake issues typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this brake complaint area is 61,200 miles.
Did the brake problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported among the 2011 Chrysler 300 brake complaints.
How does 2011 compare to other 300 model years for brake complaints?: The 2011 300's brake complaints made up 14% of that year's total, higher than most other years except 2012 (12%), 2022 (20%), and 2023 (50%), though those later years had far fewer total complaints.