2014 Chrysler 300 Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 87 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Chrysler 300, 37% of its 236 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 23,231 miles. Four related recalls cover alternator, powertrain software, and electrical issues, including campaign 14V634000.
- Electrical System complaints
- 87
- 37% of 236
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 23,231 mi
- Related recalls
- 4
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Owners report a burning electrical odor while driving, sometimes recurring even after a recall notice was issued.
- Some describe sudden loss of engine power at speed along with smoke smell inside the cabin, later towed for inspection.
- Several owners say headlights and brake lights became inoperable while driving at low speed, with the issue recurring.
- A number of complaints describe waiting for alternator replacement parts under campaign 14V634000 to become available.
- Owners also report remote start failing to engage randomly, with the dashboard showing the remote start system disabled.
- Some describe the vehicle failing to start along with the check engine light coming on and dashboard lights illuminating while parked.
When 2014 Chrysler 300 electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Jul 10, 2014, latest May 23, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2014 Chrysler 300
- NHTSA 18V332000May 17, 2018Electrical System4,815,661 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
- NHTSA 17V741000Nov 21, 2017Electrical System17,116 vehicles
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014 Dodge Challenger, Charger, Durango, Chrysler 300, and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T75.
- NHTSA 17V435000Jul 10, 2017Electrical System442,214 vehicles
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.
- NHTSA 14V634000Oct 8, 2014Electrical System435,081 vehicles
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.
Electrical System complaints by 300 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical system complaints does the 2014 Chrysler 300 have?
- NHTSA lists 87 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Chrysler 300, making up 37% of the 236 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2014 Chrysler 300?
- Yes. NHTSA lists four related recalls, including campaign 14V634000 for alternator failure, 17V435000 for alternator inspection/replacement, 17V741000 for a 160-amp alternator issue, and 18V332000 for a software flash.
- At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2014 Chrysler 300?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Electrical System complaints on the 2014 Chrysler 300 is 23,231 miles.
- Were there any crashes or fires linked to electrical complaints on the 2014 Chrysler 300?
- NHTSA records show 2 crashes, 2 fires, and 1 injury among the Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Chrysler 300.