2012 CHRYSLER 300 Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2012 Chrysler 300 has 6 recalls, the most serious involving the front passenger airbag inflator, which can explode during deployment and send metal fragments into the cabin, potentially causing serious injury. A second airbag concern involves the seat-mounted side airbags, where wiring connections may not be properly secured, causing the airbags to fail during a crash without warning the driver until the airbag warning light illuminates. On the electrical side, an overheating power distribution center can knock out the anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control, reducing the driver's ability to maintain control in an emergency stop or sudden maneuver. Two related recalls address the transmission: the gear selector can be left in a position other than Park while appearing to be parked, and the shift indicators may not clearly signal this to the driver, meaning the vehicle can roll away when the driver exits. Finally, on SRT8 trim vehicles, the tire pressure monitoring system may not alert the driver when a tire drops to a dangerously low pressure, which can lead to overheating and a blowout.