Chrysler 300M --> Buy or Avoid?
 

Anything in particular to watch out for in a 300M?

I love the looks, but I want to make sure there's no major problems.

I too enjoy the looks of the 300M a lot better then the new 300C brick cell phone look. :smilie_d0

Electrical problem: The interior lights may not work (or may stay on) and/or the overhead courtesy lights may flicker due to damaged wiring near the trunk light or bad terminal in the courtesy-light connector. (1999)

Keyless entry: The range of the optional automatic garage door opener is poor. A replacement antenna is available. (2000)

Steering noise: Pinhole leaks in the rubber bellows of the steering gear may cause a rattle from the front end. (1999-2000)

Steering problems: Loose or sloppy steering feel may be due to bad inner tie-rod bushings. (1999-2001)

Vehicle noise: Front end makes a squeaking noise when going over speed bumps, etc. due to problem with MacPherson struts' striker caps.

NHTSA Recall History


1998-02 300M/LHS: Some vehicles may have faulty seat recliner bolts, allowing the seat to unexpectedly recline. Dealer will inspect and replace affected parts.

1999 LHS: Front seatbelt retractor on certain vehicles does not work properly.

1999-00: Inadequately manufactured seatbelt shoulder height-adjustable turning loop top mounting bolt may not withstand sufficient force to function properly in certain impacts.

2000 300M: Passenger-airbag inflator assembly in small number of cars contains incorrect inflator charge amount, which could increase risk of passenger injury under certain crash conditions.

2000: Manufacturing molding error can prevent operation of G-lock and tilt lock functions on some driver-side seatbelt retractors.

2000-01: In the event of a crash, there is a potential for injury if the occupant's head were to contact the B-pillar. Owners will be sent a storage-bin accessory unit that can be attached to the B-pillar along with installation instructions.

2000-01: Some owner's manuals are missing full instructions for properly attaching a child-restraint system's tether strap.

2003: An inadequately manufactured hood latch component may cause hood to open without warning. Dealer will inspect and replace affected parts.

get the 300C, look nicer