2012 Chrysler 300 Problems: 16 Issues Every Owner Should Know
2012 model year · 25,020+ owner reports · Updated April 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 25,020+ owner reports, the 2012 Chrysler 300 has 16 documented known issues, with 9 rated critical. The most serious are TIPM Electrical Failures ($200-$1,200 repair), HEMI 5.7L MDS Lifter and Camshaft Failure ($2,000-$6,000 repair), Fuel Pump Relay Failure (TIPM-Related) ($200-$1,200 repair), Alternator Failure (Multiple Recalls) ($0-$800 repair), Water Pump Failure and Cooling Leaks ($500-$900 repair), ABS Module Internal Failure ($300-$1,200 repair), Pentastar Cylinder Head Failure ($2,500-$4,500 repair), Starter Motor Failure ($300-$700 repair) and Monostable Shifter Rollaway Warning ($0-$0 repair). The most commonly reported issue is TIPM Electrical Failures with 3,200 owner reports. Across all issues, repair costs range from $0 to $6,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.