2013 Chrysler 300 vs 2013 Dodge Charger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 306 | 358 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 316 | 259 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 20 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 43,000 mi | 59,100 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 300 | Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 131 | 166 |
| Power Train | 58 | 48 |
| Engine | 36 | 50 |
| Air Bags | 32 | 40 |
| Steering | 13 | 30 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 24 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 17 | 18 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 30 | 54 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 11 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 9 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 12 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 7 |
2013 Chrysler 300
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.