Research

2020 Chrysler 3 SeriesRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 10 owner complaints for the 2020 Chrysler 3 Series. Most complaints involve air bags (4) and power train (1). NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

Combined MPG
—
No EPA rating found
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Mar 2024
Owner complaints
10
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
—
No EPA estimate
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Air bags: side

Free remedy

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.

Air bagsReported Mar 14, 2024NHTSA 24V198000

Visibility: windshield

Free remedy

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

VisibilityReported Jul 8, 2021NHTSA 21V516000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 27, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

10 complaints filed with NHTSA · Sep 2021 – Aug 2025
  1. Air bags4
  2. Power train1
  3. Forward collision avoidance1
  4. Visibility/wiper1
  5. Other / unknown4

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each 3 Series model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
1999351
2000249
200199
200296
200333
200471
20061,750
2007624
2008758
200995
2010137
2011200
2012426
2013306
2014237
201599
201676
201782
2018153
201961
202010
202120
20225
20236
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
3
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 27, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Air bags

4 reports2 crashes
“The contact owns a 2020 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the contact later discovered that the front passenger’s side curtain air bag had erroneously deployed. The contact stated that there was no collision or visible damage to the vehicle to cause the air bag to deploy. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 72,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 19, 2024Air bagsODI 11631614

Power train

1 report
“On March 1 2022 at 23,800 miles on odometer driving around curve the transmission shifter knob at console made grinding sound (like trying to change gears on moving cog). I noticed this on other curves and laid hand on knob and it was vibrating like trying to go in reverse/park? I parked car and got appointment with Don Franklin Chrysler Somerset, KY Where I purchased new one year ago. I left car with service department with verbal description and written description written on card and taped to passenger seat for technican that I thought car was trying to shift to park while traveling 50mph 04-27-2022. On 04-28-2022 I picked up car and was told fixed noise it was altenator. I drove out of parking lot and heard same noise as before, I took back and got service writter in car he observed noise and he said it will have to be checked by technician, I told him the miles had not changed 23,844 NOT TEST DROVE YET! he advided the car has computer saftey device that does not let it go to park when over 10mph go ahead and drive. I made appiontment for repair 6 weeks later (as soon as he could) also stating parts are sometimes months away. I had never used the auto park…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 22, 2022Power trainODI 11465608

Forward collision avoidance

1 report
“I purchased this Chrysler 300 new Nov. 2020 with 6 miles on it, This has been one of the best new cars I've purchased. March 1 2022 At 23,800 miles. I was traveling on KY70 around a sharp curve within advised speed, The car made a loud grinding noise at the gear shift knob under my right arm, The car seemed to be trying to shift gears My hands were on steering wheel and both myself and passenger had our seat belts on with doors closed properly. I drove the car home 8 miles with it grinding at every curve. I called my local dealer and made appointment for repair, Due to car shortage Don Franklin motors 1147 S HWY 27 Somerset, KY service told me that due to work load I would need to bring car in April 27, 2022 at 1030 hrs. I parked car and on 04 27 2022 Turned car over to Franklins service for repair. Mileage on car was 23844. Franklins called me later in day and said they ordered a alternator for it due the noise was from bad bearing. I Stopped by April 28th at 1500hrs and car was ready. I asked about gear knob grinding and was told it was Ok, noise was alternator. I drove away and noticed noise turning out of parking lot. I checked mileage and car still had…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 1, 2022Forward collision avoidanceODI 11462957
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 27, 2026
04 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Chrysler 300 4 DR AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
11.3%
Overall
4 / 5
Chrysler 300 4 DR RWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
11.3%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 27, 2026Vehicle 14269Vehicle 14230
05 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
07 —FAQ

2020 3 Series questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Chrysler 3 Series have?

2 safety recalls as of Oct 27, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2020 Chrysler 3 Series problems?

Owners filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (4), power train (1), forward collision avoidance (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

How safe is the 2020 Chrysler 3 Series?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2020 Chrysler 3 Series 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 27, 2026