11 problems related to front suspension have been reported for the 2005 Chrysler 300. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Chrysler 300 based on all problems reported for the 2005 300.
Tie rod ends went out at 35,000 miles and again before 60,000 miles. Two sets, one under warranty one not. Having electrical problems with driver window, estimate over $400 - replaced tires before 60,000 - I "baby" this car and it still is not holding up! won't buy another Chrysler - ever.
: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle pulls to the right. The dealer could not determine the cause of the problem. Updated 8/14/2006 -.
: the contact stated that the vehicle pulls to the right. There were no warnings prior to the failure. The failure occurs under all road conditions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for front end alignments but the problem persists. The manufacturer was contacted on 07/19/06 and a complaint was filed. Updated 8/14/ 2006 -.
The alignment was off on this vehicle and caused excessive wear to the tires. This occurred on all tires, however, the driver's left front tire was showing the wear indicators. The vehicle had only 16,000 miles on it, and was driven on highway roads. Called dealer, who said it was not their problem, it was the tires and not covered brand on the car. No repairs or corrections have been made. Consumer took to a tire shop dealer who noted this was not a tire problem but an issue with the alignment. This is still a problem at this time. Consumer felt this was a problem with the alignment as well. No noticeable pulling or steering on the vehicle with the alignment only the wear on the tires. This tires were the original equipment on the vehicle, but consumer believed this was again a problem with alignment.
The car never seems to hold an alignment. It gives the feeling that it wants to drift over the road (beyond the geometry of the road. ) and sometimes suspension shudders over transition joints in roads.
Car was purchased new Aug. 2004, and has been pulling to the right and riding like a small pickup truck[ rough ] ever since and has been to the dealer on numerous occasions. Has been aligned 3times, once by a non Chrysler shop it has been checked by a mfg. Area distict serv. Mgr and a Chrysler engineer both would not acknowlege the problem fully tthis condition makes the car difficult to control and unsafe to operate in the rain and snow . Chrysler seems unwilling and/or unable to correct the problem . Are we to wait until someone gets hurt or killed in an accident because of these defects?.
Vehicle pulled to the right while driving at various speeds between 0-75 mph. Vehicle had been to the dealer on five separate occasions, and they made various repairs. But problem recurred. Vehicle had been to a repair shop on one occasion, and they were unable to locate the cause of the problem.
Vehicle pulled to the right while driving 30 mph or more. Vehicle had been to dealer on two separate occasions. Dealer informed consumer that was the normal characteristic of that vehicle. Vehicle was repaired.
The vehicle would pull to the right when driving (5-65 mph). The vehicle bounced and lost steering control when driving over bumps. Vehicle has been to the dealer on three separate occasions. Dealer had rotated the front tires and tightened the front suspension. Many consumers of the same vehicle have complained about there vehicles pulling to the right as you drive and brake.
Car has been out of alinement since day of purchase. Have had it worked on by dealer multiple times, by multiple dealers. Was told that was as good as it was going to get.
While driving at any speed vehicle had a tendency to pull severely to the right. Dealer examined the vehicle and informed the consumer that a kit was needed for the front suspension. Consumer found a technical service bulletin outlining the problem.