One problem related to engine belts and pulleys has been reported for the 2008 Chrysler 300. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Chrysler 300 based on all problems reported for the 2008 300.
15 seconds after starting the car at 7h45 am the engine stopped with a big metallic noise. Called Chrysler assistance and 20 minutes after the towing are here and another 20 minutes late, the car arrives at the dealer garage. They called me afternoon and told me that the problem was the water pump blocked and causing the timing belt problem. They repalced the water pump and timing belt the same day under warranty.