Ignition Switch problems of the 2008 Chrysler 300 - part 2

44 problems related to ignition switch have 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.

36 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 04/05/2014

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times and the failure was getting progressively worse. The contact had to make several attempts to restart the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 14v567000 (electrical system) and stated that the parts were not available for several months. The dealer did not give a specific date when the parts would become available for months. The manufacturer was also contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the contacts vehicle would receive the recall repairs. The contact was continuing to experience a failure with the ignition switch. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Dyd.

37 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 02/07/2014

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact stated when he placed the ignition switch in the "off" position the vehicle kept running. The contact stated he played with the ignition switch until the vehicle shut off. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number:14v567000(electrical system) and believed the failure was related to the recall. The contact adhered to the recall but the problem has recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000. Lb.

38 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2014

Ignition switch issue is still not resolved. I called Chrysler and they told me that there is no eta on when they are going to receive the parts to get my vehicle fixed. I have recently had issues with my car not starting at all in addition to the ignition switch sticking. I took it to the local shop and they fixed the ignition relay. After that, I received the ignition recall from Chrysler. Chrysler is refusing to reimburse me for the ignition relay as they indicated that, at this time, they cannot confirm that it is part of the recall (relay failed due to corrosion) as the representative was not sure what would need to be fixed in the recall ?????? Chrysler has also refused to provide me anything in writing of their denial of reimbursement for the corroded ignition relay. The representative would only give me her first name, jasmine, and no other assistance. She assured me that they would notify me when the ignition switch comes in and Chrysler has a record of my call and claim. This is not very comforting knowing that I am driving with a safety recall and ongoing issues; no estimation on when the parts are going to be ready; let alone when it will be fixed. Bad part in my car and dealing with a company that will not even give the courtesy of providing some type of documentation! I am required to rely on them to have a record of my individual issue when they cannot even give me an approximate date on when the parts will even be available. Unbelievable!!!!.

39 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 09/05/2013

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the ignition switch had to be turned at least five times before the vehicle would start. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The dealer stated that the wcm box was defective and needed to be replaced however, the part was not available to remedy the vehicle. The dealer stated that the part would become available until December 2013. The failure mileage was 87,000.

40 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2013

2008 Chrysler 300. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall and rental vehicle reimbursement. The consumer had to wait six months, for the ignition switch. The part was on back order. Also, the radiator was leaking, due to a broken fan.

41 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 11/22/2012

The contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. While driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. After restarting, the vehicle resumed normal operation. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the ignition switch was replaced. The failure recurred three months after the repair. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system); however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.

42 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 12/15/2010

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that after the vehicle was started, the vehicle was stalled intermittently without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician informed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v567000 (electrical system) and 15v313000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000. Parts distribution disconnect. Ss.

43 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 07/10/2010

My 2008 Chrysler 300 had received two notices for recall,1 for the ignition switch and 1 for the airbag/ I called Chrysler corporate for an update for the ignition switch recall which I received about 10 months ago and I was told it was no estimated date when the part will become available and I will have to wait ;after multiple phone calls I asked for them to give me a rental car in order to drive in a safe car while they will keep my car and fix the ignition and the airbag issue but I was denied the rental car and was told I will have to deal with the issue ,they will not rent a car for my family and they do not have any estimate when the ignition part will be available;even if I insisted about the safety of my family and the fact a recall for the airbag was in to, they did not care ;I went to the Chrysler dealership too and the response was the same ,it looks they are on the same page;no rental car for me and as they insinuated to me if we got into a car accident " though luck"/ I am not sure what to do now ; I tried to contact Chrysler corporate multiple times,. The Chrysler dealership the same and still not have a solution to my problem;I am ignored by Chrysler by some issues in my car very dangerous and life threatening but nothing had been done and no estimate in perspective. I will need some help to have the issue resolved;my wife was driving the car even yesterday which stalled on the middle of the street again for no reason and it happens all the time ;as my wife says " she leave her life into god's hands "I do not think this is an acceptable and responsible behavior from a such big corporation and something should be done to help customers like me in distress. Thank you for listening.

44 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 09/09/2009

I received notification regarding the recall of the airbags in my vehicle over a year ago and of my ignition over 6 months ago but have not to date received a letter to have my vehicle repaired. I would my vehicle to be repaired ASAP as my small niece and nephew sometimes travel with me in my vehicle and I am concerned of their safety as well as mine and my husband. When I first bought the car in 2009, I had issues with the ignition switch. I would start the car and nothing would work the radio, inside dashboard lights, etc. I took the car to Chrysler several times and they could not determine what the problem was.



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