2009 Chrysler 300S: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2009 Chrysler 300S: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #15V313000 · 2015 · 4,077,169 vehicles
What's wrong: The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that May be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected raider owners. Dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began for…
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Chrysler 300S so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Regular |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 25 | 19 | Regular |
| 6.1 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2009 Chrysler 300S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2009 Chrysler 300S. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Chrysler 300S get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (2.7 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2009 Chrysler 300S repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.