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2020 Chrysler 300

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 300.

The 2020 Chrysler 300 presents a reliability profile featuring two recalls and 10 total owner complaints, with the top complaint area categorized as "Unknown Or Other." When situated within the model's broader complaint history from 2004 to 2023, this year's figures sit significantly lower than the 1,750 complaints recorded in 2006. This positioning places the 2020 model closer to the historical low of two complaints seen in 2004, suggesting a period of relatively few reported issues compared to the model's peak.

Model year2023202220212020

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque130 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R Battery is vented to the outside of the vehicle. · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R Battery is vented to the outside of the vehicle. · 730 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size235/55R19OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE alt 68191349AC
Engine air filter04861746AB
Spark plugSP149125AF alt SP143877AB
Battery56029635AD
Front wiper blades68194930AB alt 05182439AB
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 05184894AA
Cabin air filter68535614AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length198.8 in
Overall width75.2 in
Overall height58.7 in
Wheelbase120.1 in
Curb weight4270 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 300 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.3–7.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.30 sec — 2013 SRT8
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2021S 3.6L V66.70 sec15.10 sec300 hpRWD
2018S 5.7L V85.30 sec13.80 sec363 hpRWD
2017S 3.6L V66.30 sec15.00 sec300 hpRWD
2023C 6.4L V84.40 sec12.80 sec485 hpRWD
2023C 6.4L V84.50 sec12.90 sec485 hpRWD
2015S V8 5.7L V85.30 sec13.90 sec363 hpRWD
2015Limited V6 3.6L V66.30 sec14.80 sec292 hpAWD
2015C V6 3.6L V66.60 sec15.00 sec292 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 130 ft-lbs.

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs89.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or StudsThrust Plate Bolts: 115.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts70.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel BoltsUse new bolts only. 70.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts55.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs108.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs21.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts130 ft-lbs

Ignition

Ignition Coil Primary Resistance0.6-0.9 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance6,000-9,000 ohms

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Cranking Performance730 cca

Service checks

Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58.0 + or - 5.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)58.0 + or - 5.0 psi

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°15 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°15 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
130 ft. lbs., step 2: 10530 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 115°30 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 125° do not use a torque wrench to turn., Step 5: In reverse order loosen all fasteners., Step 6: 22.0 ft. lbs., Step 7: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 8: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 9: 130° do not use a torque wrench to turn.22 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 100,000 miPCV Valve (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2020 Chrysler 300 represents a near-peak in the model's reliability trajectory, with complaints at just 10—the lowest on record since the generation began in 2005. This follows a consistent downward trend from the troubling early years (2005-2006 saw 1,125 and 1,750 complaints respectively, with multiple NHTSA investigations) down through the mid-2010s stabilization period. The 2020 model year had only 2 recalls and zero investigations, matching the clean record of its immediate neighbors. While TSBs remain relatively high at 285, this is actually a slight increase from 2019 (269), suggesting the manufacturer was still actively addressing service issues, and the volume has since dropped sharply (118 by 2023), indicating the platform had matured. The complaint categories for 2020—air bags and power train—are scattered and low-volume, with only 2 crash-related complaints and 1 fire complaint on record. The data suggests 2020 sits at a sweet spot: the platform's teething issues had long been resolved, yet the vehicle hadn't yet entered the period of declining technical service attention that appears to characterize the 2022-2023 model years. This makes 2020 one of the better years to purchase within this generation.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
285
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
10
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 10 complaints on record, top 6 components.

Unknown Or Other3
Air Bags3
Air Bags,Unknown Or Other1
Power Train1
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Visibility/Wiper1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V516000Visibility:WindshieldReported 08/07/2021

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… Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC…

24V198000Air Bags:Side/Window:Curtain:InflatorReported 14/03/2024

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. Remedy: Dealers will replace both side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 20, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 285 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S2208000045 REV.D2026-06-26StructureBackup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
18-044-262026-03-21EngineFlash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction…
S2208000045 REV.C2026-03-18Unknown Or OtherBackup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
S2621000003 REV.A2026-03-09Power TrainThe vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the…
S26080000102026-03-05Electrical SystemActive Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2020 300 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.