2002 Chrysler 300M Special
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- Photo: 2000 Chrysler 300M in Stone White, Front Right, 07-08-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chrysler 300M Front by KGC626, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chrysler 300M 2002 (13298827135) by order_242 from Chile, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2000 Chrysler 300M in Stone White, Rear Right, 07-08-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chrysler 300M Rear by KGC626, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2002 Chrysler 300M Special is a 255-hp 3.5-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $32,745 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 255 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The 300M measures 197.8 inches long on a 113.0-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $32,745 ($59,156 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $33,425 ($60,384 *) |
| Destination Charge | $680 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.5 L SOHC 24-valve V6 (EGG), naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 255 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 24 valves |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic with AutoStick |
| Final Drive | 3.89 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 17.2 gal |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 4-wheel disc (ABS standard) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 4-wheel disc (ABS standard) |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 in |
| Wheels Rear | 18 in |
| Tires Front | 245/45ZR18 |
| Tires Rear | 245/45ZR18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 197.8 in |
| Width | 74.4 in |
| Height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.8 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 39.1 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2002 Chrysler 300M Special with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2002 Chrysler 300M 4-DR.).
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Chrysler 300M. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Feb 5, 2003 · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, SEAT BACK RECLINER BOLT BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR RESULTING IN THE SEAT BACK RECLINING UNEXPECTEDLY.
Consequence: IF THE SEAT BACK UNEXPECTEDLY RECLINES WHILE THE CAR IS BEING DRIVEN, IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RECLINER BOLTS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA campaign 03V035000
96 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Chrysler 300M
Owner Complaints
96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Chrysler 300M (14 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 12 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 11 |
| Steering | 11 |
| Air Bags | 10 |
| Seats | 9 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 CHRYSLER 300M. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.