Which is cheaper to maintain, the Chrysler 300 or the Chrysler 300?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the Chrysler 300 is cheaper to maintain — about $4,287 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 3.5L V6 and the 5.7L V8 HEMI?

Across 32 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the Chrysler 300 or Chrysler 300?

The Chrysler 300 has 7 open NHTSA recalls. The Chrysler 300 has 0 open recalls. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

2010 Chrysler 300 vs 2026 Chrysler 300 — Labor Times, Costs & Recalls

Specifications

Year

2010

2026

Engine

3.5L V6

5.7L V8 HEMI

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

automatic

Fuel

gas

Cost of Ownership

5-Year Maintenance

$42,690

0.71 $/mi

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$38,403

0.64 $/mi

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ADVANTAGEChrysler 300 — Saves you $4,287 over 5 years (10% less in routine maintenance labor)

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

Oil & filter change

8.0 hrs$14,880 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$17,760 / 5yr

Tire rotation

2.0 hrs$2,400 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$2,880 / 5yr

Wiper blades

3.0 hrs$1,920 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$2,280 / 5yr

Cabin air filter

4.0 hrs$1,875 / 5yr

4.8 hrs$2,235 / 5yr

2.7L V6 Oil Sludge and Catastrophic Engine Failure

— hrs$3,900 / 5yr

— hrs

Serpentine belt

8.0 hrs$1,235 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$1,475 / 5yr

PCV valve

8.0 hrs$1,220 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$1,460 / 5yr

Transmission Oil Cooler Line Failure and Cooler Clogging

— hrs$2,600 / 5yr

— hrs

NAG1 Transmission Output Shaft Bearing and Solenoid Pack Failure

— hrs$2,275 / 5yr

— hrs

Fuel filter

2.5 hrs$810 / 5yr

3.0 hrs$960 / 5yr

Front brake pads

2.0 hrs$760 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$880 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

2.0 hrs$740 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$860 / 5yr

Differential fluid

2.0 hrs$680 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$800 / 5yr

Engine air filter

2.0 hrs$660 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$780 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

2.0 hrs$630 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$750 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

8.0 hrs$504 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$600 / 5yr

Coolant flush

3.0 hrs$500 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$590 / 5yr

12V battery

2.0 hrs$500 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$560 / 5yr

Power steering flush

2.5 hrs$395 / 5yr

3.0 hrs$470 / 5yr

Intake manifold gasket

8.0 hrs$387 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$459 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

8.0 hrs$313 / 5yr

9.6 hrs$373 / 5yr

Spark plugs

1.5 hrs$305 / 5yr

1.8 hrs$350 / 5yr

Oxygen sensor

3.0 hrs$285 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$330 / 5yr

Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Bushings and Ball Joints

— hrs$553 / 5yr

— hrs

Water pump

3.0 hrs$200 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$231 / 5yr

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) and Ignition TIPM Failures

— hrs$385 / 5yr

— hrs

Water Pump and Thermostat Housing Leaks (3.5L V6)

— hrs$385 / 5yr

— hrs

Thermostat

3.0 hrs$172 / 5yr

3.6 hrs$203 / 5yr

Alternator

2.0 hrs$150 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$165 / 5yr

Ignition coil

1.5 hrs$122 / 5yr

1.8 hrs$140 / 5yr

Starter motor

2.0 hrs$100 / 5yr

2.4 hrs$112 / 5yr

Evaporative Emissions System Leaks and Purge Valve Failure

— hrs$149 / 5yr

— hrs

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

7 open

★ WINNER

Open NHTSA Recalls

CLEAR

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ADVANTAGEChrysler 300 — 7 fewer open recalls from the NHTSA

Fluid Capacities

Chrysler 300

brake · Mopar DOT 4 Brake Fluid

coolant13.00 qt · Mopar OAT Coolant (Purple)

engine_oil6.00 qt · Mopar 5W-20 Synthetic Blend

power_steering1.00 qt · Mopar ATF+4

rear_diff2.00 qt · 75W-90 GL-5 Gear Oil

transmission_auto10.00 qt · Mopar ATF+4

washer3.50 qt · Windshield Washer Fluid

Chrysler 300

brake · FMVSS 116 DOT 4

coolant18.00 qt · MS-12106

engine_oil8.50 qt · MS-6395

power_steering · N/A

rear_diff2.00 qt · API GL-5

transmission_auto10.00 qt · MS-9602

washer3.50 qt · All-season or winter-rated

The Verdict

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THE WINNER

2026 Chrysler 300

5.7L V8 HEMI

Chrysler 300 is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$4,287 over 5 years)
Chrysler 300 has 7 fewer open NHTSA recalls

Based on objective maintenance and recall data. Driving feel, looks, brand loyalty, and ownership experience are separate (and very valid) considerations.

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