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2004 Chrysler 300 repairs by problem area

Engine (57%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2004 Chrysler 300 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (15%)

$100 - $499 (46%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Chrysler 300 4dr Sedan

255-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

77160 mi

C $90
Car hesitated while driving and engine trouble light came on. I was able to get the trouble code "P0340 Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Circuit". So I changed the sensor, took less than 5 min, all has been well since. 
95480 mi

C $350
Replaced camshaft sensor 
95680 mi

C $70
Cracked coolant overflow container developed slight crack, as system heated up and pressurized, coolant started to spray into engine compartment. 

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2004 Chrysler 300 4dr Sedan

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

45000 mi

US $25
CAM SENSOR 
25000 mi Under warranty had TSB to quiet valve chatter when starting in cold weather. (Note: Vehicle has been flawless except for that, although have seen oil usage ~1 qt/3000 miles past 18 mons). 
55000 mi

US $100
Cam sensor failed, still drivable w/chk engine lite on. Note this also occured under full 3/36 warranty, this is SECOND TIME on same part. $100 is for deductible under Chrysler max care. Otherwise car VERY DEPENDIBLE! 
128000 mi

US $880
Damaged radiator was causing coolant loss. It required replacement of the radiator. I opted for all new MoPar parts (which had to be ordered; resulting in extra time at the shop) and since it was being disassembled all new hoses too. 
128000 mi

US $200
Air cond belt broke. Replaced both belts and idler pulley. I noticed that the belt was off the pulley. The shop diagnosed the bad pulley. 
133900 mi

US $431
AC Belt squealing over 2000 RPM. AC belt tightened. 
137000 mi

US $200
Broken air cond accessory belt. New spark plugs, state emissions and safety check.new battery ( to replace 5 year old battery), also replaced serpentine. 
143000 mi

US $589
cracked radiator fitting lead to radiator replacement 
146000 mi

US $400
thermostat and thermostat housing replaced. 
148000 mi

US $30
engine oil plug leak, cross-threaded 

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