Sell your 2008 Chrysler 300 for cash

The 2008 Chrysler 300 is a full-size car that came with a choice of 2.7L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl and 6.1L 8-cyl engines. At 18 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2008 Chrysler 300 at a glance

Body styleLarge Cars
Engines2.7L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.1L 8-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 5-spd, Automatic 4-spd
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
Fuel economy13–18 city / 18–26 highway / 15–21 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,200–$5,500 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂423–592 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA7 configurations: 300 AWD, 300/SRT-8
Age18 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 18 years old, most of a 2008 300's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a full-size car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2008 300. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 82,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2008 Chrysler 300 recalls

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2008 Chrysler 300. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Air BagsMay 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V352000Park outside / do not drive

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab…

Risk: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurr

Air BagsMay 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V313000Park outside / do not drive

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2005-2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, 300S, and SRT8, 2006-2010 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Magnum, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009…

Risk: 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.

Electrical SystemSep 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V567000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Magnum vehicles manufactured May 23, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 24, 2007, to May 12, 2008, Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured April 3, 2007, to May 12, 2008…

Risk: If the ignition stays between "START" and "ON" positions it could cause loss of certain electrical functions. If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the "OFF" or "ACCESSORY" position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower

Power TrainJul 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V295000

Chrysler is recalling 5,509 my 2008 300, dodge magnum, and charger vehicles. The torque retention crimp feature was missed during the manufacture of one lot of rear axle hub nuts. This could cause the nuts to loosen and allow the halfshaft to disengage from the wheel hub.

Risk: This could cause the vehicle to lose power and result in a crash without warning.

Common 2008 300 problems

Owners have filed 728 complaints about the 2008 Chrysler 300 with NHTSA. 27 reports involved a crash and 8 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 27 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Electrical System495
  • Air Bags186
  • Engine54
  • Unknown or Other32
  • Power Train25
  • Steering20

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System82,000 mi
  • Air Bags92,000 mi
  • Engine89,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other82,000 mi
  • Power Train70,000 mi
  • Steering58,000 mi

2008 Chrysler 300 crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2008 Chrysler 300.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, RWD/AWDNot rated——★★★★☆—

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2008 Chrysler 300 service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 124 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2008 Chrysler 300. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment26
  • Electrical System17
  • Structure16
  • Engine and Engine Cooling10
  • Equipment9
  • Seat Belts8

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2025 · 108463

    Pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2025 · 108464

    Pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2023 · 9100226

    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2023 · 9100226

    Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2021 · 9004009

    Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed durin

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2020 · S1121000006 Rev.

    (Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2008 Chrysler 300.

Air BagsEA21002 · opened Sep 2021, open

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to

Selling a 2008 300: questions

How much is a 2008 Chrysler 300 worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2008 300 that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2008 300s that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2008 300 with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2008 Chrysler 300; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2008 300?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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