Sell your 2012 Chrysler 300 for cash

The 2012 Chrysler 300 is a full-size car that came with a choice of 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl and 6.4L 8-cyl engines. At 14 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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2012 Chrysler 300 at a glance

Body styleLarge Cars
Engines3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.4L 8-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 5-spd, Automatic 8-spd
DriveRear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline, Midgrade Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
Fuel economy14–19 city / 23–30 highway / 17–23 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,900–$4,850 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂386–523 grams per mile
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)4,299 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating5,100–5,500 lb
Versions tested by EPA6 configurations: 300, 300 AWD, 300 SRT8
Age14 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 14 years old, most of a 2012 300's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2012 300 weighed 4,299 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. 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 9 recalls for the 2012 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 72,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2012 Chrysler 300 recalls

NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls covering the 2012 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 BagsJan 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V018000Park outside / do not drive

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Air BagsJan 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V021000Park outside / do not drive

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam…

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Electrical SystemJul 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V435000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the…

Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

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

Power TrainApr 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V240000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2011, to November 27, 2014, and 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured July 16, 2012, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles, equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and a…

Risk: Drivers thinking that their vehicle's transmission is in the PARK position may be struck by the vehicle and injured if they attempt to get out of the vehicle while the engine is running and the parking brake is not engaged.

Electrical SystemOct 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V634000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly…

Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Air BagsApr 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V118000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured April 11, 2011, through December 14, 2011. The affected vehicles may have improperly sized terminal crimps on the seat side-airbag wiring harness which may cause the seat side-airbags to…

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment the airbags may not operate as designed, increasing the risk of injury.

Service Brakes, AirMay 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V197000

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 300 and dodge charger vehicles. These vehicles may lose ABS/esc system function due to an overheated power distribution center.

Risk: This could lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

TiresJan 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V004000

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 dodge charger srt8 and the Chrysler 300 srt8 vehicles manufactured from may 2, 2011, through november 17, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 138, "tire pressure monitoring system" (TPMS). As built, the TPMS does not warn the…

Risk: Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.

Common 2012 300 problems

Owners have filed 426 complaints about the 2012 Chrysler 300 with NHTSA. 24 reports involved a crash and 34 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 13 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 System188
  • Air Bags83
  • Power Train77
  • Engine58
  • Service Brakes28
  • Steering28

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System72,000 mi
  • Air Bags67,000 mi
  • Power Train59,000 mi
  • Engine62,000 mi
  • Service Brakes60,000 mi
  • Steering59,000 mi

2012 Chrysler 300 crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2012 Chrysler 300, by version tested.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆11.3%
4 Dr, RWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆11.3%

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

2012 Chrysler 300 service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 261 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2012 Chrysler 300. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment32
  • Electrical System30
  • Electrical System19
  • Engine and Engine Cooling17
  • Air Bags12
  • Structure12

Recent bulletins

  • Service campaignMay 2026 · 34D Combo Rev1

    Customer Satisfaction Notification 34D - Healthy Airbag Inflator Collection - Dealer Notification (Revision 1)

  • Service campaignApr 2026 · 34D Combo

    Customer Satisfaction Notification 34D - Healthy Airbag Inflator Collection - Dealer Notification

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2026 · S2621000003 REV.A

    The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2025 · 108463

    Pad kit - rear disc brake, front disc brake

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 2 defect investigations covering the 2012 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

Power TrainEA16002 · opened Feb 2016, closed Jun 2016Led to recall 16V240000

Vehicle rollaway, engine on

On April 22, 2016, Fiat Chrysler Automotive US LLC, (FCA) submitted a Defect Information Report (DIR) to NHTSA regarding a defect that could result in unattended vehicle rollaway with the engine running in approximately 811,586 model year (MY) 2012 to 2014 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles and MY 2014 to 2015 Jee

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Selling a 2012 300: questions

How much is a 2012 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 2012 300 that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2012 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 2012 300 with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 9 recalls for the 2012 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 2012 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.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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