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LX platform

2010 Chrysler 300 — 6.1L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 300 6.1L.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine 6.1LTransmission Automatic 5-spd

The 2010 Chrysler 300 6.1L is a passenger car built on the LX platform, pairing its 6.1-liter engine with a five-speed automatic and an oil system that takes 7 quarts of 0W-40 API fluid with the filter installed. EPA figures of 17 mpg city, 23 highway, and 19 combined put a concrete number on what that displacement costs at the pump, while 137 owner complaints — led by air bags and accompanied by seven recalls — round out the ownership picture. Set against the model's 2004-2023 history, this year's tally sits well below the 1,750 complaints logged in 2006, the line's worst year, and well above the 2 reported in 2004, framing 2010 as a calmer stretch in a model whose peak trouble, not this one, defines its reputation.

Model year2010 2008 2007 2006 2005

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7 qt w/ filterOEM · verified

Engine oil type0W-40 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque85-115 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy17/23/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04884899AC. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 730 CCAOEM · verified

Tire sizeP225-60R18OEM · verified

Wheel / rim9 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	04884899AC
Engine air filter	05019002AA alt 05037615AA
Spark plug	SPLZTR5A13 alt SPLZFR5C11
Battery	BBH8F001AA alt BBH8A001AA
Front wiper blades	68015148AA
Thermostat	52028898AJ alt 68237102AA
Cabin air filter	68535608AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic 5-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	196.9 in
Overall width	74 in
Overall height	58.3 in
Wheelbase	120.1 in
Curb weight	3761 lb
Track (front / rear)	63 / 62.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	53/47

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	17 / 23 / 19 mpg
Drivetrain	All-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	107 cu ft
Cargo volume	17 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Regular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

No 2010 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.

4.7–5.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.70 sec — 2005 SRT8

425 hpHorsepower (as tested)

420 lb-ftTorque (as tested)

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2005	SRT8 6.1L V8	4.70 sec	13.20 sec	425 hp	RWD
2005	SRT8 6.1L V8	4.90 sec	13.20 sec	425 hp	RWD
2005	SRT8 6.1L V8	5.00 sec	13.40 sec	425 hp	RWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7 qt w/ filter of 0W-40 API engine oil, SYNTHETIC · 75W-90 · GL-5 · MS-9763 · 75W-140 · MS-8985 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 85-115 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	5.2
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil	SYNTHETIC · 75W-90 · GL-5 · MS-9763 · 75W-140 · MS-8985
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	2.7 Pints,
Engine Coolant	HOAT · MS9769
Engine Oil	SYNTHETIC · 0W-40 · API · MS10725
Engine Oil Capacity	7 qt w/ filter

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	130 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts	AT: 70, MT: 55 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	8.8 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	23 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	20.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	21 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	85-115 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug	17.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug	17.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance	.54-.66 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance	9
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Champion
Spark Plug Gap	0.050 in
Spark Plug Torque	13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.50-1.63 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	6.10 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	730 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test	18, Do not allow pressure to exceed 20 psi.
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	16-20 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	189 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)	58.0 + or - 5.0 psi
Engine Compression	100
Engine Oil Pressure	25-110 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM	3000 rpm
Intake Valve Lash	Hydraulic in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	23 ft-lbs / 44 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	85 ft-lbs / 70 ft-lbs
Brake Application	WITH FN3
Torque Caliper to Bracket	44 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	70 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket	23 ft-lbs / 44 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	96 ft-lbs / 140 ft-lbs
Brake Application	WITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

33 ft. lbs., Step 2: 60

33 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages

Bolts 1-10

25 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; coolant at 102,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 102,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 6,000 mi	Brake Line (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 12,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 18,000 mi	Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Parking Brake System (adjust) · Tie Rod (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 90,000 mi	PCV Valve (inspect)
At 102,000 mi	Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified

Tool required	DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
Why	Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module

Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified

When needed	After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool required	DRBIII scan tool
Also required	The vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The first-generation Chrysler 300 (2005–2010) saw a dramatic spike in complaints to 1,750 in 2006, followed by a steep decline to 623 in 2007 and a further drop to just 95 by 2009, indicating that early teething issues were largely resolved. The 2010 model year, with 137 complaints, sits near the trough of this arc—only slightly above the 2009 low—while investigations remained at a generation-low of 1, suggesting no new systemic federal probes. However, recalls for 2010 tied the generation high of 7, and the top complaint area of Air Bags (52) is notable, though the data does not specify root causes. This pattern implies that while owner-reported problems are minimal, the manufacturer still addressed several safety or compliance matters through recalls. Overall, 2010 is a relatively good year to buy within this generation, provided you verify that all 7 recalls—especially any related to the air bag system—have been completed.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

137

Owner complaints

13 involved a crash · 6 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 137 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags52

Electrical System19

Unknown Or Other8

Engine8

Structure5

Fuel/Propulsion System4

Vehicle Speed Control3

Engine & Engine Cooling3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 7 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V018000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 15/01/2019

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… Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator…

18V021000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 09/01/2018

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… Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 81 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
108463	2025-11-18	Service Brakes	PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE
108464	2025-11-17	Service Brakes	PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE
9100226	2023-09-15	Electrical System	Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar…
9100226	2023-09-15	Electrical System	Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar…
9100196	2023-07-27	Equipment	Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 94R battery Vehicles taking 7 qt w/ filter LX-platform vehicles Engine oil filter 04884899AC Engine air filter 05019002AA Spark plug SPLZTR5A13 Battery BBH8F001AA

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2010 300 6.1L take?

7 qt w/ filter of SYNTHETIC 0W-40 API MEETING CHRYSLER SPECIFICATION MS10725, per the factory manual.

Does the 2010 300 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 6.1L get?

EPA figures are 17 city / 23 highway / 19 combined mpg.