Buy Chrysler 300 Bumper Covers

Today's Chrysler 300 bumper cover-also called the front or rear fascia, bumper skin, or bumper shell-is a molded plastic shield that snaps over the metal bumper beam. It serves three big jobs: (1) smoothing airflow for better fuel economy, (2) absorbing low-speed scrapes to protect costlier parts, and (3) hiding sensors for modern driver-assist features. Most covers are made from flexible thermoplastic olefin (TPO) or polypropylene blends that meet federal bumper-impact rules while staying light and easy to repaint. Federal law (49 CFR §581) limits damage in 2.5 mph barrier tests, so any replacement cover must line up correctly and stay attached under light hits.

Overview

A Chrysler 300 bumper cover is the outer plastic layer that you see and touch. It clips to the fenders, the splash shield, and the impact bar underneath. When it cracks, dents, or loses paint, you can swap just this cover without removing the metal bumper beam or the energy absorber.

Fit & Compatibility

• Model years: Direct-fit covers are cataloged for first-gen (2005-2010), second-gen (2011-2014), mid-cycle (2015-2023), and the final 2024-2025 sedan. Shape, grille cut-outs, sensor holes, and trim lines vary by year and by trims like Touring, S, and 300C.
• Front vs. rear: Front covers have grille and fog-lamp openings; rear covers may have exhaust or trailer-hitch notches.
• Sensors: Look for pre-drilled holes if your car has front or rear ParkSense parking sensors or adaptive-cruise radar.

Construction & Materials

• Plastics: Chrysler uses TPO and polypropylene blends that flex instead of shattering.
• Strength: The cover spreads minor hits so the energy absorber behind it can work.
• Aftermarket options: Some specialty styles use fiberglass-reinforced plastic for stiffer "SRT look" pieces.

Common Damage

• Parking curb scrapes, paint chips, and cracked tabs.
• Stress fractures at corners from low-speed contacts.
• Broken sensor retainers that trigger "Service Park Assist."

Removal & Installation

1. Remove the push-pin fasteners on top.
2. Unscrew wheel-liner bolts.
3. Unclip lower splash shield.
4. Pull cover straight forward (front) or rearward (rear). A helper prevents bending.
   A step-by-step video demonstrates the full job in under 15 minutes. Watch the bumper removal tutorial (YouTube)

Torque & hardware

Re-use factory bolts or plastic rivets called out in FCA collision manuals to keep crash integrity.

Sensors & Technology

• Adaptive cruise & FCW: The radar sensor sits behind the lower grille; cover mis-alignment can disable the system.
• ParkSense: Ultrasonic sensors fit flush in 4 or 6 pre-molded spots. They must sit flush within 1 mm of the surface.
• Blind-spot radar: Rear bumper covers hide left and right radar modules; no calibration is needed after cover swap if brackets are untouched.

Paint & Finish

• Covers arrive "primed," a gray coat ready for color base-coat and clear.
• Use flexible-part additive so paint bends with the plastic.
• Scuff with 600-grit, clean with plastic-safe cleaner, then spray in a dust-free space.

Safety & Regulations

• U.S. bumper law requires the cover and beam to withstand 1.5-2.5 mph pendulum hits with no fuel, cooling, or safety damage. Read the NHTSA interpretation
• Re-attach energy absorber blocks to keep compliance.

Care & Maintenance

• Hand-wash with pH-neutral soap.
• Avoid harsh chemicals that dry the plastic.
• Touch-up chips promptly to block UV fade.

Recycling & Environment

Automakers and recyclers reclaim millions of pounds of used bumper skins each year, grinding TPO back into new fascias to cut waste.

Related Parts

• Impact bar: steel beam that sits behind the cover.
• Energy absorber: foam block between bar and fascia.
• Grille inserts, fog-lamp bezels, splash shields, parking sensors, radar brackets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a bumper cover?
A: It's the painted plastic outer layer that snaps over the bumper bar to improve looks and aerodynamics.

Q: Will any Chrysler 300 cover fit my car?
A: No. You must match the exact model year, trim, and sensor layout so holes line up correctly.

Q: Do I need special tools to remove it?
A: Only basic screwdrivers, a 10 mm socket, and panel-clip pliers. A drip pan helps keep track of fasteners. (YouTube)

Q: Can I drive with a cracked cover?
A: You can, but the crack may widen, sensors can fall out, and you could fail state safety checks.

Q: Does replacing the cover affect airbags?
A: No, as long as you don't disturb sensors behind the bumper or wiring for the air-bag system.

Q: Do I have to recalibrate parking sensors after reinstalling?
A: ParkSense usually self-tests; if modules and brackets stay in factory spots, no calibration is required.

Q: What paint should I use?
A: Use water-borne or low-VOC automotive paint with a flex additive so the finish bends without cracking.

Q: How long does the job take?
A: A DIY-er can swap a cover in about one hour; body-shop labor guides list 1.2-1.4 flag hours.

Q: Can a dented plastic cover be repaired?
A: Small dents can pop out with gentle heat; deep gouges need filler, primer, and repainting.

Q: Is recycling the damaged fascia possible?
A: Yes-many recyclers grind TPO bumper skins into pellets used for new covers, reducing landfill waste.

Useful links for deeper reading:

• I-CAR Chrysler collision information portal for official repair procedures.
• NHTSA bumper test procedure PDF for detailed federal rules.
• EPA guide to painting flexible plastics for low-VOC finishes.