Top Makes and Models with DTC P0300

While some diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are more common in certain car brands or models, P0300 is an equal-opportunity error code. FIXD sensor data that covers the 2000 through 2023 model years reveals that P0300 frequently hits some of the most popular cars in the U.S. The vehicles with the highest recorded instances of this DTC are:

• Audi A4
• Ford F-150
• Chevrolet Silverado 1500
• GMC Sierra
• Jeep Grand Cherokee
• Nissan Altima
• Toyota Camry
• Toyota Corolla
• Volkswagen Jetta

These results show that code P0300—Random, Multiple Engine Misfire Detected—isn’t limited to one specific vehicle type. Pickups are just as likely to be impacted as SUVs and sedans. The Chevy Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra are on this index because they are virtually identical vehicles. So, seeing both vehicles have the same occurrence rating for this code is unsurprising.

Below is an expanded look at how a P0300 code impacts numerous makes and models. This breakdown covers occurrence rates by model year (2000-2023) and separates the frequency into low, moderate, or high levels. The worst of the worst are the nine vehicles listed above. 

At the same time, P0300 is more of a general error code that indicates an engine misfire without identifying a specific cylinder as the trouble spot. The adjacent codes, P0301-P0312, pinpoint an issue with a particular cylinder. For instance, P0304 signals a misfire in cylinder #4. 

What is the P0300 Code?

Code P0300—Random, Multiple Engine Misfire Detected—may sound harmless, but it’s a DTC with potentially serious consequences. Critically, driving a car with an engine misfire can lead to stalling or a loss of power. That’s not something you want to encounter when turning at a busy intersection or driving on the highway. Outside of these dangers, ignoring a misfire can cause damage to internal engine components like pistons and cylinder walls. The catalytic converter is also vulnerable. These are all reasons not to drive a car with a P0300 code present.

One of the challenges of dealing with this issue is identifying what’s triggering the check engine light. The generic nature of P0300 indicates your car has an engine-related problem but doesn’t go much further in pointing at the source.

Read the complete article on P0300 Engine Code | Random, Multiple Misfire Detected to discover almost a dozen trouble areas to consider. This resource also offers tips on diagnosing the problem and what a DIYer can do to tackle a P0300 code independently (and when not to). 

Top Models for P0300 Codes 

Here’s a look at the makes and models most likely to have P0300 codes, according to FIXD sensor data. The absence of a model year ranking indicates no P0300 code was detected among the analyzed years, insufficient data, or the model wasn’t in production.