Chrysler 200 Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Chrysler 200 — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017Best | Excellent | 1 | 44 | — | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2016 | Good | 1 | 306 | 11 | 10 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2015Worst | Avoid | 4 | 1710 | 91 | 46 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2014 | Good | — | 180 | 18 | 17 | 3 | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2013 | Good | 4 | 525 | 16 | 22 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2012 | Good | 2 | 531 | 21 | 23 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2011 | Good | 1 | 219 | 17 | 9 | — | Engine | Full report → |
7 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Chrysler 200 Problems
Based on 3,515 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
200 Years to Avoid
Best 200 Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Chrysler 200 Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Chrysler 200 Reliability
What year 200 has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 Chrysler 200 had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 1710 complaints and 4 safety recalls. See the full 2015 report for specific defects.
Is the Chrysler 200 reliable?
The Chrysler 200 has accumulated 3,515 owner-filed complaints and 13 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. There have been 3 reported deaths associated with complaints. The 2017 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used 200.
What are the most common 200 problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Electrical System (624 reports), Engine (600 reports), Power Train (482 reports), Air Bags (412 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my 200 has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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