What year Chrysler 200 should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA complaint and recall data, avoid the 2012, 2013, and 2015 Chrysler 200. The 2015 model has the highest complaint index at 100 with 1,987 complaints, while 2012 (88) and 2013 (75) also rank among the worst years.

What is the best year for the Chrysler 200?

The 2010 Chrysler 200 is the best-rated year, with a complaint index of just 13 and only 13 complaints, far below other model years.

Is the 2015 Chrysler 200 reliable?

The 2015 Chrysler 200 has the most reported problems of any year, with 1,987 complaints, 99 crashes, 24 fires, and 8 recall campaigns. Electrical system issues make up 39% of complaints.

Does the Chrysler 200 have transmission problems?

Transmission and powertrain complaints account for 22% of all complaints across model years, with 936 total complaints. The 2015 model is the most affected, with 693 transmission complaints and a recall for 9-speed automatic transmission software.

Does the Chrysler 200 have airbag recalls?

Yes. Airbags account for 848 complaints (20% of all complaints) across model years, and multiple recall campaigns cover occupant restraint controller and airbag control unit defects on 2011-2015 models.

Chrysler 200 Best and Worst Years (2010–2018)

Avoid the 2012, 2013, and 2015 Chrysler 200 based on NHTSA complaint data: 2015 has the highest complaint index (100) with 1,987 complaints, while 2012 (88) and 2013 (75) also rank near the worst. The 2010 model is the best-rated year with a complaint index of just 13.

Avoid 2012 Avoid 2013 Avoid 2015 Best 2010

Model years: 9; 2010–2018
NHTSA complaints: 4,182
Recall campaigns: 16
Crashes reported: 205
Fires reported: 47
Top problem area: Engine

200 Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Chrysler 200 problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2010	Best	13	13	0	0	0	Airbags	—	—
2011	Caution	50	336	14	3	3	Engine	22.5	—
2012	Avoid	88	638	29	4	4	Engine	22	4★
2013	Avoid	75	628	23	3	5	Engine	22	4★
2014	Good	38	192	15	2	1	Airbags	22	4★
2015	Avoid	100	1,987	99	24	8	Electrical System	23	5★
2016	Caution	63	344	22	11	2	Engine	25	5★
2017	Good	25	43	2	0	1	Engine	25	5★
2018	No verdict	0	1	1	0	0	Engine	—	—

200 years to avoid: what went wrong

2015 Chrysler 200 Index 100 · 1,987 complaints · 8 recalls

The 2015 Chrysler 200 ranks worst overall with a complaint index of 100, 1,987 complaints, 99 crashes, 24 fires, and 58 injuries. Electrical system problems dominate at 39% of complaints (median mileage 49,000), with engine issues close behind at 36% (median mileage 46,000) and transmission and powertrain problems at 35% (median mileage 37,170). NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this year, including a 9-speed automatic transmission software reprogramming and an airbag occupant classification module service kit.

2015 electrical system problems →2015 engine problems →2015 transmission & powertrain problems →

2012 Chrysler 200 Index 88 · 638 complaints · 4 recalls

The 2012 Chrysler 200 carries a complaint index of 88, the second-worst of any year, with 638 complaints, 29 crashes, and 33 injuries reported. Engine problems lead at 28% of complaints with a median failure mileage of 62,250, followed closely by electrical system issues at 26%. Airbag complaints, including failure to deploy, make up 21% of reports. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this year, including an occupant restraint controller defect that could disable active headrests and a separate airbag control unit replacement covering 2011-2014 models.

2012 engine problems →2012 electrical system problems →2012 airbags problems →

2013 Chrysler 200 Index 75 · 628 complaints · 5 recalls

The 2013 Chrysler 200 has a complaint index of 75, the third-worst year, with 628 complaints, 23 crashes, and 35 injuries. Engine problems account for 28% of complaints at a median mileage of 62,000, and airbag issues follow at 27%. Owners also reported electrical system problems (20%) and structure and body concerns (16%). NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns, including one for engine balance shaft module debris and the same occupant restraint controller and airbag control unit issues affecting the 2012 model.

2013 engine problems →2013 airbags problems →2013 electrical system problems →

Most common Chrysler 200 problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Engine1,428 (34%)
Electrical System1,321 (32%)
Transmission & Powertrain936 (22%)
Airbags848 (20%)
Other560 (13%)
Brakes477 (11%)
Seat Belts241 (6%)
Steering232 (6%)
Structure & Body224 (5%)
Suspension, Wheels & Tires175 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

What year Chrysler 200 should I avoid?: Based on NHTSA complaint and recall data, avoid the 2012, 2013, and 2015 Chrysler 200. The 2015 model has the highest complaint index at 100 with 1,987 complaints, while 2012 (88) and 2013 (75) also rank among the worst years.
What is the best year for the Chrysler 200?: The 2010 Chrysler 200 is the best-rated year, with a complaint index of just 13 and only 13 complaints, far below other model years.
Is the 2015 Chrysler 200 reliable?: The 2015 Chrysler 200 has the most reported problems of any year, with 1,987 complaints, 99 crashes, 24 fires, and 8 recall campaigns. Electrical system issues make up 39% of complaints.
Does the Chrysler 200 have transmission problems?: Transmission and powertrain complaints account for 22% of all complaints across model years, with 936 total complaints. The 2015 model is the most affected, with 693 transmission complaints and a recall for 9-speed automatic transmission software.
Does the Chrysler 200 have airbag recalls?: Yes. Airbags account for 848 complaints (20% of all complaints) across model years, and multiple recall campaigns cover occupant restraint controller and airbag control unit defects on 2011-2015 models.