2013 Chrysler 200 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
75/100
#3 most-complained of 9 200 years
The 2013 Chrysler 200 has 628 NHTSA complaints, 5 recalls, and a complaint index of 75, ranking 3rd worst of 9 model years. Its verdict is Avoid, with engine problems (28% of complaints) and airbag issues (27%) the top concerns.
- Complaints
- 628
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes / fires
- 23 / 3
- Injuries / deaths
- 35 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 22
- 19 city / 28 hwy
Top 2013 Chrysler 200 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine175 (28%)
- Airbags171 (27%)
- Electrical System128 (20%)
- Structure & Body98 (16%)
- Seat Belts86 (14%)
- Brakes73 (12%)
- Transmission & Powertrain62 (10%)
- Fuel System55 (9%)
- Other48 (8%)
- Steering38 (6%)
What owners report
- Airbags failed to deploy during moderate-speed collisions, sometimes leaving occupants injured.
- Airbags deployed with excessive force, releasing dust and debris that struck occupants' faces and hands.
- Brakes reportedly did not respond when the pedal was depressed, leading to low-speed crashes into fixed objects.
- Steering felt loose at highway speed before power steering assist was lost, resulting in loss of control.
- Flames were reported underneath the engine while driving on the highway.
- Headlights and tail lights went inoperable without a diagnosable fault code.
2013 Chrysler 200 recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 17V640000Oct 10, 2017Structure & Body363,930 vehicles
Seats:front assembly:head restraint
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012-2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles. A component within the occupant restraint controller (ORC) may fail and prevent the active headrests from deploying in the event of a rear-end crash.
Risk: If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is T56.
- NHTSA 16V668000Sep 15, 2016Airbags1,435,625 vehicles
Air bags
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
- NHTSA 13V552000Nov 6, 2013Engine521 vehicles
Engine
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.
Risk: If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N52.
2013 Chrysler 200 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,950
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2013 compared with other 200 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2013 Chrysler 200 a good year to avoid?
- Yes. NHTSA data shows the 2013 model has a complaint index of 75, ranks 3rd worst of 9 model years, and carries an Avoid verdict relative to other 200 model years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chrysler 200?
- Engine complaints make up 28% of reports with a median failure mileage of 62,000 miles, followed by airbags at 27% and electrical system issues at 20%.
- Does the 2013 Chrysler 200 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2013 Chrysler 200, covering the occupant restraint controller, airbag control module, engine balance shaft module, and a fuel tank control valve defect.
- How does the 2013 Chrysler 200 compare to other years?
- The 2013 model (complaint index 75) is better than 2012 (88) and 2015 (100) but worse than 2011 (50), 2014 (38), 2016 (63), and 2017 (25), which are rated Good or Caution.
- How many people were injured in 2013 Chrysler 200 complaints?
- NHTSA lists 35 injuries and 23 crashes tied to complaints for the 2013 Chrysler 200, with no reported deaths.