What's Wrong with the 1st Generation (2011–2014) 200?

200 owners have made 575 complaints about the 2011–2014 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it second to last in overall reliaibility, with significant engine and hvac concerns.

Compare With Other 200 Generations

Common 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 Problems

Some of the worst issues 1st generation 200 owners have to deal with.

  1. AHR Randomly Deploys

    The active head restraints in some Chrysler vehicles are handing out free concussions. A mechanical breakdown inside the restraint means they could deploy randomly at any time.

    Continue reading article "AHR Randomly Deploys" A Chrysler head restraint

  2. Chrysler 200 Engine Stalls

    If you own a Chrysler 200 there’s a good chance your engine will stall without any sort of warning lights or error code. Why is the dangerous problem still happening despite an investigation and recall?…

    Continue reading article "Chrysler 200 Engine Stalls"

  3. TIPM Electrical Problems

    If you've heard of a TIPM, chances are you own a vehicle from Fiat-Chrysler (FCA). Think of it like a command center for all the electrical functions of your car, and in FCA's case a very, very disfunctional one.

    Continue reading article "TIPM Electrical Problems"

What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

1st Generation (2011–2014) 200 Key Numbers

  1. 4 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 575 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 28th in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 29 eligible generations.

Recent 1st Generation (2011–2014) 200 News

There's a lot of news out there, but not all of it matters. We try to boil down it to the most important bits about things that actually help you with your car problem. Interested in getting these stories in an email? Signup for free email alerts over at CarComplaints.com.

  1. Chrysler is trying to wiggle out of another active head restraint lawsuit.

    The automaker's lawyers point to technicalities in the case that don't hold up in the Arizona Consumer Fraud and Magnuson-Moss Warranty Acts. Another approach they could take would be to actually do something about the restraints that keep randomly smacking people at the base of their skull.…

    keep reading article "Chrysler Files Motion to Dismiss Another AHR Lawsuit"

  2. Fiat-Chrysler (FCA) owners are worried that their vehicles may not pass the next state inspection. And for good reason.

    Last month, FCA announced that nearly 900,000 vehicles fail to meet emissions standards and will need new catalytic converters. That’s a lot of parts to come up with all at once, so FCA’s plan is to split the recall into stages with older vehicles getting repaired first. Some owners have filed a lawsuit because they will could fail their next state inspection before parts are available.…

    keep reading article "Chrysler 200 May Not Pass Inspection As Owners Wait for Replacement Catalytic Converters"

  3. Three fatalities. Five injuries. One massive recall for Fiat-Chrysler (FCA) vehicles.

    The automaker says it opened an investigation in April 2015 after 10 crashes were reported, and after months of research, engineers determined the occupant restraint control modules may short-circuit and prevent the frontal airbags-and-seat-belts, seat belt pre-tensioners and side air bags from deploying in a crash.

    At the time the recall was announced, FCA didn't have a solution or a date when the it'd begin. There's a full list of the 1.9 million recalled vehicles on CarComplaints.com, and those looking for more info can call FCA at 800-853-1403. Give them recall number S61.

    keep reading article "Three Fatalities. Five Injuries. One Massive Airbag Recall."

What 200 Owners Say About This Generation

Why Does the Chrysler 200 Engine Keep Shutting Off While Driving?

Car dies coming to a stop or putting in gear under low acceleration. I read about a recall of the pcm, then later a wiring pin in the fuse relay box. Apparently defective crap was used in them that's caused this problem. I want the damn thing fixed.

https://www.carcomplaints.com/Chrysler/200/2012/engine/engine_shuts_down_while_driving.shtml

Why Does the Chrysler 200 Engine Keep Shutting Off While Driving?

This has literally happened at least 100x since that first time and it is nerve wracking because i have to drive it on eggshells. Something's gotta give because every mechanic has said they can't help me.

https://www.carcomplaints.com/Chrysler/200/2012/engine/engine_shuts_down_while_driving.shtml

Why Does the Chrysler 200 Engine Keep Shutting Off While Driving?

My battery light came on and I thought; okay go get a new battery. How silly of me. Because before I even had the chance, the car started losing all of its electrical functions. Radio stopped, lights out, brakes not working, and unable to accelerate. It stopped on me in the middle of the road forcing me to seek help.

https://www.carcomplaints.com/Chrysler/200/2012/engine/engine_shuts_down_while_driving.shtml