Chrysler 200 2011–2014
1st generation · JS (Chrysler JS, Mitsubishi GS-derived)
NHTSA data through 12 August 20262,847 complaints, 1,913 with mileageMethod
On this generation, failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 21,000 and 90,000 miles.
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 200,000+ — 13 complaints (0.7%), plotted separately
- 10%
- 3,500
- 25%
- 21,000
- Median
- 59,000
- 75%
- 90,000
- 90%
- 120,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–5,000 | 212 | 11.1% |
| 5,000–10,000 | 99 | 5.2% |
| 10,000–15,000 | 78 | 4.1% |
| 15,000–20,000 | 62 | 3.2% |
| 20,000–25,000 | 66 | 3.5% |
| 25,000–30,000 | 43 | 2.2% |
| 30,000–35,000 | 52 | 2.7% |
| 35,000–40,000 | 91 | 4.8% |
| 40,000–45,000 | 59 | 3.1% |
| 45,000–50,000 | 58 | 3.0% |
| 50,000–55,000 | 80 | 4.2% |
| 55,000–60,000 | 66 | 3.5% |
| 60,000–65,000 | 112 | 5.9% |
| 65,000–70,000 | 68 | 3.6% |
| 70,000–75,000 | 78 | 4.1% |
| 75,000–80,000 | 71 | 3.7% |
| 80,000–85,000 | 67 | 3.5% |
| 85,000–90,000 | 61 | 3.2% |
| 90,000–95,000 | 49 | 2.6% |
| 95,000–100,000 | 44 | 2.3% |
| 100,000–105,000 | 45 | 2.4% |
| 105,000–110,000 | 45 | 2.4% |
| 110,000–115,000 | 66 | 3.5% |
| 115,000–120,000 | 35 | 1.8% |
| 120,000–125,000 | 38 | 2.0% |
| 125,000–130,000 | 20 | 1.0% |
| 130,000–135,000 | 24 | 1.3% |
| 135,000–140,000 | 10 | 0.5% |
| 140,000–145,000 | 19 | 1.0% |
| 145,000–150,000 | 10 | 0.5% |
| 150,000–155,000 | 15 | 0.8% |
| 155,000–160,000 | 6 | 0.3% |
| 160,000–165,000 | 12 | 0.6% |
| 165,000–170,000 | 8 | 0.4% |
| 170,000–175,000 | 9 | 0.5% |
| 175,000–180,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 180,000–185,000 | 15 | 0.8% |
| 185,000–190,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 190,000–195,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 195,000–200,000 | 1 | 0.1% |
| 200,000+ | 13 | 0.7% |
What this can and cannot tell you: these are complaints owners chose to file, not a failure rate. Popular models accumulate more of them simply by being common. How this is built.
Owners filed 2,847 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011–2014 Chrysler 200, and 1,913 of them record the mileage at which the failure happened. That is enough to show not just what fails, but when.
Failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 21,000 and 90,000 miles. The median is 59,000 miles.
The most-reported areas are the engine (15.7% of complaints, typically around 62,000 miles), the airbag system (14.9% of complaints, typically around 62,000 miles), the electrical system (12.1% of complaints, typically around 70,000 miles).
7 recall campaigns cover this generation.
What fails, and when
- Engine62,000median 62,000 miles, middle half 21,000 to 102,000
- Airbag system62,000median 62,000 miles, middle half 38,000 to 90,000
- Electrical system70,000median 69,850 miles, middle half 42,000 to 100,000
- Seat belts54,000median 54,000 miles, middle half 33,000 to 73,000
- Problems owners could not categorise77,000median 77,000 miles, middle half 51,000 to 106,000
- Transmission and driveline42,000median 41,500 miles, middle half 8,500 to 80,000
- Steering38,000median 38,000 miles, middle half 8,000 to 83,000
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 447 | 15.7% | 62,000 | 21,000–102,000 |
| Airbag system | 425 | 14.9% | 62,000 | 38,000–90,000 |
| Electrical system | 344 | 12.1% | 70,000 | 42,000–100,000 |
| Seat belts | 216 | 7.6% | 54,000 | 33,000–73,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 207 | 7.3% | 77,000 | 51,000–106,000 |
| Transmission and driveline | 168 | 5.9% | 42,000 | 8,500–80,000 |
| Steering | 120 | 4.2% | 38,000 | 8,000–83,000 |
| Brakes | 119 | 4.2% | 30,000 | 8,000–62,000 |
| Seats | 115 | 4.0% | 75,000 | 51,000–100,000 |
| Visibility/wiper | 99 | 3.5% | 71,000 | 50,000–100,000 |
Which systems, and when
Complaints about this generation are not spread evenly across the vehicle, and the systems that generate the most of them do not all fail at the same point in a car's life. The median failure across all systems here is 59,000 miles; the figures below show which parts of the car run ahead of that and which run behind.
The engine accounts for 15.7% of complaints (447 reports, 351 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 62,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 21,000 and 102,000 miles.
The airbag system accounts for 14.9% of complaints (425 reports, 175 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 62,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 38,000 and 90,000 miles.
The electrical system accounts for 12.1% of complaints (344 reports, 249 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 69,850 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 42,000 and 100,000 miles.
The seat belts account for 7.6% of complaints (216 reports, 58 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 54,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 32,954 and 73,000 miles.
Problems owners could not categorise accounts for 7.3% of complaints (207 reports, 125 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 77,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 51,000 and 106,000 miles.
The transmission and driveline accounts for 5.9% of complaints (168 reports, 126 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 41,500 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 8,400 and 80,000 miles.
Differences between model years
Within this generation, complaint volume is not constant across model years. The 2012 model year drew the most — 1,011 complaints — while 2014 drew the fewest at 312. The median year sits at 762.
Recalls and what they cover
NHTSA records 7 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation. A recall means the manufacturer or the regulator concluded there was a safety defect or a standard was not met, and that a free remedy is owed to owners — including second and later owners.
Recall status is specific to the individual vehicle, not the model. Checking a VIN against NHTSA's lookup is free and takes under a minute, and it is the only way to know whether a particular car has had the work done.
Reported severity
Of the 2,847 complaints filed against this generation, 128 reported a crash; 21 reported a fire; 137 reported an injury; 3 reported a fatality. Crash-involved reports represent 4.5% of the total.
These are owner-reported outcomes, not verified investigations, and they are not adjusted for how many of these vehicles are on the road. They are included because the distinction between a fault that strands a car and a fault that causes a collision is the one that matters most, and it is not visible in a complaint count alone.
What this means if you are buying one
For a buyer, failures on this generation are spread rather than concentrated: the middle half falls between 21,000 and 90,000 miles, with a median of 59,000. There is no single mileage threshold to watch, which means condition and maintenance records are more informative than the odometer.
On inspection, the engine and the airbag system are where this generation's reports concentrate, so those are the areas worth a specific look. The engine in particular shows a median failure mileage of 62,000, which gives a concrete number to compare against the odometer of any car you are considering.
None of this is a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on the individual car. Aggregate patterns describe a population; the example in front of you has its own history.
Documented problems
Electrical 2011–2014
Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failure — internal relay/solder degradation, most commonly the fuel pump relay, causing no-start, stall while driving, and unrelated multi-system electrical faults (wipers, horn, lights). Shared with other 2011-2014 Chrysler/Dodge products using the 04692346-family TIPM.
Engine 2011–2013
Unexpected engine stalling without stored fault codes, concentrated in the early years of the generation; a large share of the generation's ODI complaint volume.
Transmission 2011–2014
The 4-speed automatic paired with the 2.4L (base trims) draws harsh/erratic shift and durability complaints; the 6-speed 62TE is the stronger pairing.
By model year
| Year | Complaints | With mileage |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 518 | 377 |
| 2012 | 1,011 | 736 |
| 2013 | 1,006 | 619 |
| 2014 | 312 | 181 |
Recalls (7)
| Campaign | Date | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 17V640000 | 2017-12-04 | Seats:front Assembly:head Restraint |
| 16V668000 | 2017-08-15 | Seat Belts:pretensioner |
| 13V552000 | 2013-12-24 | Engine |
| 13V282000 | 2013-11-19 | Air Bags |
| 13V043000 | 2013-04-04 | Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly |
| 11V487000 | 2011-12-28 | Engine and Engine Cooling |
| 11V315000 | 2011-07-04 | Steering:column |
What owners reported
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the low beam lights were defective. The low beam would not illuminate properly and appeared as a shadow. The contact had to use the high beams to illuminate the roadway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times where the dealer adjusted the…
2011 · 3 miles · Visibility equipment
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. In addition, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond. The vehicle stalled and the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A…
2011 · 14 miles · Engine
Brought car new off show room floor at dave dennis Chrysler Dodge dealer dayton ohio on a cloudy rainy day on the next day dry and nice out on the rear and passenger side of the car i could see marks in the paint took back to the dealer and ask what happen to the paint they said they will take care of it but a few…
2011 · 15 miles · Body structure
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the brakes made a squealing noise whenever the brake pedal was lightly depressed. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who informed the contact that the noise was normal. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer due to…
2011 · 23 miles · Hydraulic brake circuit
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