Chrysler 200 2015–2017 problems by year and mileage
2nd generation · CUSW (Compact U.S. Wide, Fiat Compact-derived)
NHTSA data through 18 October 20262,380 complaints, 1,712 with mileageMethod
Which year is yours? Tap it to see what breaks on it.
The 2015 Chrysler 200
Close- Median failure report
- 44,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 1,993
- Recalls naming this year
- 8
Most reported on the 2015
- Electrical system755 reports · median 50,000 mi
- Transmission and driveline695 reports · median 37,000 mi
- Engine607 reports · median 47,000 mi
Recall areas Electrical system — software · Power train — automatic transmission · Air bags — sensor
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2016 Chrysler 200
Close- Median failure report
- 41,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 344
- Recalls naming this year
- 2
Most reported on the 2016
- Engine132 reports · median 41,000 mi
- Electrical system112 reports · median 45,000 mi
- Airbag system88 reports · median 45,000 mi
Recall areas Electrical system — software · Structure
Check the VIN at NHTSA
The 2017 Chrysler 200
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 43
- Recalls naming this year
- 1
Most reported on the 2017
- Engine21 reports
- Electrical system13 reports
- Transmission and driveline10 reports
Recall areas Electrical system — software
Check the VIN at NHTSA
Tiles: each year’s median failure mileage. Latest: the 2015; earliest: the 2016, and the 2015 is 1 year older (part of the gap is age). 1 of these years carries fewer than 30 reports with an odometer reading and shows no median at all, rather than one computed from a handful.
The short answer
“Is the 2015–2017 Chrysler 200 reliable?”
- Median of reported failures
- 44,000 mi
- 90% of reports came by
- 95,000 mi
- Reports with mileage
- 1,712
- Recalls
- 9
Most reported
- Electrical system37.0% of complaints · median 48,000 mi
- Transmission and driveline32.3% of complaints · median 39,000 mi
- Engine31.9% of complaints · median 47,000 mi
Owners filed 2,380 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015–2017 Chrysler 200; the electrical system leads with 37% of them, and half of the 1,712 that record an odometer reading came by 44,000 miles — complaints, not a failure rate.
No single peak: the middle half runs 15,000 to 70,000 miles.
Before-you-buy checklist ↓At your mileage ↓Check this VIN — NHTSA ↗
How many miles does a 2015–2017 Chrysler 200 last?
On the 2015–2017 Chrysler 200, half of the 1,712 complaints that record an odometer reading were filed by 44,000 miles and 90% by 95,000 miles (why that is not a lifespan).
24 reports came in past 150,000 miles and 2 past 200,000 — each one proof that a 200 reached that mileage, not that it failed there.
Figure 1 · Chrysler 200 2015–2017 · 1,712 reports with mileage
Mileage at failure
5,000-mile bins, 0 to 200,000 miles, linear scale; tallest bar 223 complaints
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 200,000+ — 2 complaints (0.1%), plotted separately
- 10%
- 3,000
- 25%
- 15,000
- Median
- 44,000
- 75%
- 70,000
- 90%
- 95,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–5,000 | 223 | 13.0% |
| 5,000–10,000 | 113 | 6.6% |
| 10,000–15,000 | 90 | 5.3% |
| 15,000–20,000 | 89 | 5.2% |
| 20,000–25,000 | 56 | 3.3% |
| 25,000–30,000 | 58 | 3.4% |
| 30,000–35,000 | 64 | 3.7% |
| 35,000–40,000 | 90 | 5.3% |
| 40,000–45,000 | 91 | 5.3% |
| 45,000–50,000 | 83 | 4.8% |
| 50,000–55,000 | 84 | 4.9% |
| 55,000–60,000 | 88 | 5.1% |
| 60,000–65,000 | 84 | 4.9% |
| 65,000–70,000 | 69 | 4.0% |
| 70,000–75,000 | 71 | 4.1% |
| 75,000–80,000 | 48 | 2.8% |
| 80,000–85,000 | 46 | 2.7% |
| 85,000–90,000 | 42 | 2.5% |
| 90,000–95,000 | 52 | 3.0% |
| 95,000–100,000 | 36 | 2.1% |
| 100,000–105,000 | 30 | 1.8% |
| 105,000–110,000 | 17 | 1.0% |
| 110,000–115,000 | 15 | 0.9% |
| 115,000–120,000 | 5 | 0.3% |
| 120,000–125,000 | 10 | 0.6% |
| 125,000–130,000 | 8 | 0.5% |
| 130,000–135,000 | 9 | 0.5% |
| 135,000–140,000 | 9 | 0.5% |
| 140,000–145,000 | 5 | 0.3% |
| 145,000–150,000 | 3 | 0.2% |
| 150,000–155,000 | 7 | 0.4% |
| 155,000–160,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 160,000–165,000 | 1 | 0.1% |
| 165,000–170,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 175,000–180,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 180,000–185,000 | 3 | 0.2% |
| 185,000–190,000 | 1 | 0.1% |
| 190,000–195,000 | 3 | 0.2% |
| 195,000–200,000 | 1 | 0.1% |
| 200,000+ | 2 | 0.1% |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.
Common 200 problems, and when they happen
Figure 2 · Chrysler 200 2015–2017
When each system fails
Bar: middle half of reports · notch: median · proportional (log) scale (how to read it)
- Brakes148 reportsmedian 30,000middle half 7,000–60,000
- Throttle and speed control182 reportsmedian 37,000middle half 7,000–58,000
- Transmission and driveline768 reportsmedian 39,000middle half 11,000–66,000
- Engine760 reportsmedian 47,000middle half 18,000–74,000
- Electrical system880 reportsmedian 48,000middle half 18,000–75,000
- Problems owners could not categorise337 reportsmedian 51,000middle half 18,000–71,000
- Airbag system420 reportsmedian 55,000middle half 36,000–74,000
- Your odometer, once entered below
Ordered by median mileage, earliest first.
All systems in a table
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 880 | 37.0% | 48,000 | 18,000–75,000 |
| Transmission and driveline | 768 | 32.3% | 39,000 | 11,000–66,000 |
| Engine | 760 | 31.9% | 47,000 | 18,000–74,000 |
| Airbag system | 420 | 17.6% | 55,000 | 36,000–74,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 337 | 14.2% | 51,000 | 18,000–71,000 |
| Throttle and speed control | 182 | 7.6% | 37,000 | 7,000–58,000 |
| Brakes | 148 | 6.2% | 30,000 | 7,000–60,000 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 129 | 5.4% | 55,000 | 30,000–78,000 |
| Steering | 111 | 4.7% | 38,000 | 7,000–60,000 |
| Fuel and propulsion system | 71 | 3.0% | 60,000 | 24,000–79,000 |
Known problems with the 2015–2017 200
Engine 2015–2017
2.4L Tigershark excessive oil consumption — piston ring / cylinder bore incompatibility allows oil past the rings to be burned; owners report roughly a quart per 1,000 miles, and the low-oil-pressure warning does not illuminate early enough to prevent running low, leading to unexpected shutdown. Subject of the Wood v. FCA US class action and FCA Customer Satisfaction Notifications; FCA also attributed part of the consumption to Interactive Deceleration Fuel ShutOff (IDFSO) calibration drawing oil into the cylinders on overrun.
Transmission 2015–2016
ZF 948TE 9-speed harsh, erratic, and delayed shifting, hunting between gears, and unexpected shifts to neutral. FCA addressed it through repeated TSB software reflashes, which owners widely described as only marginally effective; the same transmission drew recalls in sister vehicles (Cherokee KL, Renegade).
Interior/Controls 2015–2017
Rotary electronic gear selector draws misapplied-gear and shift-confirmation complaints; unlike a conventional PRNDL it gives no mechanical detent feedback.
Before you buy a 2015–2017 200: the 3-minute check
Generated from 1,712 mileage-tagged complaints, 9 recall campaigns, 3 documented problem areas.
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 9 campaigns cover this generation.
- Check engine on 2015–2017 cars. What each looks like: Known problems.
- Check transmission on 2015–2016 cars.
- Check Interior/Controls on 2015–2017 cars.
- Years differ here: from 43 to 1,993 complaints a year — compare them by model year.
- End with a pre-purchase inspection of this car.
200 problems by mileage: where your car sits
Type your odometer, or read the table.
| System | Middle half of reports, mi | At 60k mi66% below | At 90k mi87% below | At 120k mi96% below | At 150k mi99% below | At 200k mi100% below |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 18,000–75,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Transmission and driveline | 11,000–66,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Engine | 18,000–74,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Airbag system | 36,000–74,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 18,000–71,000 | in window | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Throttle and speed control | 7,000–58,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Brakes | 7,000–60,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
Figure 3 · Chrysler 200 2015–2017 · 1,712 reports with mileage
Share of reports below each mileage
Steps at bin edges (how to read it)
- 60,000 mi — 66% of reports below
- 90,000 mi — 87% of reports below
- 120,000 mi — 96% of reports below
- 150,000 mi — 99% of reports below
- 200,000 mi — 100% of reports below
- Median (the 50% line)
- Your odometer, once entered
Linear axis, same as Figure 1.
2015–2017 Chrysler 200 recalls (9)
NHTSA records 9 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation (what a recall is).
The campaigns cluster around the electrical system (3), the transmission and driveline (2), body structure (1) (why one area can repeat).
May 2018 · 2015–2017 · Electrical SystemIf the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500…
What can happen. If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may…
Aug 2016 · 2016 · StructureIf the chassis fastener joints are improperly torqued they may loosen and fail or fall out, reducing steering…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured May 24, 2016, to May 25, 2016. Multiple chassis fastener joints may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification.
What can happen. If the chassis fastener joints are improperly torqued they may loosen and fail or fall out, reducing steering and handling capability and increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the joints and tighten or replace the fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2016. Owners may contact…
Jul 2016 · 2015 · Power TrainIf the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade, RAM ProMaster, and 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission sensor clusters may have…
What can happen. If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module and the Transmission Control Module and if necessary replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness, free of charge.…
Feb 2016 · 2015 · Air BagsIf both pieces were not replaced together, the occupant detection and classification system may not be…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured April 7, 2014, to August 3, 2015. During service work, the affected vehicles may have had either the Occupant Classification Module (OCM) or the Seat Cushion Foam…
What can happen. If both pieces were not replaced together, the occupant detection and classification system may not be properly calibrated and the passenger air bag may improperly deploy in the event of a crash…
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a new OCM-SCF seat service kit, free of charge. The recall began on May 27, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Jul 2015 · 2015 · Electrical SystemAn intermittent loss of power to electrical components could cause a vehicle to stall without warning…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured January 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a Power Distribution Center (PDC) electrical connector that may cause intermittent power…
What can happen. An intermittent loss of power to electrical components could cause a vehicle to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the C4 connector using a 12 wire split kit for 3.6L engines, or replace the transmission wiring harness for 2.4L engines, free of charge. The…
Jul 2015 · 2015 · EquipmentExploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper…
What can happen. Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own…
Feb 2015 · 2015 · Power TrainIf the shift indicator displays "Park" but the park lock does not engage, the vehicle may roll away…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured March 9, 2014, to December 15, 2014, and equipped with a 9-speed automatic transmission. The automatic transmission parking pawl may become contaminated or the park…
What can happen. If the shift indicator displays "Park" but the park lock does not engage, the vehicle may roll away increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers inspect the transmission. Any transmission found with contamination or a park rod will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2015. Owners may…
Aug 2014 · 2015 · Electrical SystemExcessive heat and melting wiring insulation may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The defect. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured May 19, 2014, to June 21, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been built with a driver side door wiring harness of an insufficient wire gauge, resulting in…
What can happen. Excessive heat and melting wiring insulation may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door wiring harness, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Jul 2014 · 2015 · SuspensionDamage to the tire or reduced braking increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
The defect. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and RAM 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles. Due to an insufficient weld, the rear shocks may detach from the vehicle at one end and possibly damage other chassis components, the…
What can happen. Damage to the tire or reduced braking increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shocks and replace any affected ones, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number…
Crashes, fires and injuries owners reported
Out of 2,380 complaints against this generation, owners also reported:
- Crashes
- 124 (5.2%)
- Fires
- 35
- Injury reports
- 67
- Fatality reports
- 0
200 problems by model year
The 2015 drew the most complaints of this generation, 1,993, most of them about the electrical system, and the 2017 the fewest, 43. A typical year drew about 344.
That makes the 2015 stand out at roughly 5.8 times a typical year (what a yearly count can and cannot say).
| Year | Complaints | With mileage | Median miles | Most reported | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1,993 | 1,440 | 44,000 | Electrical system (755) | 8 |
| 2016 | 344 | 244 | 41,000 | Engine (132) | 2 |
| 2017 | 43 | 28 | under 30 reports | Engine (21) | 1 |
What 200 owners reported
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced electrical issues that caused the instrument panel to be blank intermittently, and the cruise control failed to disengage. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed, and a software update was performed…
2015 · 168,000 miles · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the message that the transmission was too hot was displayed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, and the contact was advised to take the vehicle to a dealer. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the…
2015 · 131,000 miles · Transmission and driveline
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving, the vehicle unexpectedly shut off. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic on three separate occasions, and the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was informed that…
2015 · 180,000 miles · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rear-view camera displayed an intermittently distorted, darkened, or green screen. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact researched and was made aware of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not…
2015 · 65,000 miles · Reversing camera and sensors
Built from 1,712 NHTSA complaints with mileage · snapshot 2026-10-20 · open data · how it is built
Other 200 generations
- 200 2011–2014 1,267 reports with mileage, most about the engine