Chrysler 200 years to avoid and best years
Newer Chrysler 200 years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2015 has the most complaints per year, at 289 (1,987 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2017 at 7 (from 43 complaints), 2014 at 21 (from 192 complaints), and 2016 at 41 (from 344 complaints). On the 2015 Chrysler 200, 298 of 1,987 complaints name Powertrain.
Data as of .
Chrysler 200 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Chrysler 200. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 → Fewest | 7 | 43 | 1 | Engine | 24.8 |
| 2016 → Fewest | 41 | 344 | 2 | Air bags | 24.8 |
| 2015 → Most | 289 | 1,987 | 8 | Powertrain | 24 |
| 2014 → Fewest | 21 | 192 | 1 | Air bags | 22.6 |
| 2013 → | 43 | 628 | 5 | Air bags, Seat belts | 22.2 |
| 2012 → | 43 | 638 | 4 | Engine | 22.6 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Sedan
- Oil
- 0W-20 (2.4L four-cylinder; V6 may differ) · 5.8 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 225/55R17 (common)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 16V-529 covers certain 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles with 9-speed automatic transmissions among other FCA models: transmission sensor-cluster wire harness crimps may be insufficient, so the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral; dealers reprogram the powertrain and transmission control modules and replace the range-sensor harness if needed. Recall 15V-470 covers certain 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles whose Power Distribution Center C4 connector may cause intermittent power loss that can stall the vehicle; dealers replace the connector kit or transmission wiring harness by engine. Recall 18V-332 covers certain 2015-2017 Chrysler 200 vehicles among other FCA products: cruise-control wiring may allow unintended continued speed or acceleration; dealers inspect and flash engine or powertrain control module software.
Frequently asked questions
Which Chrysler 200 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2017 at 7 (from 43 complaints), 2014 at 21 (from 192 complaints), and 2016 at 41 (from 344 complaints).
Which Chrysler 200 year has the most owner complaints?
2015 has the most complaints per year, at 289 (1,987 complaints). On the 2015 Chrysler 200, 298 of 1,987 complaints name Powertrain.
How do Chrysler 200 owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Chrysler 200 years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones.
What engine oil does a Chrysler 200 use?
0W-20 (2.4L four-cylinder; V6 may differ)
What does NHTSA recall 16V-529 cover on the Chrysler 200?
Recall 16V-529 covers certain 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles with 9-speed automatic transmissions among other FCA models: transmission sensor-cluster wire harness crimps may be insufficient, so the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral; dealers reprogram the powertrain…
What generation is the 2016 Chrysler 200?
UF generation (2015-2017).