2012 CHRYSLER 200

4 recalls, 1,011 complaints - 257 TSBs

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

Defect Description

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.

Consequence

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.

363,930 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

AIR BAGS

Defect Description

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 pret... Read more

Consequence

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... Read more

1,435,625 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Defect Description

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Sebring and 200 vehicles manufactured June 28, 2011, through December 13, 2012; model year 2011-2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured June 25, 2011, through January 14, 2013; model year 2011-2012 Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, t... Read more

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N3... Read more

442,320 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Defect Description

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHRYSLER VEHICLES, INCLUDING 200 AND TOWN AND COUNTRY MODELS, DODGE VEHICLES, INCLUDING CHARGER, DURANGO, GRAND CARAVAN AND JOURNEY MODELS AND JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 31, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 13, 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED W... Read more

Consequence

CONNECTING ROD FAILURE MAY LEAD TO ENGINE SEIZURE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE ENGINE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

667 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC

Complaint Statistics

1,011 total complaints 45 crashes 8 fires 42 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	147
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	132
AIR BAGS	129
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	103
SEAT BELTS	72
VISIBILITY/WIPER	54
POWER TRAIN	51
STEERING	47
SERVICE BRAKES	43
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	32

Incident date: Apr 13, 2026

This vehicle has suffered from persistent, substantial, and uncorrected defects, including but not limited to failures in the 48V mild-hybrid electrical system, lithium-ion battery system, DC/DC converter and coolant system. These defects have substantially impaired the vehicle’s use, value and sa... Read more

Incident date: Jan 13, 2026

approaching a round about at a slow rate of speed, prior to entering I noticed there was time to safely enter the round about ahead of a car also entering the roundabout from another direction. I pushed the accelerator pedal to about 30% at the time I choose to enter the traffic circle and attempted... Read more

Incident date: Sep 23, 2024

The contact owns a 2011 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while her husband was at a stop sign, the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was successfully jump-started; however, after driving approximately one mile, the vehicle began jerking and lost power again and was pushed to a residence. The c... Read more

Incident date: Sep 23, 2024

The contact owns a 2012 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that occasionally, while driving at various speeds at night, the headlights intermittently became inoperable. The failure occurred with the high beam and low beam headlights. Additionally, the windshield wipers only operated at high speeds bec... Read more

Incident date: Sep 23, 2024

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time... Read more

Incident date: Aug 9, 2025

On the morning of July 26, 2025, while returning home from a grocery shopping trip, my vehicle experienced a sudden and severe loss of power while traveling on an interstate highway with a posted speed limit of 65 mph. Without warning, the car ceased to accelerate and began to decelerate rapidly. I ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 9, 2025

Car only has 20,000 miles and the horn already needs to be replaced

Incident date: Aug 9, 2025

Truck is draining its battery after sitting in a downtime period. (6-12 hours) leaving me stranded. This has happened more than 20 times since 12/26/2024. I DO HAVE INFORMATION TO SUBMIT FOR SHOP (VISITS), HOWEVER AT THE TIME I AM FILLING THIS OUT I HAVE NO WAY TO ENTER THAT INFORMATION HERE. THE SH... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2025

The power steering rack failed making it difficult to steer the vehicle. The problem steadily grew worse over several months and was verified by a dealer service center. Clearly, faulty steering is a safety risk and one that Honda is aware of, having previously recalled 1.7 million vehicles similar ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 19, 2025

The passenger sliding door on my 2021 Chrysler Pacifica is stuck half way open and will not move. The vehicle was parked and we opened the automatic door and it opened fine. I pushed the close button and it closed half way and stopped. The cables that connect the door to the open/close motor ar... Read more

Incident date: Dec 18, 2024

The engine shut off unexpectedly while stopped at a stop light. It shifted into park and applied the emergency brake automatically. It would not restart immediately and I saw a malfunction warning light with a battery fault symbol on the dashboard.

Incident date: Dec 18, 2024

The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Palisade. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat belt unintendedly unlatched with an occupant seated in the seat. The contact stated that the alarm sounded as if the seat belt was not being used while the seat was occupied. The vehicle was not taken... Read more

Incident date: Dec 18, 2024

It started 4 years ago right after purchasing the vehicle. I slammed on my breaks and my child’s seatbelt unbuckled and he came flying forward and hit the back of the seat in front. I reported this to the Hyundai dealership where they reluctantly replaced my seatbelt. It has come unlatched less fr... Read more

Incident date: Dec 28, 2024

I took the car to the dealer because the codes was reading engine assembly issues. I took it to the dealer and they stated it was the knock sensor and they got it approved to replace it now they saying it's the engine and it was denied. I just got the engine from the dealership in 2020

Incident date: Oct 4, 2024

At 49k miles and 4 months out of warranty, the car began leaking oil and smelling like smoke. The dealer diagnosed with a cracked cylinder head and repaired it.

Incident date: Sep 14, 2024

The car is frequently but intermittently reporting a failure with the front camera: "Front camera fault Service required". When this happens, the adaptive cruise control and other ADAS are disabled, which is a safety hazard while driving the car, especially at highway speeds. This issue began very ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 22, 2024

I have a 2016 Pilot Touring that is giving me a perplexing problem. After having the audio system turned on for a few minutes (regardless of whether the car engine is on or off), I start hearing static noise - faintly at first, then it builds louder and louder until it overcomes whatever I was liste... Read more

Incident date: Mar 18, 2021

My car has roughly 55,000 miles on it. The check engine light was turning on and off intermittently. Every time I took it to the dealership, the light would go off and they could not retrieve a code. Recently it started idling rough when it would first start. Within a few days it started driving ver... Read more

Incident date: Mar 18, 2021

Incident date: Oct 25, 2021

Water intrusion on Track Light started with small section becoming dim March 2023. Left license plate bulb/housing went out october 2023 with corrosion on plug. February 2024 entire hatch lighting out (track light + both license plate lights).

Incident date: Jan 20, 2024

1. Under certain circumstances, the vehicle is able to decelerate using its regenerative braking system without illuminating the brake lights. This occurs during "one pedal driving" where the operator is driving only using the throttle to both accelerate and decelerate the car, without the input of... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jan 20, 2024

Lost power on the freeway, flashing check engine light. Dealership said my fuel injectors failed causing my engine to fail. At 133k miles the car needs its second new motor. It is currently at Phil Long Kia in Colorado Springs waiting a voluntary repossession as I cannot see paying 10k for repairs o... Read more

Incident date: Nov 16, 2023

The car started overheating while on my way home from a trip. I had to get a wrecker to haul it in. Ford offered no help. It was the water pump. Milage at the time was 103,000, Cost to fix $3000. So no Thanksgiving for me this year.

Incident date: Aug 24, 2023

The car shut down while driving. The tech explained that the oil pump failed and ruined the engine. The tech also alerted us to this being an issue that the NHTSA was investigating.

Incident date: Aug 24, 2023

My rack and pinion it’s leaking the power steering and the Nissan or no auto parts store make it so not even Nissan can get the problem fix

Incident date: Aug 24, 2023

Rear seat entertainment causes blind spot when screen is down. Driver cannot see cars behind via the rear view mirror.

Incident date: Sep 29, 2023

Coolant intrusion issue which is known to occur in this specific engine which is shared across many of Ford's automobiles. Customer Satisfaction Program 21N12 and 19B37 My car is just outside of the program guidelines- however it was in the dealership prior to it exceeding the program guidelines ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 29, 2023

Steering wheel is sticky at highway speed causing overcorrection to maintain the car in the lane. Especially concerning in rain.

Incident date: Sep 12, 2023

The seat belt has been buckled but disconnects once I drive. It has trouble connecting when I get in car. I have to push it in and pull for it to connect. I asked Washington Honda about recall and they said none were issued. I've never spilled food in it as I rarely have food in car.

Incident date: May 1, 2023

The contact's wife owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving 65-68 MPH, the vehicle decelerated independently to 40 MPH. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond and lost motive power. Additionally, the steering wheel became difficult to t... Read more

Incident date: Jul 17, 2023

The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the windshield had cracked with no external cause. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was the windshield was replaced. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 45-50 MPH, the vehicle ahead slowed down, slid and stopped s... Read more

Crash

Incident date: May 19, 2023

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Focus. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be determined. The contact stated that on a separate occasion while driving at an undisclosed... Read more

Incident date: May 19, 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V162000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufact... Read more

Crash

Incident date: May 19, 2023

I was driving on the interstate and heard a very loud noise. The glass moon completely shattered without warning. Pieces of the shattered glass were falling off the vehicle and inside. The temperature that day was warm and a storm was coming in. The barometer pressure was changing as the storm was a... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that after a routine oil change was performed, a month later the oil warning light illuminated. Upon inspection, the dipstick displayed that a quart of oil was needed. The contact stated that after adding oil, the oil light turned off. The vehi... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2023

Replaced catalytic converter been to the shop twice. It keeps having reoccurring issue of not wanting to accelerate, won’t go over 54, wont go over 2000 rpm, stalls and misfires. My neighbor has same model and year and just had to replace catalytic converter as well.

Incident date: May 1, 2023

Incident date: Apr 24, 2023

Unknown other than I requested Vernon Chevrolet in CT repair my recall on January 2, 2023 but have yet to hear back

Incident date: Apr 24, 2023

Unknown other than I requested Vernon Chevrolet in CT repair my recall on January 2, 2023 but have yet to hear back

Incident date: Sep 13, 2017

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, a loud noise was heard coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle then lost motive power while coming to a stop at a stop signal. The vehicle was able to restart; however, the failure reocc... Read more

Incident date: Sep 13, 2017

Engine Failure at 73,000 miles with routine maintenance, under warranty (TXXM). Knocking sound from car, engine light started flashing and unable to accelerate on highway, putting myself and others on the road in danger. Immediately pulled off highway at next available exit and had the vehicle towe... Read more

Incident date: Sep 13, 2017

Incident date: Jan 23, 2023

During the rainstorms here in sacramento California water was coming inside the truck. At the dealer it was diagnosed with the 3rd brake light and flapper vents needed replacement that was the cause of water leaks. water was entering on the back cabin and baseboards were flooded. It’s a safety haz... Read more

Incident date: May 31, 2020

I own a 2012 Chrysler 200, That I Purchased Used but in excellent condition from a reputable dealer, and had a private pre-purchase inspection by a Mechanic (showing no major issues, and I have that report). I drove my car for just around 10-14 months, performed regular maintenance, and had no issue... Read more

Incident date: Dec 4, 2022

Vehicle will turn off while driving, causing steering wheel to lock up. This has happened 3 times. Engine light has come on this time and has codes U0100, U0121 and U11. I’ve had the vehicle checked at NTB, but was told these must be addressed by Chrysler. My safety has been affected while driving... Read more

Incident date: Dec 4, 2022

Incident date: Aug 4, 2022

The contact owns a 2012 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, numerous warning lights illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact lost power steering and power brakes and was unable to pull the vehicle off to side of the roadway. The contact had the vehicle towed ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 20, 2022

My head rest restraint deployed overnight whole the car was sitting in my driveway. I see multiple complaints of this and reached out to a dealership/Chrysler corporate and they said I have to pay for it out of pocket. They said the warranty for it was extended but I never received a notification of... Read more

Incident date: Sep 20, 2022

Incident date: Jul 30, 2022

Active Head Restraint deploy on their own and without warning. Unable to reset AHR due to broken cheap plastic.

Showing 50 of 1,011 complaints.

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2012 CHRYSLER 200

2012 Chrysler 200 C FWD

Category	Rating
Rollover Risk	0.0%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	No
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2012 CHRYSLER 200

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	21.0	29.0	24.0	Regular	$2,600
2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	20.0	30.0	23.0	Regular	$2,700
3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive)	19.0	28.0	22.0	Gasoline or E85	$2,850

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 CHRYSLER 200

257 manufacturer communications from 108 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	28
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	24
160000 STRUCTURE	19
100000 POWER TRAIN	19
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	18
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.	14
050000 PARKING BRAKE	8
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	7

350000 EQUIPMENT

LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.

020000 SUSPENSION

LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK

350000 EQUIPMENT

wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. Also, consider the followin

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY (with mileage above 30,000) review and follow instructions from STAR Online S1809000007 REV. C available on Dealer Connect. Als

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

100000 POWER TRAIN

Emissions recal U67 Catalytic Converter Efficiency

103110 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Some of the above-involved vehicles may exceed NOx (Oxides of Nitrogen) emission level standards due to loss of catalytic converter efficiency

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Some of the above-involved vehicles may exceed NOx (Oxides of Nitrogen) emission level standards due to loss of catalytic converter efficiency

063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

Some of the above-involved vehicles may exceed NOx (Oxides of Nitrogen) emission level standards due to loss of catalytic converter efficiency

163200 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DOOR

Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes when welding

160000 STRUCTURE

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

160000 STRUCTURE

100000 POWER TRAIN

Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) must be replace

220000 SEATS

Oil Filter If a Mopar Oil Filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils. Recommended Brands: Wix, Purolator, and NapaGold For concerns of V8 oil filter

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.

350000 EQUIPMENT

If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Customer Satisfaction Notification V51 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Customer Satisfaction Notification V51 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module

092300 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER

160000 STRUCTURE

100000 POWER TRAIN

050000 PARKING BRAKE

160000 STRUCTURE

100000 POWER TRAIN

050000 PARKING BRAKE

100000 POWER TRAIN

160000 STRUCTURE

100000 POWER TRAIN

050000 PARKING BRAKE

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.

100000 POWER TRAIN

PLATE, TORQUE CONVERTER DRIVE For 3.6L with 62TE NOTE: FOR ALL PROMASTER (VF) 3.6L/62TE EQUIPPED VEHICLES: IF THE TRANSMISSION BRACKET TO THE TRANSMISSION CASE FASTENERS ARE REMOVED DURING SERVICING, THE FASTENERS (Part Number 06511385A$)

350000 EQUIPMENT

PLATE, TORQUE CONVERTER DRIVE For 3.6L with 62TE NOTE: FOR ALL PROMASTER VF 3.6L/62TE EQUIPPED VEHICLES: IF THE TRANSMISSION BRACKET TO THE TRANSMISSION CASE FASTENERS ARE REMOVED DURING SERVICING, THE FASTENERS Part Number 06511385A$ ARE

100000 POWER TRAIN

Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders

010000 STEERING

Steering System Inspection After a Collision This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding conditions under which replacement or repair of steering system components are required.

356230 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING

Steering System Inspection After a Collision This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding conditions under which replacement or repair of steering system components are required.

160000 STRUCTURE

100000 POWER TRAIN

050000 PARKING BRAKE

160000 STRUCTURE

100000 POWER TRAIN

050000 PARKING BRAKE

100000 POWER TRAIN

Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usag

100000 POWER TRAIN

62TE 6-Speed Transmission Cracked Torque Converter (TC) Piston Repair Index, To Aid In Diagnosis And Repair

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

62TE 6-Speed Transmission Cracked Torque Converter (TC) Piston Repair Index, To Aid In Diagnosis And Repair

100000 POWER TRAIN

62TE 6-Speed Transmission Cracked Torque Converter (TC) Piston Repair Index, To Aid In Diagnosis And Repair

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

62TE 6-Speed Transmission Cracked Torque Converter (TC) Piston Repair Index, To Aid In Diagnosis And Repair

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) All vehicles equipped with a 3.2L or 3.6L except for model year 2014 vehicles with leak concern: 1) Ensure the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA) Cap O-ring is seated in the proper groove in the cap and not

221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2012-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS) (Rev. B)

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2012-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS) (Rev. A)

220000 SEATS

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2012-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS) (Rev. A)

222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2012-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS) (Rev. A)

222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2012-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS) (Rev. A)

221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2012-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2012-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS) (Rev. A)

221300 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS)

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS)

220000 SEATS

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS)

350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS)

222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS)

222300 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Warranty Bulletin D-20-16 (X84) Active Head Restraint - Select 2010-2018 Dodge Journey (JC) and 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger/Chrysler 200 (JS)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

(Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

(Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

(Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

(Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

(Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns

108000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION CASE/HOUSING

(Revision A) No Start No Crank ? Starter Will Not Engage And There Are No Related Codes Or Concerns

073300 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:THROTTLEBODY/MANIFOLD

THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

THROTTLE BODY For clarification, only use 68414676A$ on 2010 & earlier vehicles as supply is limited.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

100000 POWER TRAIN

350000 EQUIPMENT

Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

160000 STRUCTURE

Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

350000 EQUIPMENT

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Possible Driveability Issues due to the Winter-Blend Fuel into the Warmer Season

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Speed Control Operates Intermittently

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Speed Control Operates Intermittently

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Speed Control Operates Intermittently

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Speed Control Operates Intermittently

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

No Start After Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Replacement and/or Reprogramming

020000 SUSPENSION

Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root cause without over repairing the system. Replace only the pa

160000 STRUCTURE

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

160000 STRUCTURE

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

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Authentic Mopar? Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar? Glass.

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Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, CHRYSLER 200

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2011

Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE19014 on September 9, 2019, to investigate 128 consumer complaints alleging that the Active Head Rest (AHR) inadvertently deployed without the occurrence of a crash or other rear impact event in model year (MY) 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Dur... ango vehicles.When ODI opened the investigation, ODI was aware of thirteen alleged injuries.A small number of Early Warning Reports identified driver and/or passenger front seat AHR inadvertent deployments without a rear impact event.Reported safety consequences resulting from the AHR deployments include concussions, headaches, soft tissue injuries, disorientation, nausea, vomiting and/or loss of vehicle control as a result of being surprised and distracted by being struck in the head by the inadvertent AHR deployment. On September 24, 2019, ODI sent an Information Request (IR) letter to Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA).ODI requested certain detailed information from FCA related to the following subject vehicles: MY 2010-2014 Dodge Avenger 200, MY 2010-2014 Dodge Calber, MY 2010-2014 Chrysler Sebring, MY 2013-2015 Ram Tradesman, MY 2012 Ram Van, MY 2010-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan, MY 2010-2016 Chrysler Town and Country, MY 2010-2017 Jeep Compass, MY 2011-2020 Dodge Durango, MY 2011-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, MY 2010-2019 Dodge Journey, MY 2010-2012 Jeep Liberty, MY 2010-2011 Jeep Nitro, and MY 2010-2011 Jeep Patriot vehicles.On December 2, 2019, ODI received a response from FCA that included vehicle production data, consumer complaints, field reports, warranty claims, manufacturer actions, production changes, and other data related to the alleged defect from the start of production (2010) through September 24, 2019.On January 27, 2020, ODI received an update to the December 2, 2019, IR response from FCA.On September 22, 2020, ODI requested additional subject vehicle AHR information from FCA.ODI received FCA's response on October 21, 2020.ODI subsequently received an update to FCA's October 21, 2020, response on February 16, 2021.During the investigation, ODI requested updates to certain IR questions on two occasions.FCA provided updates to question #2 on March 5, 2021, and questions #2 and #5 on May 26, 2023. FCA’s IR response data identified approximately 7.5 million subject vehicles (with approximately 15 million AHR assemblies).Due to the large number of vehicles and failure reports, ODI focused its analysis on the FCA vehicle model with the highest failure rate to represent the worst-case scenario.For this purpose, ODI focused on MY 2012-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles for its analysis.This population includes 710,890 vehicles that FCA manufactured between August 19, 2011, and August 8, 2015.ODI identified 2,839 alleged AHR failures within this limited population.ODI identified 263 alleged injuries that were caused by AHR failures in MY 2012-2015 Grand Cherokees vehicles.Of these alleged injuries, ODI categorized them as eighty-two (82) soft tissue (neck/whiplash, bruise) injuries, four (4) concussions, fifty-nine (59) headaches, and one hundred eighteen (118) without a specific injury description.Although complainants have alleged injuries, ODI has been unable to obtain evidence to substantiate or validate any injuries where medical treatment was required.Consumer outreach was conducted by ODI, where sixty-three (63) FCA complainants with alleged injuries were contacted.Twelve of the sixty-three FCA consumers responded and were interviewed by ODI.ODI requested medical records, however, only one response was provided. Attorneys representing the responding complainant provided a synopsis that indicated they had experienced prior neck-related injuries dating to the mid-1990s.ODI also contacted one hundred (100) consumers who submitted Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQ) in an attempt to validate alleged injuries. Despite the efforts of ODI, the office has been unsuccessful at obtaining substantive documentation/evidence supporting complaints that allege serious injuries (where pre-existing medical conditions did not already exist). In addition to the low severity of alleged injuries caused by AHR deployments, there have been eleven alleged crashes and two alleged lane departures within the entire subject vehicle population that has been in the field up to sixteen years (with over 8,500 AHR inadvertent deployments).ODI was not able to validate that the alleged crashes were the result of inadvertent head rest deployments, and the crashes were minor in nature. ODI has conducted a thorough investigation of the alleged safety defect and with up to sixteen years of exposure for some vehicles and over 8,500 inadvertent AHR deployments, no serious crashes or injuries could be validated in the sub-population of focus.The lack of serious injuries validated by ODI with such large period of field exposure is consistent with thework done by NHTSA’s Human Injury Research Division and the Biodynamic Research Corporation, which support that an inadvertent AHR deployment is not likely to cause serious injury.In addition to the low risk of injury, FCA released an extended warranty program that covers inadvertent AHR deployment for ten years / unlimited mileage from the vehicle's in-service date. PE19014 is closed with the FCA extended warranty program.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that a safety-related defect does not exist, and the Agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by new circumstances. To review a complete closing summary, please the attached closing report. To review the ODI reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.Read more

RQ, Closed , Model Year: 2015

Software security vulnerability

On July 23, 2015, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) launched Safety Recall 15V-461 to remedy security vulnerabilities in approximately 1.4 million model year (MY) 2013 through 2015 vehicles equipped with Uconnect head units (HU) 8.4A (RA3 radio) and 8.4AN (RA4 radio) manufactured by Harman Internation... al.On July 24, 2015, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query, RQ 15-004, to investigate HU security vulnerabilities and remedy effectiveness in the recalled population and to determine whether similar units have been supplied for use in other FCA vehicles.In an August 11, 2015 letter, FCA submitted a second Part 573 safety recall report expanding the scope of the Uconnect RA4 model radio to include additional 7,810 MY 2015 Jeep Renegade vehicles manufactured from September 18, 2014 through June 25, 2015 (Recall 15V-508).Scope analysis indicated that Uconnect radios installed in FCA vehicles not included in recalls 15V-461 or 15V-508 (subject recalls) are not equipped with built-in cellular access or short range wireless communication features and, thus, do not contain the security vulnerabilities addressed by the subject recalls. SUBJECT VEHICLES: MY2014 through 2015 Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Cherokee sport utility vehicles; MY2013 through 2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500 and 4500/5500 pickup trucks; MY2013 through 2015 Dodge Viper vehicles; and MY2015 Chrysler 200, 300, Jeep Renegade, Dodge Charger and Challenger vehicles.According to FCA, long and short range wireless vulnerabilities identified in the recalled vehicles could allow unauthorized third-party access to, and manipulation of, networked vehicle control systems.Successful exploitation of the vulnerabilities, coupled with reverse engineering of networked microprocessor control modules, could result in unauthorized manipulation of vehicle control systems. This unauthorized manipulation of vehicle controls and systems could expose the driver, vehicle occupants or other highway users to an increased risk of injury.FCA and its network provider, Sprint, conducted a nationwide campaign to block access to a radio communications port that was unintentionally left open.On July 27, 2015, short range wireless vulnerabilities were also blocked.Finally, third party security evaluation and regression testing identified vulnerabilities that were either remedied by Sprint or through updates to the FCA Uconnect software.ODI identified a total of 30 complaints or field reports on unique vehicles submitted by FCA (29) or received by NHTSA (1) alleging incidents of theft from a vehicle or anomalous performance that the owner alleged were caused by, or may have been caused by, remote hacking.Twenty-six (87%) of these reports were submitted after a magazine article was published on July 21, 2015, describing the remote hacking of an FCA vehicle by researchers who were able to affect the operation of various vehicle control systems, including the service brakes, steering, throttle and ignition.Most of the complaints involved vehicle systems that were not safety critical (e.g., complaints related to radio, navigation system, or air-conditioning control) and did not affect vehicle control.Three complaints reported engine stalls.One owner reported sudden unintended acceleration allegedly related to hacking.None of the complaints or field reports reviewed involved the steering and braking vehicle control effects demonstrated by the research hackers prior to the recall.There were no confirmed incidents of hacking in any of the records reviewed by ODI.The remedies completed by Sprint and FCA appear to have eliminated vulnerabilities that miRead more

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2011

Engine stall

During PE12-016, Chrysler identified a condition in model year (MY) 2011 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines that may result in engine stall when stopped or travelling at very low speeds.According to Chrysler, this condition occurs when the Powertrain Control Module (P... CM) initiates a purge monitor check while the engine is at idle which can result in an overly rich vapor condition and cause the engine to stall while stopped.Chrysler developed a software countermeasure to address the condition and has initiated a customer satisfaction campaign to reprogram the PCM on all affected vehicles. The bulletin was sent to dealers on September 28, 2012 and the owner letter mailing began on October 5, 2012.See the investigative file for copies of Chrysler's bulletin and owner letter.The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) analyzed complaints related to engine stall that were provided by Chrysler or submitted to ODI from consumers.The predominant failure mode identified involved stalling when stopped or travelling at low speeds.The complaint counts shown in this resume include incidents in which enough detail was available to verify the symptoms were related to the defect condition identified by Chrysler.Two complaints alleged engine stall resulting in collisions, one involving very minor damage and one involving a single vehicle road departure crash in which the vehicle was totalled.In the first incident, the vehicle stalled while stopped at an intersection and rolled back into a following vehicle resulting in a minor scratch in the rear bumper.In the second incident, the vehicle was totalled from damage sustained from striking a tree after failing to negotiate a sharp turn in wet road conditions.The police report does not include any references to stalling as a cause or contributor, but cites excessive speed entering the turn.Although there was evidence or prior history with stalling when stopped, there is no evidence that engine stall was a factor in the crash.The condition that is causing the majority of stalling incidents in the subject vehicles occurs at a stop or very low speed and allows the vehicle to be restarted immediately.The condition represents a low risk to motor vehicle safety and is adequately addressed by Chrysler's service campaign. This preliminary evaluation is closed.The ODI reports cited above can be viewed at www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following identification numbers (ODI Nos.):10458865, 10458713, 10456385, 10456270, 10452622, 10452327, 10451870, 10451243, 10450745, 10450609, 10449370, 10448136, 10446374, 10443383, 10428753, 10463086, 10463085, 10462966, 10462908, 10462901, 10462851, 10462772, 10462720, 10462702, 10462691.Read more

CHRYSLER 200 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the CHRYSLER 200 across all model years (2011, 2017).

24 Total Recalls

6,946 Total Complaints

3 Investigations

361 Reported Crashes

75 Reported Fires

3 Reported Deaths

CHRYSLER 200 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2018	0	1	View
2017	1	77	View
2016	2	589	View
2015	8	3,411	View
2014	1	312	View
2013	5	1,004	View
2012 (current)	4	1,011
2011	3	518	View
2010	0	23	View

Other CHRYSLER Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
TOWN AND COUNTRY	209	19,029	View
PACIFICA	150	10,200	View
SEBRING	114	4,101	View
300	112	6,460	View
VOYAGER	82	320	View
CIRRUS	53	1,232	View
LEBARON	48	837	View
NEW YORKER	44	1,035	View

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