10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
27 / 11
Injuries / Deaths:
13 / 0
Average Mileage:
37,062 miles

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problem #245

Apr 182017

200

  • 67,000 miles
Recall on electrical surge issue performed on 4/6/2017; since then my air bag icon and bell goes off and on and power steering icon pops on dash. On 4/18/2017, went to make a left turn and power steering icon came on and dash read "power steering not inactive". pulled the car over shut it down and restarted icon was gone car drove fine.

- Germantown, MD, USA

problem #244

Apr 082017

200

  • 41,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle independently switched gears and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. On a previous occasion, the speedometer lighting flashed intermittently and continued to flash after the failure. Also after the failure occurred, the vehicle hesitated to start and failed to shift from the neutral position. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the gear shift failed and needed to replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 41,000.

- Marietta, GA, USA

problem #243

Apr 152017

200

  • 647,890 miles
As I was going down the street my radio completely disabled then it came back on as if it hadn't been set already jumped back off stayed off then it came back on as if nothing happened(30mph),I was backing my car in to a parking spot on two separate occasions when in the process of doing so my park brakes jumped on out of no where and brought the car to a complete stop in its tracks(5/8mph)

- Murfreesboro, TN, USA

problem #242

Nov 232016

200 4-cyl

  • 55,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. While driving approximately 40 mph, a loud abnormal noise was heard from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle began to lose power and then stalled. The contact turned the engine of and was able to restart the vehicle. In addition, while depressing the accelerator pedal to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact noticed that the front passenger side tire was leaning outwards. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the axle had detached and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000. Updated 06/02/17

- Lawrenceville, GA, USA

problem #241

Nov 202016

200

  • 44,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. While driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle lost power and shut down without warning. The vehicle was restarted and towed to the dealer, but the failure could not be diagnosed. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V470000 (electrical system). The dealer performed a repair, but the failure recurred two days later. The vehicle was taken to another dealer who performed a flash. When the contact picked up the vehicle, the failure recurred after approximately 15 miles. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer and the power distribution center electrical connector was replaced. When the contact started the vehicle, the check engine indicator illuminated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle back to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.

- Milburn, OK, USA

problem #240

Mar 272017

200 4-cyl

  • 63,725 miles
The first time car in motion driving on interstate ramp to enter the highway and lost power; shut off. The second I was stopped at red light. The car was running and pulled off and shortly after the car shut off without warning. Almost been rear-ended twice due to the car shutting off.

- Germantown, MD, USA

problem #239

Jan 262017

200

  • 26,733 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was serviced per an unknown recall. The failure recurred and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired again. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 26,733.

- Forrest City, AR, USA

problem #238

Feb 012017

200

  • 51,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle suddenly shut off and would not immediately restart. The contact had previously replaced the battery and alternator, but the failure continued. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 51,000.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #237

Feb 242017

200

  • 51,404 miles
While driving the car on a city street ~ 30 mph, it dies. Tells me to shift to park and restart. Did this 3 times in a row. Each time I try to restart it sputters and acts like it won't restart. Was able to get to a parking lot less than a block away.

- West Des Moines, IA, USA

problem #236

Feb 242017

200

  • 34,500 miles
This morning when I was driving with my 2 year old daughter, my car had major failures. While driving on a highway (us-46), the anti-lock brakes failed first, then went the power steering next. Luckily I was able to pull off the road in time before getting crushed by a tractor trailer. Funny thing is, I knew this was coming. I called my local dealership on Wednesday to tell them I suspected my car was going to have the same issues others have had. My car started shaking quite a bit when I was drinking on Tuesday 2/21/17. When you research this for this model, you'll find all sorts of scary stories, like mine today. When I called the dealer's service department I was totally blown off, treated like a moron, and told they could see me on March 7. helpful, right? so I made an appointment at another dealership for tomorrow morning 2/25/17. Alas, I didn't make it. This is a very serious issue. Had I been driving on an interstate, this could have resulted in a major accident. I just hope someone reads this and understands 1. this is not the first person it happened to and 2. this issue is going to kill someone. I escaped with my life today. Others may not.

- Flanders, NJ, USA

problem #235

Feb 062017

200

  • 19,000 miles
- on October 25, 2016 the car went into limp mode and 'bucking' as I was driving down the road with my husband and three children in the car. I had the vehicle towed to stew's. I spoke with bob mckeehan and the sales manager, both assured me the car was safe and will be fixed. - October 27th ' 'seems it's an electrical problem rather than a transmission issue' - October 31st ' 'ordered a wiring harness' - November 1st ' 'car ready to go' - all paperwork showed recalls were fixed - January 23rd the car again went into limp mode and begins 'bucking' in the parking lot of my office. There were only 1610 miles put on it from October - January 30th ' picked up the car and was told it was the cam shaft. - February 4th ' the car goes into limp mode with my husband and children in the car - February 6th ' car towed in. Still in the shop. They don't know what to do with it. Car is still at the dealership.

- West Des Moines, IA, USA

problem #234

Sep 012015

200

  • miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V470000 (electrical system); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The VIN was not provided.

- Tuscaloosa, AL, USA

problem #233

Jan 192017

200

  • miles
My media center/radio suddenly powers off at any given moment and power on when it wants problem is while my seats are heated I can't turn them off unless the media screen is on. Huge problem. This issue is very annoying. My vehicle is either parked, in motion, or even at a stop light this happens periodically throughout my driving day.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #232

Jan 102017

200 4-cyl

  • 39,970 miles
I was driving on road at 38mph, car automatically slowed down and engine was shaking. I was hitting the gas but it wouldn't go faster. I pulled over unto the median. I was afraid of a wreck. I waited 10 mins and drove off but it wouldn't go pass 30 then it shut off. I had flashers on so I wouldn't get hit. It cranked after 3 tries. I finally drove home. When I pulled in driveway temperature went very hot and said, shut engine off temp is hot! the air wouldn't work either. Now my airbag sign is on and says service airbag. Im afraid to drive this vehicle and dealership are two weeks backed up. Please help. This car is unsafe for my family.

- Port Neches, TX, USA

problem #231

Jan 222017

200

  • 15,000 miles
I was parked on the street one day and couldn't start the car, I called a tow truck he right away said it's a electrical issue cause the battery worked, finally he got the car started the knob shifter was just loose it turned back and forth but didn't do anything so he said he can't tow the car since it wouldn't go into neutral. The funny thing is, it shows its in the neutral position but still it's parked and wouldn't move. So far I'm sitting in my car and donno what to do. What a lemon this car is, ever since I bought it I had issues with jumpy transmission.

- Spring Valley, NY, USA

problem #230

Dec 212016

200

  • 36,800 miles
While in motion, overheating light and electric throttle light came up on dash display, with temperature reading at 0. the vehicle still drove as normal, I pulled over and turned it off. Restarted after 30 secs and the lights where gone, just check engine light was. Took it to a dealership and was told I had a faulty thermastat. The dealer stated that they have been seeing this issue since November 2016 with Chrysler 200 & Jeep vehicles.

- East Syracuse, NY, USA

problem #229

Aug 202016

200

  • 2,200 miles
The vehicle is consuming the oil and then shuts off with no warning has left us in 2 intersections had the car looked at both times the dealership is monitoring oil after cryselr done a reset but it is still consuming oil I have spoke with crysler but nothing has been done to ensure my families safty.

- Madison, WV, USA

problem #228

Dec 262016

200

  • 15,000 miles
Over the past six months, car has been in and out of multiple dealerships for brake system and transmission issues. The transmission shifts erratically and lurches without warning. The brake system has now caused three accidents. The brake pedal will suddenly go to the floor, and lose all braking power. This has resulted in one major collision. Dealers have "fixed" the issues but they return. Parking brake randomly activates on its own, causing rear wheels to lock and a loss of control of the car. This last occurence the parking brake activated on its own, causing us to skid into a ditch while travelling 70mph. The dealer said the issue was the battery and returned the vehicle to us after charging us because the battery apparently isnt covered under warranty. The next day the brake system completely failed. The car has been in the shop for two weeks now. The have replaced every major component of the braking system, but cannot get the cars brakes to work properly. Chrysler either has no comment or doesn't care about the safety of its customers.

- Ponca City, OK, USA

problem #227

Nov 172016

200

  • 54,340 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the switch park warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the failure also made the vehicle difficult to start. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V470000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 54,340.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #226

Oct 122016

200 4-cyl

  • 20,000 miles
On multiple occasions, random times of day, I would attempt to start my car (or sometimes already be driving) but the engine light and parking light would turn on with a message reading "service transmission, service parking brake" and I can not get the car out of park. This happened at times when I was parked in my driveway, when I was at a complete stop at a red light and has even left me stranded in vacant parking lots. I took the car in for service and was told it was a software upgrade. I left my car, had the upgrade and the problem still occurs. I was told that the only option left is to replace the transmission. During all of my conversations and visits to the dealer, I surprised that no one has mentioned once to me that this car was recalled for electrical issues. I found that out myself when I was doing some research on the issue. This is a huge safety concern. I was left stranded in a parking lot overnight until I could find a ride to get me home, I've stalled out in the middle of the highway when I was stopped for traffic, and I've lost count of the amount of work days I've been out because was car has not been reliable enough to start when I need it to. The car is less than 1.5 years old. I shouldn't be dealing with these issues.

- North East, MD, USA

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