2011 Chrysler 200
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 336
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2011
Opened by NHTSA
35% of complaints
Complaints per year
2011: 336 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 336 |
| 2012 | 638 |
| 2013 | 627 |
| 2014 | 192 |
| 2015 | 1,989 |
| 2016 | 343 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
35% · 119 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Formal Customer Complaint request for manufacturer assistance. Vehicle, 2011 Chrysler200 Touring, VIN [XXX], engine3.6L V6.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-12
Also filed under Electrical system and fuel/propulsion system
Electrical system
20% · 68 reportsMost commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and 12v/24v/48v battery.
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Was sitting still in a medium and was rear ended. There was no deployment of airbag,other system requirement or notification.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-23
Also filed under Air bags
Car has been stalling during deceleration, braking and at stops. The issue was fixed only in one model when multiple years of this make and model was doing the same thing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-15
Also filed under Power train
I purchased the vehicle new on June 7, 2011. On September 29, 2011, while driving the vehicle on city streets and stopped at a traffic signal, the vehicle had a complete electrical system failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-10-05
Air bags
14% · 48 reportsMost commonly citing driver clockspring/spiral cassette.
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Tl* the contact loaned a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact was driving a 60 MPH on cruise control, two deer jumped in front and the vehicle swerved in order to avoid crashing into them.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-10
Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V668000 (Air bags). An unknown dealer was contacted, but could not provide the part for the repair within a reasonable time frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-24
Power train
11% · 38 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission.
Seat belts
7% · 25 reportsSafety timeline
3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2011-07-04Steering11V315000 Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011Dodge journey, Jeep wrangler, Chrysler 200, Chrysler 200 convertible, Dodge avenger, Dodge nitro, Jeep liberty, Dodge caliber, Jeep compass, Jeep…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 4, 2011. Owners may contact Chrysler at…
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2012-06-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 2012-10-15 Engine stall
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2013-11-19Air bags, electrical system13V282000 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…
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…
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2017-08-15Air bags, seat belts16V668000 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.
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.
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2019-09-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2026-02-25 Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment
Buy-smart checklist
2011 Chrysler 200 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 119 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 68 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 48 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 11V315000 · Steering
- Recall 13V282000 · Air bags, electrical system
- Recall 16V668000 · Air bags, seat belts
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- Is the 2011 Chrysler 200 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Chrysler 200 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chrysler 200?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Chrysler 200 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.