2015 Chrysler 200
This year had more than double the complaints of 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
- 1,989
- Recalls
- 8
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2015
Opened by NHTSA
38% of complaints
Complaints per year
2015: 1,989 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.
Electrical system
38% · 754 reportsMost commonly citing wiring and software.
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The wiring harness caught fire suddenly with no warning! It was on top of the intake under the cover. This is not acceptable!
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-16
My vehicle lost power while driving had my new born baby in the car with me I was told that it may be issue an electrical connection from 2 different repair shops Tuscaloosa Chrysler tried to service the car for 2 weeks and stated that it was issue...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-29
Power train
35% · 697 reportsMost commonly citing control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) and gear position indication (prndl).
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First, there is the HVAC/windshield defrost. My concern with that condition is that my vehicle is my main source of travel and to have the HVAC to work properly in the summer is vital as well, as having a clear windshield.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-10
Also filed under Steering and visibility/wiper
Engine
31% · 607 reportsAir bags
16% · 327 reportsShow complaint excerpts
We purchased our vehicle brand new in 2015 with 6 miles on it. 1.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-13
My husband and I were going to the store. We got into the car started the car, than were hear a loud pop, like a soda can exploding, than every airbag…
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-28
My Chrysler 200 was impacted on the driver's side most of the damage was to the left fender and driver's door. The impact was hard enough in my opinion for the side airbags to release but nothing happen my wife's head hit against the driver's door.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-20
Vehicle speed control
8% · 160 reportsMost commonly citing accelerator pedal and cruise control.
Safety timeline
8 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2014-09-15Suspension14V392000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Ram 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles.
Remedy: 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 for this recall is P37.
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2014-10-03Electrical system14V480000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured May 19, 2014, to June 21, 2014.
Remedy: 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. Chrysler's number for this recall is P43.
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2015Complaint volume 1,989 complaints filed for this model year.
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2015-04-09Power train15V090000 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.
Remedy: 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.
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2015-07-24Recall queryClosed 2016-01-05 Software security vulnerability
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2015-08-25Equipment15V461000 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...
Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge.
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2015-10-21Electrical system15V470000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured January 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014.
Remedy: 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 recall began on October 21, 2015.
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2016-05-27Air bags, seats16V114000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured April 7, 2014, to August 3, 2015.
Remedy: 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. Chrysler's number for this recall is S09.
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2016-11-02Power train16V529000 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.
Remedy: 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. The recall began on November 7, 2016.
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2018-06-04Electrical system, vehicle speed control18V332000 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...
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Chrysler 200 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 754 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 697 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 607 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V392000 · Suspension
- Recall 14V480000 · Electrical system
- Recall 15V090000 · Power train
- Recall 15V461000 · Equipment
- Recall 15V470000 · Electrical system
- Recall 16V114000 · Air bags, seats
- Recall 16V529000 · Power train
- Recall 18V332000 · Electrical system, vehicle speed control
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2015 Chrysler 200 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Chrysler 200 is rated "significantly worse".
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chrysler 200?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Chrysler 200 have?
- 8 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.