2017 Chrysler 200

▲ Better than typical
2017 Chrysler 200
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:39:24.103Z

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
43
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2017

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Engine

49% of complaints

Complaints per year

2010: 13 complaints 2010 2011: 336 complaints 2012: 639 complaints 2012 2013: 627 complaints 2014: 192 complaints 2014 2015: 1,990 complaints 2016: 344 complaints 2017: 43 complaints 2017 43 2018: 1 complaint
2010: 13 complaints 2010 2011: 336 complaints 2011 2012: 639 complaints 2012 2013: 627 complaints 2013 2014: 192 complaints 2014 2015: 1,990 complaints 2015 2016: 344 complaints 2016 2017: 43 complaints 2017 43 2018: 1 complaint 2018
2010: 13 complaints 2010 2011: 336 complaints 2011 2012: 639 complaints 2012 2013: 627 complaints 2013 2014: 192 complaints 2014 2015: 1,990 complaints 2015 2016: 344 complaints 2016 2017: 43 complaints 2017 43 2018: 1 complaint 2018

2017: 43 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
201013
2011336
2012639
2013627
2014192
20151,990
2016344
201743
20181

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

49% · 21 reports
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Engine stalls while driving and displays message that I need to shift to park to restart. This has happened several times. I have not taken it to a mechanic yet but stopped driving it because it is unsafe.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-01

Electrical system

30% · 13 reports
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The car is constantly needs a jump start , and the pedal will not accelerate. I have had multiple diagnosis and they don’t know what it is- the cruise control component comes on at the beginning of the jump start until the car runs.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-23

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Power train

23% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Vehicle speed control

14% · 6 reports
CRASH
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Pulling down my drive way my vehicle accelerated without me trying. I hit the brake and e brake. It did not stop us. In result of the acceleration my house stopped us.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-11-09

Also filed under Service brakes

Air bags

12% · 5 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    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

2017 Chrysler 200 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 21 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 10 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 18V332000 · Electrical system, vehicle speed control

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Chrysler 200 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Chrysler 200 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chrysler 200?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Chrysler 200 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.