2011 Chrysler 200 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 200 years
- More complaints than other years 5th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 336 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Chrysler 200. That ranks 5th out of 9 200 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (119 complaints, 35%), typically at around 44,000 miles. Complaints mention 14 crashes, 3 fires, 8 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 336owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 14complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Chrysler 200 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine problems | 119 | 35% | 44,000 | “put park” (8%) | — |
| Electrical System problems | 68 | 20% | 69,000 | “shut off” (19%) | — |
| Air Bags | 48 | 14% | 47,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 38 | 11% | 30,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 36 | 11% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 25 | 7% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 24 | 7% | 47,157 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 21 | 6% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 21 | 6% | 44,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 6% | 8,790 | — | — |
| Suspension | 18 | 5% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 4% | 43,280 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 15 | 4% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 3% | 31,500 | — | — |
| Visibility | 11 | 3% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 8 | 2% | 115,533 | — | — |
| Structure | 6 | 2% | 50,450 | — | — |
| Wheels | 5 | 1% | 20,200 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 1% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 2 | 1% | 16,493 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 0% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 0% | 8,300 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 0% | 7,297 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Chrysler 200 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Air bags; seat belts:pretensioner; air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Problem: 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 pretensioners, and side air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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 for this recall is S61.
Air bags; electrical system
Problem: 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, through December 15, 2011; and model year 2011-2012 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through August 15, 2012. Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module may lead to the non-deployment of the active head restraints during a rear impact collision.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
Fix: 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 N38.
Steering:column
Problem: 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 patriot, dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.
Risk: A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.
Fix: 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 1-800-853-1403.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment (PE19014) — opened Sep 9, 2019, closed Feb 25, 2026.
- Engine stall (PE12016) — opened Jun 18, 2012, closed Oct 15, 2012.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Formal Customer Complaint request for manufacturer assistance. Vehicle, 2011 Chrysler200 Touring, VIN [XXX], engine3.6L V6. I am the current owner and I'm requesting Chrysler open a case to review intermittent stalling, starting and electrical problems and an HVAC defrost actuator that repeatedly…
The brake booster corroded and the vacuum lines were damaged due to the corrosion causing the brakes to go out on the freeway. There is an active recall on the brake booster but when brought to chrysler they state the vin is listed in Canada (I live in Indiana in the USA) and not effected yet the…
When i drive my 2011 Chrysler 200 , When i got weight or put passengers in the back seats or weight in the trunk the rear of car sways or make excessive jerks to the right and left, even on dry surfaces . Also , makes a loud cracking or popping sounds even when it is a small bump . It feels like…
2011 Chrysler 200, 156k miles, Original owner. At Highway Speeds engine will shut off! Extremely dangerous as you lose power steering and brakes on a busy interstate. No warning lights. No check engine. Issue just started happening and has happened multiple times in last 3 weeks. Car is unsafe to…
Approximately [XXX] on [XXX] I was driving from my home to a doctors appointment on [XXX] in Tampa Florida. Approximately 8 mins from my home. The roads were in desperate need of repair with patchy potholes uneven pavement. I was going approximately 30 to 35 miles an hour that is the speed limit…
Other Chrysler 200 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 200 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 200 | 43 | 1 |
| 2016 200 | 344 | 2 |
| 2015 200 | 1,993 | 8 |
| 2014 200 | 192 | 1 |
| 2013 200 | 628 | 5 |
| 2012 200 | 638 | 4 |
| 2011 | 336 | 3 |
| 2010 200 | 13 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chrysler 200?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, air bags problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 119 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Chrysler 200?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Chrysler 200 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 200 model years, the 2011 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.