Chrysler 200 Air Bags Problems
Owners have filed 848 complaints with NHTSA about air bags problems on the Chrysler 200 across 8 model years. The 2015 model year has the most (327). The words owners use most often: “air bag” (28% of reports).
- 848air bags complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 101mention a crash
- 79mention an injury
- 4related recalls
- $1,350typical repair cost reported by owners
- 24%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Air bag: mentioned in 237 of 848 complaints (28%)
- Seat belts: mentioned in 140 of 848 complaints (17%)
- Service airbag: mentioned in 48 of 848 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical air bags repair on the Chrysler 200 at $1,350, and half of them between $460 and $3,250.
Based on 26 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2015–2023), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do air bags problems happen?
Based on 436 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 848 complaints, 101 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 79 an injury.
Chrysler 200 air bags complaints by model year
When owners reported it
Related recalls (4)
Seats:front assembly:head restraint; air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Model years: 2012, 2013
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012-2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles. A component within the occupant restraint controller (ORC) may fail and prevent the active headrests from deploying in the event of a rear-end crash.
Risk: If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is T56.
Air bags; seat belts:pretensioner; air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
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:sensor:occupant classification; seats
Model years: 2015
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured April 7, 2014, to August 3, 2015. During service work, the affected vehicles may have had either the Occupant Classification Module (OCM) or the Seat Cushion Foam (SCF) of the front passenger seat replaced instead of the both pieces together, which make up a complete calibrated set.
Risk: If both pieces were not replaced together, the occupant detection and classification system may not be properly calibrated and the passenger air bag may improperly deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Air bags; electrical system
Model years: 2011, 2012, 2013
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Electricity light came on as well as overheating light and engine light all at once also stalling
The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that whenever the front passenger's seat was occupied, the "Service Airbag" warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred when the occupants placed their feet near the front passenger footwell area, where the airbag…
The vehicle has suffered a total failure of the passenger seat jumper wiring harness, which has completely deactivated the entire Supplemental Restraint System (SRS / Airbag system) and triggered the airbag warning light. This is a known manufacturing defect covered under an active Technical…
My airbag light on the driver side is on. Isn't this a recall part
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passengerâs side air bag unexpectedly deployed without the vehicle being in a crash. There was no warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the passengerâs seat became inoperable and…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chrysler 200s have air bags problems?
No. NHTSA has 848 owner complaints about air bags for the Chrysler 200. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chrysler 200 air bags?
Yes: 4 safety recalls list air bags. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix air bags problems on the Chrysler 200?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,350 (half paid between $460 and $3,250), from 26 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about air bags problems on the Chrysler 200?
The most frequent phrase is “air bag”, in 237 of 848 complaints, followed by “seat belts” (140).
Other Chrysler 200 problems
- Electrical System problems (1,226)
- Engine problems (1,209)
- Power Train problems (938)
- Service Brakes problems (267)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (265)
- Seat Belts problems (241)
- Steering problems (232)
- Electronic Stability Control (esc) problems (200)
See all Chrysler 200 problems.