2015 Chrysler 200 Problems And Complaints

2015 Chrysler 200 User Complaints and Problems

Mechanical problems:

1. The brake system of this car is known to produce loud squealing sounds and can often fail to respond to driver input. Brake booster problems are quite common and the car may not be able to be controlled in the event of a booster failure.
2. The engines used in this car are prone to have oil leaks. Even without the presence of leaks, some cars have reported excessive oil consumption.
3. The starter motor is another common problem area and is known to fail in many cars. Issues with the Chrysler 200 not starting are extremely common. 
4. The electronic power steering used in this particular vehicle has suffered from multiple issues including falls with the steering angle sensors. It can also provide intermittent lack of assistance and feel completely in several cases.
5. The engine also has problems associated with stalling and has to be warmed up sufficiently to avoid this scenario. Even after this, several cars have been stranded on the road. Despite all of this, the brand has not issued a Chrysler 200 engine recall.
6. The throttle control module in this car is one of the causes of the engine stalling.
7. Both the engine and transmission mounts are susceptible to failure and this can cause excessive jerkiness.These are classified under Chrysler 200 gear shift problems.
8. The suspension of this system has failed in many cars and will result in the car going completely out of control.

Electrical system problems:

1. The key fob is ineffective in many cases because the car fails to recognize it. In this event, the car has to be locked and unlocked manually.
2. This car is fitted with an active grille shutter which has to open to allow engine cooling. This can often fail and result in catastrophic engine failure.
3. The transmission system is a known area for malfunctions as it can switch back to neutral when trying to shift to Park. In fact, issues with the transmission are very common in this car and are widely reported.
4. Several 2015 Chrysler 200 electrical problems are present including the HVAC, radio, backup camera, and Bluetooth functions not properly functioning.
5. The airbag warning light was illuminated in several cars and may have problems with the function.
6. The electrical system is prone to complete failure and the car can shut itself down when driving. This will lead the owners to panic and not know what to do.
7. The gear shift is also prone to malfunction and can select the wrong gear or indicate that the car is in a different year.
8. A lot of cars have also had issues in which they went up completely in flames due to electrical faults.
9. The AC blower motor is another known area of failure and shuts off in many cars. This can result in air conditioner failure and is an expensive repair.
10. The headlights are another known problem area as they can fail to illuminate properly, causing a complete lack of vision at night.
11. The electronic stability control is prone to failure and could be quite dangerous because it can mean the car goes out of control.
12. The electronic parking brake warning has been issued for many cars and this would prevent the car from stopping safely.

Interior problems:

1. Due to an issue identified with the tempered glass, the sunroof of this car is prone to shattering. This can send sharp fragments of glass inside the cabin and cause further issues.

Exterior problems:

1. There are multiple issues with quality control including the doors not being able to be closed properly. The panel gaps are not uniform as one would expect from a car of this price
2. The rims of the car have several faults like lug bolts loosening themselves and causing damage to the rim and other catastrophic failures.

Safety problems

1. The wiring harness for the airbag and as well as the airbag module seem to be faulty. This will result in airbag warning lights illuminated in several cars.
2. There have been a lot of incidents in which Chrysler 200s were involved in near-fatal collisions and none of the airbags were deployed.
3. The seatbelt indicator has also produced a lot of problems for owners. It does not detect the presence of passengers correctly. The issue is with the occupant detection system.

2015 Chrysler 200 Recalls

S. No.	Date	NHTSA Campaign Number	Issues Noticed	Additional Remarks	Remedy
1	May 17, 2018	18V332000	Cruise control cannot be canceled	The cruise control has a defect and will not disengage and will cause a collision.	Dealers will perform a software flash
2	July 12, 2016	16V529000	Transmission can unexpectedly shift to neutral	The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps	Dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module and transmission control module and replace the transaxle range sensor wiring harness if necessary
3	February 26, 2016	16V114000	Airbag may deploy improperly	The occupant classification module or seat cushion foam may have been replaced separately, which can create an incorrectly calibrated set	Dealers will install a new OCM-SCF seat service kit
4	July 28, 2015	15V470000	Intermittent connection C-4 connector and PDC	The power distribution center electrical connector may cause intermittent power failures to electrical components	Dealers will replace the C-4 connector using a 12-wire split kit or replace the transmission wiring harness
5	July 23, 2015	15V461000	Radio software security vulnerabilities	The radio software may have security vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems	Chrysler will mail a USB drive that includes a software update that can rule out the problems
6	February 13, 2015	15V090000	Automatic transmission may not be able to shift to Park	Automatic transmission parking pawl may become contaminated	Dealers will inspect the transmission and replace the parts if necessary
7	August 5, 2014	14V480000	Driver door wiring harness may have insufficient gauge	Excessive heat can melt the driver side door wiring harness	Dealers will replace the driver side door wiring harness
8	July 2, 2014	14V392000	Rear shock absorbers may partially detach	Due to insufficient welds, there the rear shock absorber may detach from the vehicle	Dealers will inspect the rear shocks and replace any affected ones

Should you buy the 2015 Chrysler 200? 

The Chrysler 200 is one of the worst cars in the automotive market right now in terms of reliability. With over 1800 complaints, it has a problem with nearly every single system in the car, and hence, you cannot trust it at all. Despite all of the attraction that it brings from its exterior design and the luxury features, the car cannot save itself due to widespread problems. We feel you are better off with the Honda Accord.