2015 Chrysler 200 Safety Report
2015 Chrysler 200 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Chrysler 200
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Chrysler 200. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (8) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (1976) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 122 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2018 | Compare against the 2018 Chrysler 200 with 1 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2016 | Check the 2016 Chrysler 200 before buying across this generation. |
Chrysler 200 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Chrysler 200 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Chrysler 200 | 339 | 2 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2017 Chrysler 200 | 43 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Chrysler 200 | 1 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2015 Chrysler 200 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Chrysler 200, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Power Train
298 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Chrysler onlyElectrical System
216 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Chrysler onlyEngine
140 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Chrysler onlyAir Bags
132 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Chrysler onlyUnknown Or Other
106 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Chrysler onlyElectrical System,Engine
84 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Engine issues Chrysler onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Chrysler 200
Reliability Score
The 2015 Chrysler 200 receives a reliability score of 98 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2015 Chrysler 200
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2015 Chrysler 200
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Chrysler 200:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission Malfunction Recalled for automatic transmission issues, affecting model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Wiring Defects In Electrical System Recalled for electrical system wiring defects, impacting model year 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger, and Durango, as well as RAM 2500. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Air Bag Sensor Malfunction Recalled for air bag sensor malfunctions, specifically related to occupant classification, affecting model year 2015 Chrysler 200. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Unexpected Stalling And Power Loss Reported by multiple owners, this issue can lead to dangerous situations, especially at high speeds. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2015 Chrysler 200:
Transmission problems are a common issue, with recalls issued for automatic transmission malfunctions.
Electrical system failures, such as wiring defects, are frequently reported.
Air bag sensor malfunctions have been reported, potentially leading to improper deployment.
Unexpected stalling and power loss have been reported, especially at high speeds.
Recall Details for the 2015 Chrysler 200
The following 8 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Chrysler 200 by NHTSA:
Summary: 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 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the c...
Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be d...
Summary: 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. The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. On August 29, 2016 Chrysler added the 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles to this recall.
Consequence: If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S55.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
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.
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured January 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a Power Distribution Center (PDC) electrical connector that may cause intermittent power failures to certain electrical components.
Consequence: An intermittent loss of power to electrical components could cause a vehicle to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R24.
Summary: 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 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Consequence: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, ...
Summary: 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. The automatic transmission parking pawl may become contaminated or the park rod may become dislodged or broken. This may prevent the transmission from shifting into the Park position.
Consequence: If the shift indicator displays "Park" but the park lock does not engage, the vehicle may roll away increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R08.
Summary: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured May 19, 2014, to June 21, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been built with a driver side door wiring harness of an insufficient wire gauge, resulting in excessive heat which may melt the wiring insulation.
Consequence: Excessive heat and melting wiring insulation may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
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.
Summary: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Ram 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles. Due to an insufficient weld, the rear shocks may detach from the vehicle at one end and possibly damage other chassis components, the tire or result in reduced braking.
Consequence: Damage to the tire or reduced braking increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Chrysler 200
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Chrysler 200 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes. 2 involved fires. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact's son owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly shifted to neutral (N). The message "Please Place Vehicle in Gear" was displayed. The contact's son was able to drive the vehicle after shifting to drive(D). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but no cause for the failure was found. The...
It shuts down the engine or. Does not go in park it has something going on with electrical I can not afford it help please
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver’s side headlight failed to function as intended. The message "Headlight not Working" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, no cause for the failure was found. The driver’s side headlight was replaced; however, several days later, while driving at an un...
I’m not sure but it will randomly die and have to be restarted there are times it does it more than others but every time is extremely dangerous because you essentially lose control of the car until it is restarted and it shift extremely hard sometimes like it feels like the transmission is going to fall out it jerks the entire car violently and there are numerous low voltage codes as well
Airbag light is on , 2nd time my lower control arms are broken and I go through a battery every 2 years average
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The power steering and battery warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was restarted each time, but the vehicle took a progressively longer time to restart. Eventually, the vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diag...
You have a recall for chryslr 200 2015 for intermittent starting and stalling caused by faulty PDC connector. NHTSA. My car is doing exactly that but its not under the recall why not? It had done this gor the last 4 months
The transmission is stuck in 3rd gear and sometimes don't move at all. It has jumped in neutral a couple of times while driving or automatically goes to paddle shifting without touching the gear control. It is basically undrivable with only 95000, or so miles.
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that after the vehicle was started and shifted to park(P), the vehicle unexpectedly shifted into neutral(N), and the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact attempted to shift the gear selector into reverse; however, the vehicle remained in neutral. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be turned off. The contact disconnected ...
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The engine warning light was illuminated prior to the failure. The failure persisted over time. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the failure was related to the cruise control, transmission, and fuel pump. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed o...
While driving at approximately 60 MPH on a highway, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power, stalled, and entered "limp mode," shifting into neutral or a low gear unexpectedly. This failure caused a rapid deceleration in high-speed traffic, effectively disabling the vehicle and creating an immediate safety hazard and risk of collision. The engine stalled completely, requiring the vehicle to be coas...
I put the car in park, once I released the brake the car started jerking forward. While this was going on, the dash displayed powertrain failure. I was only able to get it to stop by turning off the car. When I turned the car on following the event, I had a check engine code: P1B13-00 "Park-By-Wire-Unintended Out of Park Position". Since that incident, the car has excessive forward roll when putti...
transmission service (power train ) caused my parking rod dislodged/broken to slip/jerk to lose control of vehicle. It had put us at high risk, no airbags didn't go off to causing passenger to hit their head blacking out and non-stop pain in rotating cuff of right shoulder. It was inspect by the police and city from not being drive-able to be towed and inspected by the towing/mechanical person. ...
Queja de Defecto de Seguridad por Falla de TCM y Negligencia de Recall VIN del Vehículo: [XXX] Mi vehículo Chrysler 200, año 2015, ha experimentado una falla total del Módulo de Control de Transmisión (TCM), resultando en la pérdida abrupta de potencia e inmovilización de la unidad. Esta falla no solo es mecánica, sino que representa un peligro crítico para la seguridad, ya que puede ocurrir sin ...
Chrysler sold me a unsafe rusted frame the car is dangerous and unsafe I'm scared of the car and it needs to be pick up
Somebody switch my vin to another car stolen the parts the car unsafe swaying and stole the shocks control arm sway bar air bag tampered my car had a key hole on the trunk when I bought it it not there the gas pedal break pedal no correct the car is dangerous and I have a stolen switched Chrysler under my vin number the metal tag missing out the windshield and not my engine
The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the owner received notification of Manufacturer Recall Numbers: U90 and W84. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle stalled, and the contact pulled over to the side of the road. The dealer was contacted. Th...
Hi My name is [XXX] I am submitting this form because on [XXX] My 2015 Chyler caught on fire on [XXX] in vidalia Louisiana I was leaving from where I live in Ferriday Louisiana that’s probably 10 minutes from where I Live I only had the car for 5 years I paid 22000 dollars for that car and every since I had that car I had problems I bought it from a deal ship in woodville Mississippi from a car l...
This is my wife's account which happen more than 5-10 times because she operates the vehicle. The car at time's will jump into neutral while operating and the accelerator is unresponsive when she shifts back into drive. She cuts the car off for it to reset and sometimes it does, and sometimes she has to do it more than once. It sometime happens when the car has set for a while and she starts it,...
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the A/C failed to function as intended. The contact stated that when the A/C failed, the temperature gauge on the vehicle was elevated. The contact parked the vehicle, turned off the engine, and called a tow truck. The vehicle was towed to the residence, and then towed to the dealer. The contact was informe...
Showing 20 of 1976 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2015 Chrysler 200
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Electrical System:Software
Opened 2015-07-24 · Closed 2016-01-05
On July 23, 2015, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) launched Safety Recall 15V-461 to remedy security vulnerabilities in approximately 1.4 million model year (MY) 2013 through 2015 vehicles equipped with Uconnect head units (HU) 8.4A (RA3 radio) and 8.4AN (RA4 radio) manufactured by Harman International.On July 24, 2015, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query, RQ 15-004, to investigate HU security vulnerabilities and remedy effectiveness in the recalled population and to det...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Chrysler 200
Has the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 has 8 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 have?
The 2015 CHRYSLER 200 has 1,976 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 98 involved crashes. 58 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 CHRYSLER 200?
The 2015 CHRYSLER 200 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 CHRYSLER 200?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 involve power train (298 complaints), electrical system (216 complaints), engine (140 complaints). Other affected components include air bags, unknown or other, electrical system,engine.
How many crash reports does the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 have?
There are 98 crash reports associated with the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 out of 1,976 total complaints (5.0% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 have?
There are 24 fire reports for the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 out of 1,976 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 CHRYSLER 200?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 CHRYSLER 200.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 CHRYSLER 200?
58 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 CHRYSLER 200. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2015 CHRYSLER 200?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 is extreme caution advised. It has 1,976 complaints, 8 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2015 CHRYSLER 200?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 are: 1. POWER TRAIN (298 complaints), 2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (216 complaints), 3. ENGINE (140 complaints), 4. AIR BAGS (132 complaints), 5. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (106 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 298 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 CHRYSLER 200?
Be aware of potential transmission and electrical system issues, and ensure all recalls are addressed promptly. The 2015 CHRYSLER 200 has 1,976 NHTSA complaints and 8 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2015 CHRYSLER 200?
The 2015 CHRYSLER 200 receives a reliability score of 98/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 1,976 owner complaints, 8 recalls, and 122 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Automatic Transmission Malfunction and Wiring Defects in Electrical System.
What are the known issues with the 2015 CHRYSLER 200?
Known issues with the 2015 CHRYSLER 200 include: Automatic Transmission Malfunction, Wiring Defects in Electrical System, Air Bag Sensor Malfunction, Unexpected Stalling and Power Loss. These are based on patterns found across 1,976 NHTSA complaints. 8 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2015 Chrysler 200?
Common issues include transmission problems, electrical system failures, and air bag sensor malfunctions.
Are there any recalls for the 2015 Chrysler 200?
Yes, there are recalls for automatic transmission malfunctions, electrical system wiring defects, and air bag sensor malfunctions.
What should I do if I experience unexpected stalling or power loss?
Have the vehicle inspected by a professional mechanic to identify and address the issue.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of potential transmission and electrical system issues, and ensure all recalls are addressed promptly.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Chrysler 200
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Chrysler 200. The data includes 1976 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 8 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 98 reported crashes, 24 fire incidents, 58 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Chrysler 200 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-14