2017 Chrysler 200 Safety Report
2017 Chrysler 200 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2017 Chrysler 200
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2017 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 | Moderate (1) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (43) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 2 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Engine | Compare engine issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2018 | Compare against the 2018 Chrysler 200 with 1 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2015 | Check the 2015 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Chrysler 200 | 1 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Chrysler 200 | 339 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2015 Chrysler 200 | 1976 | 8 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2017 Chrysler 200 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2017 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.
Engine
8 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Chrysler onlyPower Train,Electrical System,Engine
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System,Engine issues Chrysler onlyPower Train
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Chrysler onlyElectrical System,Air Bags
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Air Bags issues Chrysler onlyAir Bags
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Chrysler onlyPower Train,Engine
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Engine issues Chrysler onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2017 Chrysler 200
Reliability Score
The 2017 Chrysler 200 receives a reliability score of 5 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2017 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 2017 Chrysler 200
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2017 Chrysler 200:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag System Malfunction Airbag warning lights frequently return after being reset, indicating potential issues with the airbag system. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Stalling Engine stalling while driving and the need to shift to park to restart is a common issue. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Issues Issues with the electrical system, including wiring problems, have been reported. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine And Transmission Mount Separation Engine and transmission mounts separating from the vehicle have been reported as a serious issue. |
Low | 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 2017 Chrysler 200:
Airbag system issues are the most common problem reported.
Engine stalling and other engine issues are frequently reported.
Electrical system issues, including wiring problems, are common.
Transmission issues have been reported but are less common.
Recall Details for the 2017 Chrysler 200
The following 1 recall has been issued for the 2017 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...
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2017 Chrysler 200
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2017 Chrysler 200 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes.
We have an airbag warning light that keeps coming on. It's been reset by a repair garage, but has returned this week. Techniction Stating the following: on technical service bulletin they state inspect and install a jumper harness in the front seats. Why do I have to reroute electrical. This should be a recall for repair because Chrysler has wired it incorrectly to start with. other informa...
Airbag light flashing, won’t go off! Lights under dash started blinking n radio only works on steering wheel sometimes, light blinks saying light bulb out but isn’t
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. Auto Zone and Midas has checked the battery, alternator, did a draw and they can’t find the issue. When driving the pedal will not accelerate- may have to pull over, a...
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. * This problem is mentioned here several times.
Airbag warning light came on intermittently at first the remained on. Vehicle was taken to the dealer to be checked on 9/2/21. Dealer stated passenger seat airbag wiring harness was defective and replaced at a cost of $1179.29. 1/18/23 Airbag warning light steadily on. Dealer advised driver side airbag squib harness connector pins open. Replaced harness at no charge due to second incident wit...
The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an unknown repair was completed. Additionally, the contact stated that the floor carpet was significantly wet. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that water was leak...
While driving down the interstate my car jumped a little then I could not go above 20 miles and hour. Once I arrived to a safe location I turned off my engine and then restarted. It seemed ok, but during the incident there was a flash on my dash that said "CHECK THROTTLE". I took it to a service station and they ran a code check on the vehicle. They stated the following: 1. ECM (Engine Control Mo...
Car shuts off without warning when driving
I have been having trouble with my car for a while where it, most of the time, won’t start on the first try. I’ve been to my dealership multiple times and it just seems as if my car is declining after each session. I can’t even remote start my vehicle anymore. There will be times where I am stopped for a period of time and my car will stall and/or glitch out. The Stability Control and Electric Par...
For years now, my car has randomly, without notice, stalls, says “Shift To P” and goes limp. There’s nothing I can do in that moment besides try to get to safety before the car stops in the middle of the road. I’ve brought it in multiple times with no change or information as to what’s causing it. One dealership claimed I just needed an oil change which it didn’t but to prove my point, I brought i...
Airbag Warning Light came on intermittently at first and then remainder on. Vehicle taken to dealer to be checked on 9/2/21. Service department on 9/3/21 stated passenger seat wiring harness for airbags was defective and required replacement, Chrysler part #68395045-AA. They advised part was on backorder and it may take about 4 months to arrive.
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION MOUNT(S) WERE SEPARATING FROM VEHICLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER ROBERT LOEHR CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM SRT AND FIAT (567 E MAIN ST, CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121, (770) 382-58850) AND THEN TO ATLANTA WEST CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (1251 THORNTON RD, LITHIA SPRINGS, GA 30122, (770) 942-1102) WHER...
I WAS DRIVING TOWARDS AN INTERSECTION TO MERGE RIGHT ONTO THE MAIN HIGHWAY WHEN I WAS IN MOTION STILL MY CAR SHUT OFF AND SAID 'SHIFT TO P' WHEN I DID SO IT WOULDN'T RESTART. THE STEERING LOCKED UP AND I COULDN'T MOVE. IT DID NOT GIVE ME ANY WARNING OR SIGN IT WAS GOING TO DO SO. I HAD ALMOST PULLED OUT ONTO THE HIGHWAY TOO. THE RADIO AND EVERYTHING WORKED JUST FINE. THIS HAPPENED ONCE LAST YEAR O...
HAS HAPPENED ON HIGHWAY AND CITY STREETS WHEN I ACCELERATE SOMETIMES THE RPMS GET STUCK AT 4000. AND THERE IS ALSO LAG FROM MY ACCELERATION WHEN I TAKE OFF AND WILL GET STUCK AT HIGH RPMS WHEN I SLOW DOWN WHILE COASTING AND BRAKING ONLY WAY I'VE GOTTEN IT TO STOP IS BY TAPPING ON MY GAS AGAIN.
WHEN I GO TO START THE CAR WITH EITHER FOB I SOMETIMES GET A MESSAGE "CAN NOT IDENTIFY FOB. WHAT HAPPENS IF I'M GOING DOWN THE ROAD AT 70MPH AND IT CUTS OFF BECAUSE IT CAN'T IDENTIFY FOB. THIS CAR IS 41 MONTHS OLD AND HAS APPROX. 33,000 MILES. SO FAR THE CAR WAS STILL WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURRED NEXT TIME I MAY BE MOVING.. THIS HAS HAPPENED ABOUT 10 TIME IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS WITH BOTH FOB'S.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND HEADLIGHTS BECAME INOPERABLE WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CASS BURCH CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM VALDOSTA (4164 N VALDOSTA RD, VALDOSTA, GA 31602) HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS HOWEVER INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE MAY BE DUE TO A DEFECTIVE LIGHT SWITCH. THE CO...
VEHICLE STARTED TO STALL TODAY WHILE DRIVING. IT STALLED MULTIPLE TIMES AND ONE POINT IT STALLED ENTERING A MAJOR ROAD. IT ALSO HAS A KICK IN THE ENGINE WHILE DRIVING LIKE IT'S CHANGING GEAR. THIS IS RIDICULOUS IF THIS BEING GOING ON WITH OTHER FOR THESE MODEL FOR A WHILE WHY ARE THEY STILL BEING SOLD. THE CAR IS ONLY 49000 MILES NOW I HAVE TO FIND MONEY TO REPAIR
MY 2017 CHRYSLER 200 RANDOMLY SHUTS OFF, NO NOTIFICATION UNTIL IT TALLEST ME TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK TO RESTART IT. NO LIGHTS DISPLAYED ON DASHBOARD INDICATING A PROBLEM. THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE ESPECIALLY ON BUSY STREETS WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE. ITS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE LAST 2 WEEKS. *TR
THE VEHICLE LITERALLY CUTS OFF WHILE I AM DRIVING I HAVE TAKEN IT THE SHOP AND WHEN THEY PUT IT ON THE MACHINE IT DOESN'T REGISTER ANY ERROR CODES OR MALFUNCTION CODES. HOWEVER, IT STILL SHUTS OFF. I HAVE CHILDREN AND DON'T WANT TO BE IN AN ACCIDENT WHEN I KNOW MY CAR WILL SHUT OFF AT A MOMENTS NOTICE!
Showing 20 of 43 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2017 Chrysler 200
Has the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 been recalled?
Yes, the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 has 1 recall on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 have?
The 2017 CHRYSLER 200 has 43 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 2 involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2017 CHRYSLER 200?
The 2017 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 2017 CHRYSLER 200?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 involve engine (8 complaints), power train,electrical system,engine (3 complaints), power train (3 complaints). Other affected components include electrical system,air bags, air bags, power train,engine.
How many crash reports does the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 have?
There are 2 crash reports associated with the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 out of 43 total complaints (4.7% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 have?
There are no fire reports for the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2017 CHRYSLER 200?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 CHRYSLER 200.
How many injuries are reported for the 2017 CHRYSLER 200?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 CHRYSLER 200.
Should I buy a 2017 CHRYSLER 200?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 is generally recommended. It has 43 complaints, 1 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 2017 CHRYSLER 200?
The components with the most failures on the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 are: 1. ENGINE (8 complaints), 2. POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE (3 complaints), 3. POWER TRAIN (3 complaints), 4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS (2 complaints), 5. AIR BAGS (2 complaints). ENGINE is the single most-reported problem area with 8 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2017 CHRYSLER 200?
Be cautious of airbag malfunctions and engine stalling issues, as these can be dangerous. Consider a thorough inspection if you experience these problems. The 2017 CHRYSLER 200 has 43 NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2017 CHRYSLER 200?
The 2017 CHRYSLER 200 receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 43 owner complaints, 1 recalls, and 2 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Airbag System Malfunction and Engine Stalling.
What are the known issues with the 2017 CHRYSLER 200?
Known issues with the 2017 CHRYSLER 200 include: Airbag System Malfunction, Engine Stalling, Electrical System Issues, Engine and Transmission Mount Separation. These are based on patterns found across 43 NHTSA complaints. 1 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2017 Chrysler 200?
The most common issues are airbag malfunctions and engine stalling.
Can you tell me about the airbag system problems?
Airbag warning lights frequently return after being reset, indicating potential issues with the airbag system.
What should I do if my car stalls while driving?
Take your car to a mechanic immediately to diagnose and fix the issue.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of airbag malfunctions and engine stalling issues, as these can be dangerous. Consider a thorough inspection if you experience these problems.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2017 Chrysler 200
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2017 Chrysler 200. The data includes 43 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 1 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported crashes, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2017 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