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2013 Chrysler 200 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 1,004 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.9 times the median 200 year — the 2013 model ranks #3 of 9 200 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 44 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across airbags (171), engine (150), and electrical system (133), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

1,004

NHTSA complaints

5

Recalls

1

Investigations

33

Crash-involved

4

Fires reported

44

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2013 compare to other 200 years?

200 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted3,411 complaints2010: 23 complaints2011: 518 complaints2012: 1,011 complaints2013: 1,004 complaints2014: 312 complaints2015: 3,411 complaints2016: 587 complaints2017: 77 complaints2018: 1 complaints
200 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Chrysler 200 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags17117%
Engine15015%
Electrical System13313%
Seat Belts858%
Seats808%
Transmission626%
Fuel System566%
Other485%
Brakes444%
Steering384%
Speed Control364%
Lighting353%
Visibility & Wipers273%
Body & Structure162%
Suspension151%
Tires & Wheels71%
Latches & Locks10%

Does the 2013 Chrysler 200 have recalls?

5 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V640000SeatsOctober 10, 2017 · 363,930 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

16V668000Seat BeltsSeptember 15, 2016 · 1,435,625 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

13V552000EngineNovember 6, 2013 · 521 units

Defect

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.

Consequence

If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N52.

13V282000AirbagsJuly 2, 2013 · 442,320 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

13V043000Fuel SystemFebruary 6, 2013 · 1,785 units

Defect

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured from October 30, 2012, through November 2, 2012. These vehicles may have a gas tank that has a broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly.

Consequence

A broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly may lead to an engine stall or fuel leakage. An engine stall while driving may contribute to a vehicle crash. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace any affected control valves, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“2013 CHRYSLER 200. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO NON DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAG DURING ACCIDENT, ISSUES WITH AIRBAG AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER RECALL NOTICE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED AFTER GETTING INTO AN ACCIDENT AND HER BODY, FACE, AND CHEST SLAMMED INTO THE STEERING WHEEL, SHE RECEIVED THE RECALL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · March 9, 2016 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS ANTIFREEZE LEAKING ON THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE BRAKE PEDAL. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS LIGHT GRAY SMOKE COMING THROUGH THE VENT AND A STRONG COOLANT ODOR. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THE SMOKE FOGS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 1, 2020 · fire

“JUST PURCHASED THE CAR AND LESS THAN 24 HOURS AFTER BUYING, THE CAR SITS DEAD. NOTICED THERE WAS NO COOLANT IN THE OVERFLOW SO I ADDED COOLANT AND ONCE I GOT INTO MY VEHICLE IT HAD THE BATTERY LIGHT ILLUMINATED. I DROVE IT ABOUT 2 MILES AND THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 27, 2020 · crash

“ON 6/16/2018, I WAS INVOLVED IN A HIGHWAY ACCIDENT WHEN TRAVELING SOUTH AND A DEER RAN OUT ACROSS FROM THE NORTH SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY CRASHING RIGHT INTO THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE OF MY VEHICLE THEN FLEW UP IN THE AND CRASHED DOWN RIGHT THREW MY WINDSHIELD WHILE I WAS TRAVELING AT A RATE OF SPEED OF 50…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · June 16, 2018 · crash

“WE WERE IN AN ACCIDENT MY SON AND HUSBAND WERE IN THE FRONT SEAT AND THE BOTH HAD INJURIES. MY SON HAD NECK INJURY AND I FEEL THAT IT IS DUE TO THE HEADRESTS IN THE VEHICLE. I WOULD JUST LIKE FOR THIS TO BE LOOKED INTO. WE WERE AT A STOP WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY 2 VEHICLES. THE HEADREST…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · August 9, 2016 · crash

2013 Chrysler 200 — common questions

Is the 2013 Chrysler 200 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 1,004 complaints put the 2013 model at #3 of 9 200 years. It is one of the 200 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2013 200 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (171 complaints), engine (150 complaints), electrical system (133 complaints).

Does the 2013 Chrysler 200 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2013 Chrysler 200. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2013 Chrysler 200 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Chrysler 200 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 200 years to avoid are 2015, 2012, 2013. The cleanest record among 200 years belongs to 2018.

How safe is the 2013 Chrysler 200?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2013 Chrysler 200 earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.