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2014 Chrysler 200 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2014 Chrysler 200 sits mid-pack among 200 years: 312 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 520, with a single recall and one closed investigation. Reports tied to this model year include 3 deaths and 31 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across airbags (70), electrical system (42), and engine (39), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

312

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

24

Crash-involved

4

Fires reported

31

Injuries

3

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2014 compare to other 200 years?

200 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 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, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Chrysler 200 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags7022%
Electrical System4213%
Engine3913%
Seat Belts3411%
Other227%
Brakes206%
Transmission144%
Seats144%
Steering134%
Visibility & Wipers93%
Speed Control83%
Fuel System72%
Body & Structure72%
Lighting62%
Tires & Wheels31%
Suspension21%
Latches & Locks21%

Does the 2014 Chrysler 200 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“LATE MODEL CHRYSLER 200 VEERED OFF ROAD AND KILLED PASSENGER. ROAD WAS DRY. WEATHER WAS PARTLY CLOUDY. ACCIDENT HAPPENED IN MID AFTERNOON DRIVING SOUTH ON I81. PROBLEMS WITH CAR STARTED UPON PURCHASE. DEALERSHIP SUBSEQUENTLY REPLACED ENGINE. SOME PROBLEMS CONTINUED AFTER ENGINE REPLACEMENT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · October 18, 2016 · crash

“"TAKATA RECALL" THE BRAKE DOESN'T WORK WELL. SOMETIMES ITS ACCELERATE BY ITS SELF. THE SPEED WHEN YOUR DRIVING IN THE FREEWAY GOES UP AND GOES DOWN BY IT SELF. YOU FEEL LIKE THERE SOMETHING SHIFTING IN THE BOTTOM OF THE CAR WHEN YOU STOP. I EVEN CRASH ONE TIME WHEN IM DRIVING ON THE STREETS BECAUSE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · April 8, 2016 · crash

“LATE MODEL CHRYSLER 200 VEERED OFF ROAD AND KILLED PASSENGER. ROAD WAS DRY. WEATHER WAS PARTLY CLOUDY. ACCIDENT HAPPENED IN MID AFTERNOON DRIVING SOUTH ON I81. PROBLEMS WITH CAR STARTED UPON PURCHASE. DEALERSHIP SUBSEQUENTLY REPLACED ENGINE. SOME PROBLEMS CONTINUED AFTER ENGINE REPLACEMENT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 18, 2016 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 CHRYSLER 200. WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN, THE SPEED WAS UNKNOWN BECAUSE THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED. THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE THAT HAD STALLED AND THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · July 14, 2017 · crash

“I WAS AT A RED LIGHT AND WAS REAR ENDED,SPEED LIMIT WAS 35 MPH HE DID NOT EVEN TRY TO STOP.HEAD RESTRAINTS DEPLOYED AND HIT ME CAUSING INJURY AS WELL AS ANXIETY.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 30, 2015 · crash

2014 Chrysler 200 — common questions

Is the 2014 Chrysler 200 reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 312 NHTSA complaints, below the typical 200 year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2014 200 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (70 complaints), electrical system (42 complaints), engine (39 complaints).

Does the 2014 Chrysler 200 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Chrysler 200. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 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 2014 Chrysler 200?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2014 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.