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2017 Chrysler 200 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2017 Chrysler 200 is among the quieter years of the 200 on NHTSA's books: 77 complaints (85% below the model's median year), a single recall, and no open investigations.

Engine leads the complaint categories with 21 reports (27% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

77

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2017 compare to other 200 years?

200 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 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, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Chrysler 200 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine2127%
Electrical System1621%
Transmission1013%
Other68%
Speed Control68%
Airbags56%
Fuel System34%
Brakes34%
Steering23%
Visibility & Wipers23%
Body & Structure11%
Seat Belts11%
Lighting11%

Does the 2017 Chrysler 200 have recalls?

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

18V332000Electrical SystemMay 17, 2018 · 4,815,661 units

Defect

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 cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

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 disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 27, 2020

“REVIEWING RETRIEVED EDR, THE ESC REPORTS AS ON, THEN ENGAGES FOR 0.4 OF A SECOND, THEN TURNS OFF. A CRASH INTO A TREE HAPPENS 2.9 SECONDS LATER. WAS THIS FCA STABILITY CONTROL WORKING EFFECTIVELY OR WAS THERE A MALFUNCTION? THE CAR SPUN A 360 CIRCLE AND CONTROL WAS LOST AT 2.9 SECONDS TO ZERO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 4, 2017 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 200. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHILE SHIFTING GEARS AND THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 59,766.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 1, 2018

“PULLING DOWN MY DRIVE WAY MY VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT ME TRYING. I HIT THE BRAKE AND E BRAKE. IT DID NOT STOP US. IN RESULT OF THE ACCELERATION MY HOUSE STOPPED US.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · November 9, 2019 · crash

“PULLING DOWN MY DRIVE WAY MY VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT ME TRYING. I HIT THE BRAKE AND E BRAKE. IT DID NOT STOP US. IN RESULT OF THE ACCELERATION MY HOUSE STOPPED US.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 9, 2019 · crash

2017 Chrysler 200 — common questions

Is the 2017 Chrysler 200 reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 77 NHTSA complaints, below the typical 200 year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2017 200 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (21 complaints), electrical system (16 complaints), transmission (10 complaints).

Does the 2017 Chrysler 200 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2017 Chrysler 200. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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 2017 Chrysler 200?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2017 Chrysler 200 earned an overall rating of 5 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.