2013 Chrysler 200 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Chrysler 200. Part of Generation 1 — 2011–2014.

20122014
Complaints
1,001
Crashes
33
Fires
4
Injuries
44
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2013 Chrysler 200 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1169 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:70,013 mi
Crash-related:8
#2145 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:69,109 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:3
#399 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:72,458 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Chrysler 200.

Airbags
169
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
Avg Miles
70,013
Engine Problems
145
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Avg Miles
69,109
Electrical Faults
99
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
72,458
Seat Belt Issues
85
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
48,737
Seat-Related Issues
64
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
77,034
Transmission / Drivetrain
61
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
43,042
Fuel System
46
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
79,448
Brakes
39
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
31,117
Steering Defects
38
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
55,741
Unintended Acceleration
34
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
51,974
Headlight/Taillight Failures
32
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
32,047
Electronic Stability Control
29
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
78,787
Wipers & Visibility
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
64,246
Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
78,472
Suspension Failures
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
34,096
Body Structure
11
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
17,907
Gasoline Fuel System
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
59,435
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Catalytic Convertor
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Rear
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2013 Chrysler 200

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~2,244,181 vehicles.

17V640000Seats:front Assembly:head Restraint · Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive
~363,930 affected

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.

16V668000Seat Belts:pretensioner · Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive · Airbags
~1,435,625 affected

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.

13V552000Engine
~521 affected

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.

13V282000Airbags · Electrical System
~442,320 affected

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.

13V043000Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly · Gasoline Fuel System
~1,785 affected

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.

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2013 Chrysler 200 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2013 Chrysler 200 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2013 Chrysler 200 has 1,001 NHTSA complaints, 33 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 169 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Chrysler 200?
Top reported problems: Airbags (169 complaints, avg 70,013 mi); Engine Problems (145 complaints, avg 69,109 mi); Electrical Faults (99 complaints, avg 72,458 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Chrysler 200?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 62,101 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2013 Chrysler 200?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Chrysler 200 include 33 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 44 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2013 Chrysler 200 have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 2,244,181 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2013 Chrysler 200?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chrysler 200 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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