2017 Chrysler 200 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Chrysler 200. Part of Generation 2 — 2015–2017.

20162018
Complaints
77
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2017 Chrysler 200 Problems

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

#121 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:49,089 mi
#213 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:36,204 mi
#39 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:44,363 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Chrysler 200.

Engine Problems
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
49,089
Electrical Faults
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
36,204
Transmission / Drivetrain
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
44,363
Unintended Acceleration
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
38,675
Airbags
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
59,766
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Chrysler 200

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~4,815,661 vehicles.

18V332000Electrical System:software · Vehicle Speed Control:cruise Control · Electrical System:wiring
~4,815,661 affected

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.

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2017 Chrysler 200 — FAQ

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

Is the 2017 Chrysler 200 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2017 Chrysler 200 has 77 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 21 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Chrysler 200?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (21 complaints, avg 49,089 mi); Electrical Faults (13 complaints, avg 36,204 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (9 complaints, avg 44,363 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 2017 Chrysler 200?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 45,031 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Chrysler 200?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Chrysler 200 include 4 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 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 2017 Chrysler 200 have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 4,815,661 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 2017 Chrysler 200?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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