2017 Chrysler 200 Problems
Shopping for a used 2017 Chrysler 200? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 43 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Engine Problems the most reported area.
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This 2017 Chrysler 200 has 43 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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2017 Chrysler 200 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2017 Chrysler 200 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2017 Chrysler 200 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2017 Chrysler 200 4 DR FWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
10.7% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
10.7% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Chrysler 200 has 43 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Chrysler
- Model
- 200
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 43
- Crash-related complaints
- 2
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 27
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 23 / 36
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2017 Chrysler 200 problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Electrical Faults, Transmission / Drivetrain. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2017 Chrysler 200?
The 2017 Chrysler 200 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2017 Chrysler 200
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the engine for any known issues or unusual noises.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the engine for any known issues or unusual noises.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
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Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Chrysler 200, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 43 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Chrysler 200, issues appear concentrated in the engine, electrical, and transmission systems. There is one recall, and crash-related complaints are few. However, confidence is low due to limited data.
- Engine Problems account for the highest number of complaints (21).
- Electrical Faults are the second most reported component (13 complaints).
- Transmission/Drivetrain issues are also notable (10 complaints).
- Engine Problems
- Electrical Faults
- Transmission / Drivetrain
Full breakdown
All 2017 Chrysler 200 complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Chrysler 200. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Chrysler 200. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
We have an airbag warning light that keeps coming on. It's been reset by a repair garage, but has returned this week. Techniction Stating the following: on technical service bulletin they state inspect and install a jumper harness in the front seats. Why do I have to reroute…
Airbag light flashing, won’t go off! Lights under dash started blinking n radio only works on steering wheel sometimes, light blinks saying light bulb out but isn’t
The car is constantly needs a jump start , and the pedal will not accelerate. I have had multiple diagnosis and they don’t know what it is- the cruise control component comes on at the beginning of the jump start until the car runs. Auto Zone and Midas has checked the battery, al…
Engine stalls while driving and displays message that I need to shift to park to restart. This has happened several times. I have not taken it to a mechanic yet but stopped driving it because it is unsafe. * This problem is mentioned here several times.
Airbag warning light came on intermittently at first the remained on. Vehicle was taken to the dealer to be checked on 9/2/21. Dealer stated passenger seat airbag wiring harness was defective and replaced at a cost of $1179.29. 1/18/23 Airbag warning light steadily on. Dealer…
The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an unknown repair was completed. Additionally, the contact stated that…
While driving down the interstate my car jumped a little then I could not go above 20 miles and hour. Once I arrived to a safe location I turned off my engine and then restarted. It seemed ok, but during the incident there was a flash on my dash that said "CHECK THROTTLE". I took…
Car shuts off without warning when driving
I have been having trouble with my car for a while where it, most of the time, won’t start on the first try. I’ve been to my dealership multiple times and it just seems as if my car is declining after each session. I can’t even remote start my vehicle anymore. There will be times…
For years now, my car has randomly, without notice, stalls, says “Shift To P” and goes limp. There’s nothing I can do in that moment besides try to get to safety before the car stops in the middle of the road. I’ve brought it in multiple times with no change or information as to …
Airbag Warning Light came on intermittently at first and then remainder on. Vehicle taken to dealer to be checked on 9/2/21. Service department on 9/3/21 stated passenger seat wiring harness for airbags was defective and required replacement, Chrysler part #68395045-AA. They a…
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION MOUNT(S) WERE SEPARATING FROM VEHICLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER ROBERT LOEHR CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM SRT AND FIAT (567 E MAIN ST, CARTERSVILLE, GA 30121, (770) 382-5…
I WAS DRIVING TOWARDS AN INTERSECTION TO MERGE RIGHT ONTO THE MAIN HIGHWAY WHEN I WAS IN MOTION STILL MY CAR SHUT OFF AND SAID 'SHIFT TO P' WHEN I DID SO IT WOULDN'T RESTART. THE STEERING LOCKED UP AND I COULDN'T MOVE. IT DID NOT GIVE ME ANY WARNING OR SIGN IT WAS GOING TO DO SO.…
HAS HAPPENED ON HIGHWAY AND CITY STREETS WHEN I ACCELERATE SOMETIMES THE RPMS GET STUCK AT 4000. AND THERE IS ALSO LAG FROM MY ACCELERATION WHEN I TAKE OFF AND WILL GET STUCK AT HIGH RPMS WHEN I SLOW DOWN WHILE COASTING AND BRAKING ONLY WAY I'VE GOTTEN IT TO STOP IS BY TAPPING ON…
WHEN I GO TO START THE CAR WITH EITHER FOB I SOMETIMES GET A MESSAGE "CAN NOT IDENTIFY FOB. WHAT HAPPENS IF I'M GOING DOWN THE ROAD AT 70MPH AND IT CUTS OFF BECAUSE IT CAN'T IDENTIFY FOB. THIS CAR IS 41 MONTHS OLD AND HAS APPROX. 33,000 MILES. SO FAR THE CAR WAS STILL WHEN T…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND HEADLIGHTS BECAME INOPERABLE WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CASS BURCH CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM VALDOSTA (4164 N VALDOSTA RD, VALDOSTA, GA 31602) HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO…
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 AR…
MY 2017 CHRYSLER 200 RANDOMLY SHUTS OFF, NO NOTIFICATION UNTIL IT TALLEST ME TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK TO RESTART IT. NO LIGHTS DISPLAYED ON DASHBOARD INDICATING A PROBLEM. THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE ESPECIALLY ON BUSY STREETS WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE. ITS HAPPENED MULTI…
CAR STALLS WITHOUT NOTICE ANY TIME. HAS TROUBLE STARTING BACK ONCE IT HAS STALLED. TRANSMISSIONS JUMPS/SHIFTS HARD DAILY (ONCE OR TWICE DAILY)
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Chrysler 200.
Safety recalls
2017 Chrysler 200 recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Chrysler 200. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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Questions
2017 Chrysler 200 buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Chrysler 200 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 43 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2017 Chrysler 200 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chrysler 200?▾
#1: Engine Problems (21 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (13 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (10 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Chrysler 200?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Chrysler 200?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Chrysler 200, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 43 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Chrysler 200 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2017 Chrysler 200. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2017 Chrysler 200?▾
The 2017 Chrysler 200 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Chrysler 200 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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