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Owner report · 2011 model year

2011 Chrysler 200

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The Verdict

Worst problem area

Engine

Engine leads by volume: 145 of 371 complaints (39%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (7) than those mentioning any other identified area.

Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology

At a glance

NHTSA complaints
371
Recall campaigns
3
EPA fuel cost per year
$2,600–$2,850
Combined MPG
22–24

Complaints by model year

  1. 3712011
  2. 6392012
  3. 6282013

Where owners report problems

  1. Engine145 (39%)
  2. Electrical73 (20%)
  3. Airbags & Restraints60 (16%)
  4. Visibility & Lighting52 (14%)
  5. Other41 (11%)
  6. Transmission & Drivetrain41 (11%)
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History

Fuel cost, fuel economy, and complaint history by model-yearScroll sideways to see all 3 years. Fuel figures show the range across trims for years with more than one EPA-rated configuration.Also cataloged for 2011: 3 configuration(s) of a different vehicle class, excluded from the comparison bar only (but included in the figures above).
Category201120122013vs. 2011 Compact Cars
Annual fuel cost ($)2,600–2,8502,600–2,8502,700–2,950
Combined MPG22–2422–2421–23
City / Highway MPG18–21 / 28–3018–21 / 28–3018–21 / 27–30
CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi)370–404370–404378–425
Complaints filed371639628Not compared
Recalls issued345Not compared
Crash-involved complaints152923Not compared
Fire-involved complaints343Not compared
Injuries reported83335Not compared
Deaths reported000Not compared
Configurations compared333

Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.

Common questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Chrysler 200 have?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.

What is the most common complaint about the 2011 Chrysler 200?

Engine: 145 of 371 NHTSA complaints (39%) mention it.

What gas mileage does the 2011 Chrysler 200 get?

EPA rates it 22–24 MPG combined.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Chrysler 200?

EPA estimates $2,600–$2,850 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.

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EPA-Rated Configurations (6)

Every EPA-rated configuration on this page, one row each.A number tagged (low) or (high) is this page’s own cost-table figure of that name, above.
ConfigurationTransmissionCylindersDisplacementDrivetrainFuel TypeVehicle ClassCityHighwayCombinedAnnual Fuel CostCO₂
Configuration 1Automatic 4-spd42.4LFront-Wheel DriveRegularCompact Cars20 mpg28 mpg (low)23 mpg$2,700386 g/mi
Configuration 2Automatic 6-spd42.4LFront-Wheel DriveRegularCompact Cars18 mpg (low)29 mpg22 mpg (low)$2,850 (high)404 g/mi (high)
Configuration 3Automatic 6-spd63.6LFront-Wheel DriveGasoline or E85Compact Cars19 mpg28 mpg (low)22 mpg (low)$2,850 (high)404 g/mi (high)
Configuration 4Automatic 4-spd42.4LFront-Wheel DriveRegularMidsize Cars21 mpg (high)29 mpg24 mpg (high)$2,600 (low)370 g/mi (low)
Configuration 5Automatic 6-spd42.4LFront-Wheel DriveRegularMidsize Cars20 mpg30 mpg (high)23 mpg$2,700386 g/mi
Configuration 6Automatic 6-spd63.6LFront-Wheel DriveGasoline or E85Midsize Cars19 mpg28 mpg (low)22 mpg (low)$2,850 (high)404 g/mi (high)

Complaints by Category

Complaints by category, in the same fixed order on every page
CategoryComplaintsCrash-InvolvedFire-InvolvedInjuriesDeaths
Engine1453110
Transmission & Drivetrain410000
Fuel System160000
Electrical731020
Brakes354020
Steering263020
Suspension, Wheels & Tires232010
Airbags & Restraints6010170
Driver Assistance & Speed Control150000
Body, Seats & Latches141110
Visibility & Lighting520000
Other410100

A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.

Recalls (3)

  • AIR BAGS; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE; SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

    Campaign 16V668000 · Sep 15, 2016

    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.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS

    Campaign 13V282000 · Jul 2, 2013

    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N38.

  • STEERING:COLUMN

    Campaign 11V315000 · Jun 8, 2011

    Defect
    CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011DODGE JOURNEY, JEEP WRANGLER, CHRYSLER 200, CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE, DODGE AVENGER, DODGE NITRO, JEEP LIBERTY, DODGE CALIBER, JEEP COMPASS, JEEP PATRIOT, DODGE GRAND CARAVAN AND CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A MISSING OR INCORRECTLY INSTALLED STEERING COLUMN PIVOT RIVET.
    Consequence
    A MISSING OR INCORRECTLY INSTALLED RIVET COULD COMPROMISE THE ABILITY OF THE STEERING COLUMN TO SUPPORT THE OCCUPANT LOADS IN THE EVENT OF A FRONTAL CRASH, DECREASING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE FRONTAL IMPACT SAFETY SYSTEM. AS A RESULT, THE CONDITION MAY INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IN A FRONTAL CRASH.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR RIVET PRESENCE AND ALIGNMENT AND REPAIR THE STEERING COLUMN PIVOT AS REQUIRED, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.