Model year
2013 Chrysler 200
NHTSA lists 5 recalls and 628 complaints for the 2013 Chrysler 200 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are AIR BAGS (169), ENGINE (145), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (100). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA rated the 4 DR FWD 4 stars overall. EPA rates it 21–23 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,900–$3,200, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2011 336 complaints
- 2012 638 complaints
- 2013 628 complaints
- 2014 192 complaints
- 2015 1,993 complaints
- 2016 344 complaints
- 2017 43 complaints
Recalls
17V640000 · Oct 10, 2017
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
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.
16V668000 · Sep 15, 2016
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE; AIR BAGS
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…
13V552000 · Nov 6, 2013
ENGINE
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…
13V282000 · Jul 2, 2013
AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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…
13V043000 · Feb 6, 2013
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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.
Complaints
628 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 23, fire flag on 3, injury field 35, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE19014 | Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment · SEATS; SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT | Sep 9, 2019 | Feb 25, 2026 |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR FWD | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 · possibility 0.111 | NHTSA photo |
| C FWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Convertible · 3.6L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 19 | 28 | 22 | — | — | $3,050 |
| 200 Convertible · 2.4L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 27 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| 200 · 3.6L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 19 | 28 | 22 | — | — | $3,050 |
| 200 · 2.4L · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 30 | 23 | — | — | $2,900 |
| 200 · 2.4L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 21 | 28 | 23 | — | — | $2,900 |
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Check a vehicle
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