CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2015 Chrysler 200 carries the torch of "never buy the 1st year of a new vehicle generation" with pride.

The 2015 model year is the first year of the Chrysler 200's 2nd generation. It has been plagued by problems from the start. Transmission failure at extremely low mileage, many recalls, problems stalling while driving... the list goes on. Maybe Chrysler should have stuck with the 1st generation.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
20 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
11 / 0
Average Mileage:
34,276 miles

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2015 Chrysler 200 drivetrain problems

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2015 Chrysler 200 Owner Comments (Page 15 of 34)

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problem #384

Feb 212018

200

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

At low speeds carhas and very strong powerful, jerk thatcan injure and persons neck.also when aproaching and offramp, toget on it staulces out, this most of time itook it and dealer and they put and scanner on it then they said they upgradedthe computer, it lasted for 3 days.now its back worst then before.02

- Ft.Washington, MD, USA

problem #383

Mar 152018

200

  • 76,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. While driving various speeds, the vehicle jolted and stalled. The contact also stated that the vehicle would independently shift into park and the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to jacksonville Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (9600 atlantic blvd, jacksonville, fl) where it was diagnosed that the air bag harness and the multi-air valve were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was at the dealer being repaired. The contact stated that the oil sensor and power distribution center were previously repaired at other unknown dealers due to the vehicle stalling, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #382

May 182018

200

  • 50,000 miles
Takata recall when I drive my car (especially on the highway when accelerating) it seems to not want to shift into gear. It makes a weird sound like it's trying but it doesn't shift until I hit about 62 mph. One time I was driving and stopped at a red light and when I tried accelerating my gear went all the way into the red and I had to pull over shut my car off and completely restart it. Also sometimes when I brake, it seems like it accelerates first and then slows down. I've tried having someone look at it but it just so happens it didn't do it when someone test drove it. It does it 9/10 times for me though. I received a letter about a recall but I can't find it which is the only reason I had looked into this situation more. It seemed like many cars of my make model and year were doing exactly what I had been trying to explain to the body shop however when I put my VIN in to check, it said my car had zero open recalls. I still wanted to make a report just in case it had been missed.

- Alliance, OH, USA

problem #381

Jul 012018

200

  • 15,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. When switching the transmission to the park position, the vehicle would jerk. While the engine was idling, the rpms increased and caused a roaring sound from the engine. Also, while driving at speeds above 50 mph, the vehicle would experience unintended acceleration. The cause of the failures was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The local dealer was not notified. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 15,000.

- San Diago, CA, USA

problem #380

Apr 012016

200

  • 38,193 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. While driving at unknown speeds, an abnormal clunking noise was heard. Additionally, when the push to start button was pressed, the vehicle failed to start. In addition, the gear shifter was difficult to shift into gear and the air bag warning indicator was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (premier Chrysler Jeep Dodge, 13000 I 10 service rd, new orleans, la 70128, 888-358-9233) where it was diagnosed that the system needed to be reset and the bolts needed to be tightened. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failures recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and did not assist. The failure mileage was 38,193.

- Luling, LA, USA

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problem #379

Jul 202018

200

  • 67,000 miles
Car would occasionally shift very rough between 2 of the gears, not exactly sure which ones. Vehicle intermittently through itself into neutral while driving. The above incidents were intermittent until the following incident occurred. Before leaving for the day, attempted to start vehicle. Parking brake light began to flash and message displayed various service warnings. Vehicle would not start or go into gear. Removed battery cable to attempt a reset of whatever the underlying issue is. Waited some time and reconnected battery cable, no effect. After trying for some time the vehicle started normally. After this incident the once intermittent issues began to occur frequently. Very rough shifting, far beyond what should be considered normal. Car began to throw itself into neutral when reversing or driving on public roads normally. Loud unnatural, (sounds like its having a very hard time completing the normal mechanical motion) clunk can be heard much louder then what it should be. After this continued while trying to complete a normal workday commute the vehicle went into and stayed in 2nd or 3rd gear(based on speed threshold). Began to research recalls, a major recall for these exact issues was issued and the dealer listed one of them as complete based on 'inspection' instead of replacing a major component with the issue, the transaxel assembly. All of the issues occurring coincide with this and one other recall. The other recall was listed as 'repaired'. either the recalls were not completed or the repairs and inspection are not sufficient.

- Clarksville, TN, USA

problem #378

Jul 012018

200

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I was in the middle of driving when my car without warning began to shutdown. And since I haven't been able to start up the car. The battery completely lost life in which I don't understand because the car was in very good shape.the miles on the car is approximately 67,500 it was 56,100 when I purchased it.

- Fairburn, GA, USA

problem #377

Jul 232018

200

  • 52,360 miles
My car reves up the rpms when im accelerating and it feels as though the transmission is slipping.

- Aberdeen, MD, USA

problem #376

Jul 162018

200

  • 70,123 miles
"takata recall" my 2015 Chrysler 200 started displaying service air bags, and then the service engine light came on after that it shut off twice and now it won't crank up. But the dash lights stay on and the radio playing, so I had to disconnect the battery. Each time the car shut off, I was driving and I was on a major road in the city doing the time period people is getting off work. The car is parked in my yard and will not crank, I believe it is a electrical probably.

- Augusta, GA, USA

problem #375

Jul 112018

200

  • 88,000 miles
Car jerks a lot when pulling off and stopping

- Fort Pierce, FL, USA

problem #374

Jul 022018

200

  • 66,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

When I was on the highway my car went from drive to neutral and back to drive resulting in a sudden jump from the car. I went to the dealer and they just reflashed my transmission instead of fixing the actual problem

- Elk Mound, WI, USA

problem #373

Jul 042018

200

  • 69,012 miles
I started to feel the jerk randomly while the car switched gears. Took it for an oil change and told the dealership/mechanic three different times. Each time when I picked it up, they told me they were unable to see the problem after driving it around. It happens sporadically but when it does, the car feels like it ran into a wall and jerks hard. If I was able to make it happen I would so the mechanic could see. Over the past few days I have noticed it has been occurring more frequently. This is taking place while in the highway driving 55 mph, with the Cruze control on and still continues with it off. The check engine light also has come on.

- North Bend, OR, USA

problem #372

Jul 012018

200

  • 112,000 miles
1) I was driving on a city street 40 mph and the car lost power and stopped on the middle of street in a very unsafe position, I tried to restart the car but it only made the start noise and did not work anymore. 2)the airbag service light is on for more than 4 months.

- Deerfield Beach, FL, USA

problem #371

Jun 052018

200

  • 11,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. While driving at an unknown speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle reversed instead. The contact had to depress the brake pedal several times with extreme pressure in order to stop the vehicle. The contact also stated that before the vehicle was shifted into drive, it would accelerate rapidly into traffic. The contact had to slam on the brake pedal again to stop the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact also mentioned that the cruise control was not operating correctly. The vehicle was taken to Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram 24 (1020 belmont St, brockton, MA 02301, (781) 961-1550) where it was diagnosed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 11,000.

- Holbrook, MA, USA

problem #370

Jun 262018

200

  • 91,556 miles
After turning my car on, I put the car in reverse to back out of the driveway, and after backing up and putting the car into drive, the car stalled. Another time, I came to a stop sign and while tryig to accellerate, the car stalled. It has stalled at stop lights, stop signs, and there have only been a battery light come on the dashboard after the car is stalled and in electrical mode. There is no warning or indication anything is wrong then the car will die and will be unable to restart for a few mimutes. I had the alternator and spark plugs replaced yesterday, and I got about 100 feet from my house and stalled at a stop sign this morning. This primarily comes when I accellerate from a stop, or slow speed.

- Chula Vista, CA, USA

problem #369

Jun 202018

200

  • 42,000 miles
Vehicle was in motion on freeway. As I applied the brake to slow the vehicle down, it suddenly accelerated. Continued brake pressure brought about the slowing of the vehicle. The unwanted acceleration was momentary but frightening as I was in traffic. This is a well known problem with the 9 speed transmission in this and other vehicles with no known fix. Make Chrysler take these off the road!!!

- Poland, OH, USA

problem #368

Jun 172018

200

  • 84,562 miles
My car shifts to neutral while in motion stalls while in motion all on a highway

- Southfield, MI, USA

problem #367

Jun 102018

200

  • 101,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the gears independently shifted from drive to neutral and the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer (northgate Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 8536 colerain ave, cincinnati, oh 45251, (513) 385-3900) was notified of the failure. The dealer had not diagnosed or repaired the vehicle because the contact had not scheduled an appointment. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 15V470000 (electrical system) and 16V529000 (power train), although the failure was identical. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 101,000.

- Hamilton, OH, USA

problem #366

Jun 012015

200

  • 2,000 miles
The vehicle had two transmission failures where it broke down the first time on the freeway and the second time in the city. Those two transmission failures have not been reported to any car history report Agency or the public. This might be putting someone life at risk. I have to say this that we didn't find any of the following: Durability, reliability, and safety in the vehicle and those were the reason we didn't dive the car that often.

- El Cajon, CA, USA

problem #365

May 182018

200

  • 104,000 miles
'takata recall' after the 2 initial recalls, park brake came on while driving and transmission won't shift out of neutral. Same issue as previously recalled but still not the fix!!!!

- Pinson, AL, USA

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