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:
26 / 10
Injuries / Deaths:
12 / 0
Average Mileage:
37,837 miles

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2015 Chrysler 200 electrical problems

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2015 Chrysler 200 Owner Comments (Page 2 of 37)

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problem #704

Jan 292023

200

  • miles

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

The vehicle lost power and completely shut down while driving. I was unable to turn on emergency flashers or move the vehicle out of the street. There was no warning or indication lights on. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and a private mechanic and they were unable to diagnose problem. After disengaging the battery and waiting about an hour, then reengaging battery, all power comes back on. I have had six incidents of this happening and two of the incidents were while driving, putting me at risk of being struck by another vehicle.

- Reynolds, GA, USA

problem #703

Jan 112023

200

  • miles
While driving the car on the highway it completely shut off and would not start. My dashboard is black and flashes. This could have been worse and put our life at risk. I have had so many issues on this car ever since I purchased it. I have taken it to a shop before and this will be my third time.

- Waxahachie , TX, USA

problem #702

Dec 232022

200

  • miles
The car gives an error message of "engine warming wait to start" It will not crank. I've spent money for a new battery and a starter and it wasn't the fix. Hundreds of other consumers have reported this issue in online forums and to the maker and still no resolve. They stopped production of the car for this reason. Something has to be done.

- Warner Robins, GA, USA

problem #701

Jan 012019

200

  • miles

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

Chrysler/fiat has issued a TSB recommending the wiring harness inside seat to be replaced. This should be a safety recall not a TSB since it has to do with airbags. It's a safety hazard. This needs to be done before someone is seriously injured or dies.

- Lewiston, ME, USA

problem #700

Nov 232022

200

  • miles
Decelerating while approaching a stop sign the engine shut off and would not restart for approximately 10 minutes. No warning lamps or indicators were lit. The driver was in danger of rear collision while attempting to restart.

- Montgomery , NY, USA

problem #699

Sep 302022

200

  • miles
Car stalls when starting from a stop. If the outside air temperature is below 50 degrees F, it seems worse. There are no warning lights, no codes...it just stalls out. It will usually start after trying once (It takes at least 20-30 seconds of trying to start before it does). I was pulling from a redlight to a 4 lane road when it stalled. I had no where to go. When I first purchased the car, I took it to the dealership 3 times, they said it was a transmission problem at first, then spark plugs, and the third time they couldn't find anything. September 30th was the last time this has happened, but not the first. If I start the car 15 minutes before driving, it doesn't seem as bad

- New Waterford, OH, USA

problem #698

Jul 262022

200

  • miles

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

the car would shut off while driving i was on the interstate the first 2 time when it happened no warning would just shut down then battery light would flash when i would try to start it occurred multiple time starting 7.26.22 last time was 8.19.22 took to dealer after the first 3 times (one occurred on a 2 lane highway) they couldn't find what was wrong had it for 3 weeks, took it to mom and pop shop he found problem and had to replace recalled PCM the recall was done in 2016 but the part failed again

- Steward, IL, USA

problem #697

Mar 202021

200

  • miles
there have been recalls to other chrysler 200 for these reasons. I am having issues with all of these and no recall. Steering linkage or strut issue The electrical goes out on the dash and console of the car. cannot use air or any of the buttons Warning light to check gas cap Power terrain was fixed once and it came back the same way Tire pressure also not working

- Jackson , MI, USA

problem #696

May 272022

200

  • miles
Lights keep popping up on the dash but disappear. No one can figure out why the car pretty much shuts down when you take go to accelerate it shudders extremely hard and doesn-??t go.

- Myrtle Beach, SC, USA

problem #695

May 312022

200

  • 140,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the instrument panel lights started blinking. The contact merged to the right lane and the vehicle stalled and lost electrical power. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact was able to jumpstart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the engine oil was replaced. However, the failure reoccurred while driving. The contact stated that she was able to restart the vehicle five minutes later. The contact then drove the vehicle to her residence. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

- Bridgeport, CT, USA

problem #694

May 132022

200

  • miles

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

While vehicle is in driving mode it shuts off. I complained to East Hester chrysler 3 months ago and they were unable to diagnose the issue. It was doing it at least 3x a week, now it's happening daily and it has happen on the highway 2x which was a scary moment. I need some assistance, I notified Chrysler corporation and they reported the situation and refer me to a chrysler service center. I read that there has been a recall on my vehicle for the same situation (stalling while driving) I am having my vehiclencheck now at Central Ave Chrysler to see what they find. I hope the issue can be fixed and corrected and if there is a recall for this issue please help me. Thank you

- Bronx, NY, USA

problem #693

Apr 292022

200

  • miles
It-??s starting up but won-??t drive and light smoke come from the car overheating a lot it-??s just a big mess not holding any fluids waste money trying to keep it with Fluids

- Cincinnati , OH, USA

problem #692

Mar 042022

200

  • miles
Let me start by saying I was in love with my 200S but lately she been acting up. 1) I was driving on multiple occasions now when I-??ll hear a chim sound(Warning light with nothing laminated on the dashboard) car loses all power and shuts off completely no matter where on the freeway and surface streets 2mins later car starts up. The latest incident came a week ago when I was pulling in a drive way car shut off completely while traffic was coming almost causing a major crash (Thank God Nobody didn-??t get hurt) other motorists got out to help push it to safety. There-??s been multiple occasions while driving the car starts shaking bad as if it-??s going to stall check engine light comes on..I pull over scan for codes nothing pops up, I then check connectors and fluids etc unscrewed the gas cap Redo it, car starts up I drive home safely (No more stalling feeling or bad shaking) Mechanic run diagnostics No Error codes appear. 2) Airbags senor come on and off for no reason which scares the heck out of me to drive it not knowing if they-??ll actually protect me or not if I need it too. It-??s been almost 2 car payments since I drove it.Due to safety fears because I travel with Kids 3) it-??s hard to pick up speed when trying to accelerate My car is now at 99K miles and I have been going through these issues probably since 73K miles

- Bellflower, CA, USA

problem #691

Apr 262015

200

  • miles
Ok this model has 8 recalls and I've only received one. My airbag indicator has been on for awhile now. See they have had recall for seat change. Which is my indicator picks up when i move my seat a certain way. My car drives be itsself in the acceleration. The intake is throwed. My radio just stopped working on its own FOR NO REASON. After that use to make this noise on its own even when car was off to try to come back on but it didn't. Electrical recall and whole middle console doesnt work. (Something sbout a usb update) Now my car goes dead over night and I have to jump it to start. Battery, starter and alternator is fine. This ridiculous at this point. Ive had 1recall resistly but have all these problems and see there is a total of 8. This things need fixing asap.

- Lawrenceville, GA, USA

problem #690

Jul 202021

200

  • miles
Body control module wasnt working took it to the dealership did a diagnostic and it said body control module needed replaced we paid to buy this part and to have it put in and it still didnt work i have the receipts for this the dealership then wanted us to pay for more dignostics and parts and still isnt working there is a recall on this just want my car to be fixed and running properly and be safe on the road.still a problem with the vehicles high communication which tells me if its not communicateing the part to the vehicle theres a problem in the electrical. there should be nothing going wrong the car is only 7 years old.I have been trying to get to the bottom of this the dealership Grand Bay Area jeep chrysler has been of no help what so ever.2 recalls already campain #15V470000 recall #R24 And campaign #14 V480000 RECALL#P43. And on7/23 for an exploytation of the software and the antilocking brake system is not working properly. This whole situation is not good I desperatly need help all of these problems are safety issues

- Coos Bay, OR, USA

problem #689

Mar 302022

200

  • miles
Car frequently stalls and shuts off while driving. Only has 80k miles. Almost had an accident today.

- Hamilton , OH, USA

problem #688

Feb 142022

200

  • miles
Thermometer malfunction When coolant temp reaches 174 degrees, thermometer bottoms out. electric throttle light comes on and l=lights saying engine HOT appear. Turn car off, wait 60 seconds turn car on and the car is fine.

- Grove City, OH, USA

problem #687

Aug 022021

200

  • miles
My car is not shifting correctly after the recent recall for a software update. My engine light came on the very next day. The problem happens mostly on the highway as I try to accelerate. My car runs between 3500-4500 RPMs on the highway unless I am going downhill. I have to keep letting off the gas in order for the car to shift. I am not entering the highway at a safe speed because my car will not go. I am afraid this is going to cause a wreck. I am not sure if this is along the same problem, but my remote start stopped working correctly at the same time. I can start it with the remote, but it will only stay on for about 10 seconds, this is also NOT due to being low on gas. I called the dealer about this issue but they want to charge $150 to even look at the car.

- Lawrenceburg, IN, USA

problem #686

Sep 142021

200

  • miles
upon taking my chrysler 2015 200 limited 2.4L in-line into BAY AREA CHRYSLER dealership to figure out why my car wasnt running correctly they it on their diagnostic they said it needed a body control module which the dealership put a new one charged me $199.20 to put it in plus the $376.35 for the module that was ordered which I paid.when I picked up my car it was parked with the ignition on and walked off with the key fob.after paying for another 200 $ for a new key fob I was told the new part didnt work.so now the center stack which controls the radio the heater /air conditioner controls screen off on selecter knob and parking brake do not work so im wondering if the electrical recall or failure of the dealership to do their job

- Charleston , OR, USA

problem #685

Aug 072021

200

  • miles
I tried talking to Chrysler but they were no help. They have had a power failure recall but I was told that based on my vin number, didnt affect my vehicle. Intermittent power steering failure. I replaced the battery, I replace the rack and pinion and it-??s still doing the same thing. $2300 down the drain. You can be driving and loose the ability to steer the vehicle. There are tons of complaints about this and they all say the same. They have replaced major parts and the issue persist. When speaking to crysler over the phone, they said that the replacement of the rack and pinion would fix the issue. Thats not true. https://www.200forums.com/threads/power-steering-failure.30529/ https://https://://www.aboutautomobile.com/Consumer-Complaint/2015/Chrysler/200/Steering There is alot more. I have been dealing with this since August. I dont know what else to do or where to turn but this is a major safety issue and it needs to be made public and addressed.

- Houston, TX, USA

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