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2012 Chrysler 200Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 1,012 owners and 4 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
1,012
Crashes
43
Fires
8
Recalls
4
TSBs
171
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 1,012 complaints, 43 crashes, 8 fires, and 4 recalls. Complaint rate is 4.2x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

heater doesnt work passenger side

44 complaints • Severity 8.6/10

$X,XXX
2

engine shuts down while driving

22 complaints • Severity 9.1/10

$X,XXX
3

stalling rough idle

16 complaints • Severity 8.8/10

$X,XXX
4

tipm switch failure

12 complaints • Severity 7.7/10

$X,XXX
5

transmission jerks when driving

12 complaints • Severity 8.2/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

161 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 60K miles.

!Inspect the ElectricalMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

178
0–30K
180
30–60K
187
60–90K
120
90–120K
40
120–150K
34
150K+

Peak failure range: 60–90K miles (187 reports) • Median: 60K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (161 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Engine161 (16%)
Electrical137 (14%)
Airbags135 (13%)
Other103 (10%)
Seat Belts70 (7%)
Visibility60 (6%)
Drivetrain53 (5%)
Steering44 (4%)

2012 Chrysler 200: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 16% of all reports filed for the 2012 Chrysler 200, with 161 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 60,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 60K-mile mark.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2012 Chrysler 200, with 137 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 13% of all reports filed for the 2012 Chrysler 200, with 135 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Seat Belts Issues

Seat Belts complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2012 Chrysler 200, with 70 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to seat belts-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

54
12
72
13
80
14
98
15
122
16
222
17
112
18
88
19
67
20
31
21
22
22
21
23
8
24
9
25
6
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2012 Chrysler 200. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (4 recalls)

11V487000Dec 2011

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHRYSLER VEHICLES, INCLUDING 200 AND TOWN AND COUNTRY MODELS, DODGE VEHICLES, INCLUDING CHARGER, DURANGO, GRAND CARAVAN AND JOURNEY MODELS AND JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 31, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 13, 2011, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH 3.6L ENGINES. THESE ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE CONNECTING ROD BEARING FAILURE DUE TO DEBRIS INSIDE THE ENGINE BLOCK.

13V282000Nov 2013

AIR BAGS

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.

16V668000Aug 2017

SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

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.

17V640000Dec 2017

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

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.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2012 Chrysler 200 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

3 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

PE19014ClosedOpened Sep 2019 · closed Feb 2026

Active Head Rest Inadvertent Deployment

SEATS

The worst model year for the Chrysler 200 is the 2015 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

2012 Chrysler 200 vs. Class Average (Compact Cars)

This vehicle

1,012

Class avg

242

4.2x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical compact cars vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 1,012 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 4 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

Other Chrysler 200 Model Years

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2012 Chrysler 200: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Chrysler 200?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2012 Chrysler 200 is related to the engine, with 161 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2012 Chrysler 200 reliable?
The 2012 Chrysler 200 has 1,012 complaints, 43 crash reports, and 8 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 4.2x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2012 Chrysler 200?
NHTSA rates the 2012 Chrysler 200 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 3 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2012 Chrysler 200 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2012 Chrysler 200 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2012 Chrysler 200 has 4 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Chrysler 200 problems start?
Based on 739 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 60,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 60–90K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2012 Chrysler 200 data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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