The Lemon Index2014 Chrysler 200.
The 2014 Chrysler 200 is better than average by owner complaints: 110 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 83, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about airbags, it has 1 recall, and it gets 22 to 24 mpg combined. It's the best Chrysler 200 year we track.
Better than average. 1.2× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2015
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 192 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chrysler 200 year. 2014 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 17K to 92K miles on the car (117 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- airbags complaints mostly came at 30K–70K miles
- engine complaints mostly came at 8K–103K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 18K–106K miles
Recalls 1
- seat belts 2016
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.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Chrysler told dealers about
Chrysler sent dealers 209 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Hands Free Feature Inoperative This bulletin involves updating the Hands Free Module (HFM)…
- Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor 1) If you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying…
- Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module - Transmission You have been identified as either having…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedActive head rest inadvertent deployment2019–2026
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler 200 C FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Chrysler 200 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2700–2900 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
2014 chry 200 lx: air bag light came on after starting car at 58,000 miles and stays on! Dealership in costa mesa ca will not repair without paying $$$$. I really think 2014 200 lx have faulty air bags. Please recall.
2014 Chrysler 200 owner · NHTSA complaint 10903501
More owner reports
My airbags were recalled. I was never notified and was in an auto accident.
NHTSA complaint 11051850
It has not happened,iam referring to the recall notice received
NHTSA complaint 10928113
Quick answers
Is the 2014 Chrysler 200 reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.2× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 83; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2014 Chrysler 200 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are airbags (46%), seat belts (24%) and electrical (16%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2014 Chrysler 200 have?
1 safety recall (latest: seat belts). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Chrysler 200 get?
22 to 24 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2014 Chrysler 200 safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2014 Chrysler 200 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 17,000 and 92,600 miles. The middle report was at 55,000 miles, from 117 complaints.
Does the 2014 Chrysler 200 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2014 Chrysler 200 cost in fuel a year?
About $2700 to $2900 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2014 Chrysler 200 have?
2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works