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2013 Chrysler 200 recalls
Seats: front assembly, head restraint · Air bags: frontal, sensor/control module-inactive
NHTSA campaign 17V640000 · reported October 10, 2017 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 363,930 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is T56.
Air bags · Seat belts: pretensioner · Air bags: frontal, sensor/control module-inactive
NHTSA campaign 16V668000 · reported September 15, 2016 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 1,435,625 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- If the frontal air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and side air bags are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016. The recall began on August 15, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.
Engine
NHTSA campaign 13V552000 · reported November 6, 2013 · Chrysler Group LLC · 521 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- 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 pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.
- The risk
- If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N52.
Air bags · Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 13V282000 · reported July 2, 2013 · Chrysler Group LLC · 442,320 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N38.
Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly · Fuel system, gasoline
NHTSA campaign 13V043000 · reported February 6, 2013 · Chrysler Group LLC · 1,785 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- A broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly may lead to an engine stall or fuel leakage. An engine stall while driving may contribute to a vehicle crash. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace any affected control valves, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Sep 15, 2026 · Seats · 147,680 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the passenger side headrest deployed without warning or impact. The contact expressed concern that the driver side headrest could deploy while driving, potentially causing a crash. While researching the failure online, the contact learned that the plastic…
Jul 14, 2026 · Seats
driver's seat headrest deployed while I was driving. I cannot put it back in place because some internal plastic parts have broken off. The passenger seatbelt sensor keeps going off as if the passenger has not buckled the seat belt. The sensor on that same seat keeps going off even if there's no one sitting on that…
Jun 4, 2026 · Electrical system
The horn will honk sporadically and will not start at times then wipers will malfunction. Had tipm looked at was told it is normal for this to go out, bad design.
Mar 26, 2026 · Air bags · 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger’s side air bag unexpectedly deployed without the vehicle being in a crash. There was no warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the passenger’s seat became inoperable and could not be adjusted or…
Mar 16, 2026 · Seats · 108,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle and closing the front driver's side door, the driver's side front seat headrest deployed inadvertently with the vehicle turned off. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that there would be a charge for…
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 15, 2026.