Takata recall no heat on passenger side, blows cold air. Unable to defrost passenger side of windshield. Chrysler service advised that heatercore plugged, need to replace heater core, radiator, engine oil cooler & thermostat. Had all replaced, at a cost of $2200. One year later, same problem, no heat passenger side.
2012 Chrysler 200 visibility complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. The contact stated that the heat and defroster stopped working. The vehicle was taken to landmark dodge chrysler jeep ram (1900 s noland rd, independence, mo 64055) four times, and each time the heater cooler was replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 78,000.
My horn started honking on it own. I first noticed it when I was outside the car and had not touched it, the horn started honking. I got in the car and it stopped. Every time I drive the car the horn honks on its own, sometimes long honks other times brief. The next thing it started raining and the wipers would not work properly they would swipe halfway and stop, only working when on high. Finally I was driving home and the car stopped in traffic. I sat for a few minutes and started it and it would stop after moving for about an inch. The car stopped three or four times and finally I was able to drive the 2 or 3 miles to my home and park.
Defrost doesn't work. Dealership calls for replacing radiator, heater core and oil cooler due to sludge build-up/clogging in coolant/heating system. This appears to be due to an incompatibility between the coolant used by chrysler and the chemicals/oils used in the manufacture of the engine system. This is 100% a manufacturing defect and the dealer & manufacturer are unwilling to replace. Fairly common problem with the 2012/2013 chrysler 200, regardless of engine type. This is a safety concern as the windshield can become fogged very quickly while driving under the right conditions (damp weather) and without warning, posing a safety hazard. Started about one year ago.
Passenger side pushes out cold air, terrible to drive in and uncomfortable. Battery has been replaced 4 times in the last 2 years. Alternator as well. While driving to work, my windshield frosted over from being so cold and I had to veer off the road to avoid getting into an accident.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. The contact stated that the defrost system did not function properly. The contact mentioned that the vehicle had to be flushed every year in order for the defroster to work. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. *tt consumer stated thermostat was replaced. Vin not available
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. The contact stated that the heat and defroster were not working specifically on the passenger side, which affected the contact's visibility while driving. The contact also noticed a fuel odor coming from the heating unit when it was activated. The contact called the dealer (barbera autoland, 7810 e roosevelt blvd, philadelphia, pa 19152, (215) 333-3700) and was informed that there was no recall. The contact was advised to call the manufacturer. The manufacturer agreed with the dealer and stated that there was an assistance program to help pay for the repairs, if the contact was eligible. The manufacturer advised the contact to call the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was 60,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. The contact stated that there was no heat coming from the front passenger side vent and the defroster also failed to function on the front passenger side. The dealer (landmark dodge chrysler jeep ram, 1900 s noland rd, independence, mo 64055, 1-(816) 833-2100) was contacted for routine servicing and they flushed the radiator, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
2012 chrysler 200 convertible heat fails to defrost window causing total visibility loss and inability to see out of windshield. Lack of heat does not allow for safe operation of vehicle. This occurs when vehicle is running. The car can not warm up enough to defrost windshield. No heat coming from defrost or vents. Blows cold air. This occurs when driving or stationary. Can not see! Dangerous!
The car had only 35,000 miles when the issue started. The passenger heat is cold, and the defrost will not work, while the driver's side gets warm, and will defrost a small amount of the driver side windshield, and nothing on the side windows. This issue is a hazard for visibility in the winter. I have researched the matter to finds this is a common issue with the chrysler 200 and has a repair bill of $1500 as the passenger side has a blockage or clog in the system.
Passenger windshield visibility do to heater core not giving heat at passenger side clogged at about 70k miles dangerous to me and oncoming traffic an accident waiting to happen.
"takata recall" when it is cold the defrost won't work and the passenger side of the car is extremely cold.
Known issue with heater core results in not only comfort issues, but driving hazard, as the defroster is also impacted. Heat does not flow from passenger side defroster, resulting in lack of visibility. This has happened more than one time while driving, including instances of total blockage of view on right side of windshield.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate. When the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle began to decelerate. The failure occurred on several occasions. The contact stated that the failure occurred after the heater blower failed to blow heat out of the passenger side vents. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failures. The local dealer (jim riehl's friendly chrysler jeep in sterling heights, mi) was notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 87,000.
The heater core gets clogged up and your windshield visibility will not be cear. Thia will cause unsafe driving measures.no heat my car blows out vool air only.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. The contact stated that the defroster failed to operate as intended. The vehicle was taken to glendale chrysler (10070 manchester rd, st louis, mo 63122) where it was diagnosed that the engine core radiator, heater core, and radiator cap needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The VIN and failure mileage were unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. The contact stated that the heater did not work on the passenger side of the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to haasz automall of ravenna (4886 oh-59, ravenna, oh 44266) where it was diagnosed that the heater core and the radiator needed to be replaced. The contact was informed to pay a deductible because the vehicle was not purchased at the dealer. The technician also stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. The manufacture was made aware of the failure and stated that the deductible needed to be paid. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 54,500.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. While driving 60 MPH, the contact realized that the passenger side of the vehicle became cold. While the defroster was activated, the contact realized that only the driver's side was defrosting and not the passenger side. While the vehicle was stationary, the passenger side began to defrost. While the vehicle was in motion, the passenger side became cold. The dealer (east gate chrysler, 500 n shadeland ave, indianapolis, in) diagnosed that the heater core failed. The vehicle was not repaired. There were no recalls associated with the VIN. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Complaint: passenger seat belt gets stuck when buckled. You have to pull really hard to release the buckle. If I were to get in a wreck I could not get a passenger out of my passenger seat because its too hard to unbuckle.this occurs when car is moving and stationary. Heater problems: my passenger side heat is not working it is blowing cold air and will not defrost the passenger side. Only the driver side right vent blows warm air. This issue occurs when car is stationary and moving.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. The contact stated that the heater core malfunctioned. The vehicle was taken to the kernersville chrysler dodge jeep ram dealer (950 nc-66, kernersville, nc) where it was diagnosed that the heater core failed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred at approximately 72,000 miles. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 19,000.
Defrost does not work and this impairs visibility. Cannot drive car when windshield fogs. Dealer reports that the heater core needs to be replaced at a cost of $2000. This is widespread among this model and similar models according to computer search.
The passenger side heat is not working, this appears to be a very common issue with this make and model. The issue get worst overtime as it is now affecting my ability to properly defrost my padsanger side windshield as well as the passenger side window which is causing a safety concern due limiting my visibility . This is driving hazard to me and other drivers during the winter.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. When the contact attempted to drive the vehicle, the heater on the front passenger side failed to function and prevented the passenger side window from defrosting. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 47,000.
The vehicle has lost most of its heating capabilities and will not defrost the windshield. This is extremely dangerous as we live in a cold climate during the winter and could cause an accident as well as causing the driver to be very uncomfortable while driving. I have read up on numerous complaints of this and I cannot believe there hasn't been a recall submitted by chrysler. I even had a past chrysler mechanic inform me that when he was working for a chrysler dealership that the dealership received a letter informing them that they would start to see this problem occuring with these vehicles. Unbelievable! And yet no recall has been issued? This needs to be addressed for serious safety concerns before people are killed if it hasn't happened already.
Heat stopped working on passenger side. Defrosting is more difficult being that the air is not warm in cold temperatures. Prior to the heat not working on the passenger side the A/C stopped getting cold too. (it was getting cold only on the drivers side)
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. Upon starting and driving the vehicle for a while, the heater ventilation would circulate hot air on the driver side and cold air on the passenger side. Due to the failure, the defogger on the passenger side of the vehicle was not operational and prevented the contact from seeing out the windshield. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
Passenger side heating and defrost not working and barely working on driver side. Will not defrost causing trouble with visibility... There have been numerous complaints about this very same issue on "carcomplaints.com" the issue became noticeable when it state to get cold in november and december of 2017 around 68,000 miles
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. The contact stated that there was a premature failure with the vent control electronic function. The vent controls failed to generate warm air when the heating function was used. An independent mechanic stated that the heater core needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. When the contact attempted to drive the vehicle, the heater on the front passenger side failed to function and prevented the passenger side window from defrosting. The vehicle was taken to doug marine motors (1120 clinton ave, washington ct house in oh 43160) where it was diagnosed that the heater core needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the repair fees. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chrysler 200. While driving various speeds, the contact noticed that the heater failed to function on the front passenger side vent. The failure prevented the windows from defrosting in inclement weather. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000. The VIN was not available.
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