2013 Chrysler 200: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Aug 29, 2017 · Airbags · 94,000 miles · OH

The brakes squeal all of the time and the passenger seat belt is under a recall. They say the brakes always squeal. It's normal. Also had to get the transmission reprogrammed because of the downshift problems while driving.

Filed Nov 13, 2014 · Brakes · 19,125 miles · WI

I have not had one particular incident, but everyday squeaking instead. What started out as a very loud screeching sound is now a breaking squeal every time I brake. I have had my chrysler 200 convertible into the dealership 6 times for the same problem. The last time they said they can't fix it. Obviously, this has been a problem for some time as I've investigated. If they knew this, why would you sell a car to someone? To me, this is a fraudulent act whereby they intentionally misrepresented this vehicle and sold it to me anyway. Now they say chrysler is aware of the issue, but doesn't know how to resolve it. What an embarrassment to chrysler, not only that they can't resolve it, but every time I stop, it's an embarrassment to them.

Filed Nov 12, 2014 · Brakes · 10,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 200. The contact stated that while reversing with the brakes engaged, an abnormal squeaking sound emitted from the brakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The failure mileage was 10,000.

Filed Oct 24, 2014 · Steering · 500 miles · GA

When I first got my car I noticed it pulling to the right took it to the dealership and they charged me $85 for alignment and it still continued to do it took it back they said it was in the steering I can't remember the service man's exact wording. I was driving about 3 weeks ago I was on the freeway going about 60 miles an hr and I had a blow out on front passenger side thankfully I was able to pull over on shoulder safely. Took the tire to our dealership and he said it was worn from the inside not just normal wear and tear. Anyway we called chrysler and we asked them why didn't they have a recall on this steering problem they said they haven't had any complaints. This is very dangerous cause I have to hold tightly to my steering wheel to keep it from not going to to the right. Plus I see there are others who are having the same problems with brakes squealing and the car jerking into gear please let me know what I can do about these problems. My car has just turned a year old. Thank you.

Filed Oct 23, 2014 · Brakes · 200 miles · TX

2013 200 limited v6 the brakes squeal from what has been blamed on corrosion, the first in my 20+ cars. The dealer did a resurfacing and added a squeak to the squeals. Now at 37k miles I have to suffer to watch pedestrians turn and look to see what all the noise is when I am coming to a stop at lights. After reading the complaints about headlights I now know why the on-coming cars are always flashing me, the lights are angled up to counter act the issue. On the upside, otherwise would have dumped this heap, the gas mileage is great on the highway only and it is a good riding vehicle for 23k new.

Filed Oct 23, 2014 · Brakes, Lights · 200 miles · TX

(this is a resubmission of complaint # 10649389 to which I added lighting and corrected the VIN) and the speed that the squealing and squeaking occur are from 15 to 0 MPH. 2013 200 limited v6 the brakes squeal from what has been blamed on corrosion, the first in my 20+ cars. The dealer did a resurfacing and added a squeak to the squeals. Now at 37k miles I have to suffer to watch pedestrians turn and look to see what all the noise is when I am coming to a stop at lights. After reading the complaints about headlights I now know why the on-coming cars are always flashing me, the lights are angled up to counter act the issue. On the upside, otherwise would have dumped this heap, the gas mileage is great on the highway only and it is a good riding vehicle for 23k new.

Filed Apr 9, 2014 · Brakes · 10,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns 2013 chrysler 200. The contact stated when engaging the brake pedal and driving in reverse there was a loud "grinding/squeaking" noise. The contact took her vehicle back to the dealer for a diagnostic test and was advised that was how the vehicle was designed. The contact insist this was not a proper function for a brand new vehicle. The dealer agreed to replace the rear brake pads; however, the failure persist. The manufacturer was made aware of the defect by certified letter. The contact was waiting for a proper response regarding the defect. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 10,000.

Filed Feb 12, 2014 · Brakes · 13,000 miles · NM

Car has started to make a grinding and squeaking type noises when backing up. Took to my dealer and he told me there aware of the problem, but there is no fix for it right now. We just have to live with it. I told him my wife is afraid to drive it she thinks that the brakes are going to go out. If chrysler doesn't fix this problem pretty soon, we'll be driving another car from a different manufacture!

Filed Nov 21, 2013 · Brakes · 9,000 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 200. The contact stated that the front and rear end exhibited a loud squealing noise without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure would recur intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where a diagnostic was performed but the failure was unable to be duplicated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 9,000 and the current mileage was 13,000.

Filed Apr 4, 2013 · Brakes, Engine · 3,000 miles · WA

I bought my 200 in december 2012. Starting in january, the car idles very strangely. When I start the car the engine rattles as if it does not want to start. The brakes have always squeaked as if they need to be replaced and when I asked the dealership, I was told that this is normal and every car squeaks. Lastly, it is difficult to drive during the evening time because of the low lighting. I do not believe I will ever by chrysler again because the car runs as if it 60,000 miles old. I am afraid it is going to break down any moment. I wish I would have bought the honda accord.

Filed Feb 24, 2013 · Brakes, Steering · 2,810 miles · AR

I have a 2013 chrysler 200 that was purchased in 11/12, it has 2810 miles on it and is falling apart. I took in to the shop because the brakes were squealing and there was a rubbing sound in the front end. The brakes were replaced and the rotors were scuffed and now the rack n pinion will need to be replaced on tuesday. The car sounds as if it has 300,000 miles instead of less than 3000. The tappets are rattling when it idles at a stop light and the transmission feels like it slams from 2nd to 3rd. This just started when I was returning home from having it in the shop. I will never purchase another chrysler product and when this one is paid for in 2015 I will get trade it because the car is not safe, in my opinion. I had planned on giving it to my son but I do not wish him to be hurt in an unsafe vehicle that had mechanical when it had less than 3000 miles on it. I am not reporting the service department because they did listen to me and fixed some of the issues with parts they had in stock, but had to order the rack n pinion as to replace it on tuesday. I feel these are serious issues that should be addressed before a car owner is hurt or killed. I will be contacting someone possibly the highway safety and transportation board about these issues so that a recall can be issued or it can be noted and kept on file for future problems.