2013 Chrysler 200: fire, smoke or burning smell

Filed Jan 6, 2023 · Engine · 149,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer to have the catalytic convertor replaced under an emissions recall notice. The contact stated that after he parked the vehicle, there was smoke coming from underneath the hood. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact made the dealer aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 149,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Sep 4, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · TX

On 9/3/21 my car stalled twice while driving, no warning, no lights, then it restarted on it's own. I was in the middle of a turn with other cars approaching my car, could have gotten hit by another car. Unable to steer and horn with a low beep. On 9/4/21 st 7:30am while driving to take car to get checked out I thought I saw a spark where aux cable was inserted, I unplugged the cable, no burning smell or any other things seen.

Filed Mar 11, 2020 · Engine · 83,000 miles · NC · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 200. The contact stated that there was antifreeze leaking on the inside of the vehicle on the accelerator pedal and the brake pedal. In addition, there was light gray smoke coming through the vent and a strong coolant odor. The contact mentioned the smoke fogs the window. The contact contacted auto park chrysler jeep 400 autopark blvd, cary, nc 27511 where they informed that there was one recall on her vehicle but not for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

Filed Mar 20, 2019 · Engine · 70,000 miles · MI · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 200. While driving approximately 60 MPH, smoke emitted from underneath the hood. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and the engine caught fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was damaged and towed to an impound. A fire report was not filed and there were no injuries. The contact called us auto sales inc at 313‑952‑2920 (located at 27131 plymouth rd, redford charter twp, mi 48239) and was advised to file a complaint. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Filed Jun 13, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · PA · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2013 chrysler 200. While driving on the highway at an unknown speed, the contact was altered by another motorist that flames were present underneath her vehicle. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. The contact exited the vehicle as tall flames erupted underneath the engine. The fire department was called and extinguished the fire. A police and a fire report were not filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed and the insurance company had the vehicle towed to a tow yard. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v043000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was awaiting a call back to determine if they could investigate the cause of the fire. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.

Filed Dec 31, 2017 · Seat belts, Seats · 89,000 miles · CA

I was driving on the freeway when I noticed smoke coming from underneath my hood and the same time my car was loosing power I glanced at my warning lights in which there was no warning indication that my car was hot nor did the engine light appeared. I finally pulled to the side of the freeway almost causing a pileup with a big rig I proceeded to open the hood when I noticed oil throughout the engine I take it to the dealership in which they contacted the warranty dept in which the car was still under warranty.my car sat at the dealership for approximately 60 to 90 days the warranty dept wanted various pic of the engine a dianogstic test was performed the outcome was everything was properly running the dealer ship found a piston ring that came off the piston and a new engine had to be put in that's when the warranty dept denied my claim stating it was my fault because I changed my oil in which I did at least 4 to5 times a day I mailed them proof of my purchases of the oil supplies I bought but was still denied the car dealership took it upon themselves to payoff the remaining balance of 10000 because I couldn't afford to buy a new engine which was under warranty can you please assist me the car dealership has been avoiding me as well as my phone calls iam a sports official in which I lost alot of work due to no transportation [xxx] thank you for your time. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 14, 2016 · Engine · GA

My husband purchased this vehicle for me less than six months ago, I went to put gas in it on saturday 09/10, got out and noticed a sweet burning smell, thought it was someone else's vehicle. I went to a store right across the street got out and noticed the same smell. I then realized it was my vehicle and proceeded to go home(which is a short distance), the temp light came on, the continuous ringing started(as if I wasn't wearing my seatbelt), other lights proceeded to come on. When I turned into my subdivision, the car began smoking. As I turned on my street, it didn't want to pull at all. I managed to get it into the dealership on monday, but just got a call today and was told the head gaskets blew, and it will be $3000 to repair. I've read similar story's on this site from other 2013 chrysler 200 owners, and am quite bothered, but I'm also wondering what's being done to rectify this before someone gets injured or killed?

Filed Feb 20, 2015 · Fuel system · 30,000 miles · KS · 1 injury

Oct 2014 I remote started my car. My grandson was in the car, when I came outside I smelled a strong odor of gasoline. Gas fumes was coming through the vents and gas was leaking, took to olathe dodge they supposedly fixed it. 3 fuel injectors and loose hose. Jan 2014, same thing happened I was driving down the road this time a loud clang, strong gas fumes came through the vents and I parked and had it towed back to olathe dodge. They fixed again. I got my car back and took it 2 blocks and it was smoking blue/black smoke really bad, I took it back to olathe dodge. They called me 6 days later and said it was fixed, I took off work to pick it up got in the car the engine light was back on and could still smell gas. They kept the car and gave me rental and called back 7 days later. This time it was fixed. On feb 17, I was going to hospital to see my new grandson, I got off work started driving and the gas fumes were back in my car. I kept driving to the hospital with the window down about 2 inches because gas fumes coming through vents. I left my car at hospital and called olathe dodge. They said to bring it down to them. I drove it to olathe knowing that the fumes was coming through the vents. On feb 18th I went to dr. Because my face was swollen and red. The dr. Said that I was walking in the cold, which caused me to get wind burned. I work in doors. I called poison control to see what I can do. They said that I should not get back in that car until it is fixed because that is dangerous. This is the 6th time that they tried to fix it. Everyone told me that this car is a lemon. I love my car and had high hopes that they would fix it. I have 3 grandbabies that ride with me in my car. What if this car catches on fire.. I would not be able to get my 1, 2, and 3 year old grand babies out of their carseats fast enough... God forbid ... Please help me.