2015 Chrysler 200: steering wheel locks up

Filed Jul 10, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 92,700 miles · NC

I have had this vehicle less than 6 months.....it has now started to stall in the middle of traffic..when coming to a stop and upon takeoff from signal lights..the steering wheel locks up and the check engine light and battery light and at one occasion the steering light came on...you can restart it and it will run but for how long before it dies altogether? I am terrified to drive this vehicle...it has never been reported in a recall....not this VIN number, but I have done my research and mine is not the only complaint...and all the complaints are almost exactly the same....my life and the lives of my family are at stake each time I get in this car...what recourse do we have before someone gets killed?

Filed Jan 15, 2019 · Brakes, Engine · 20,000 miles · IL

While in motion the vehicle will shut down - steering wheel locks, brakes dont brake, no sensor lights. Vehicle starts after 30+ mins but no mechanic can locate the problem due to no sensor lights. This is a major health issue when the vehicle stalls in high traffic areas and can't be moved. At this time, it has happened on 3 occassions within a two week span.

Filed Aug 22, 2018 · Steering · 58,095 miles · TX

Takata recall; while driving through heavy traffic on a sunday afternoon a warning light appears on the dash screen: power steering unavailable, need service soon. Suddenly the steering wheel lock up and wouldn't turn. I cruise the car to the traffic light waiting for it to turn red in order to turn the ignition off. When the traffic light turn green I turn the ignition back on but suddenly the warning light came back on and again I wasn't able to steer the car over to the next lane it froze up. Traffic was heavy and a large truck was driving behind me blowing his horn for me to speed up or get out of the way but I could not steer the car over. I put on the emergency lights and try hard to steer the car until I reach another traffic light to turn off the ignition. When reaching the red light I turn off the ignition and turn it back on at the green light. The warning light went off again and the steering wheel turned a little better for me to cruise the car in the right hand lane to the nearest shop. I was about 15 miles from home and able to steer the car in a straight lane to drive slow with my amber lights bleeping. Then I notice a firestone was open, the steering wheel was lock up again so I jerk it as hard as I can to steer it into the parking lot. This was a dangerous situation and thanks god for his protection because this could have cause a lot of people lives. Firestone examine my vehicle and explain what they felt the problem was; electrical, and I had to leave the vehicle to diagnose the problem. The following day they explain to me that it could be my battery so they replace the battery still no success. Call the following day and asked if they believe they could repair the car and the manager was honest and said no because it's a safety issue, the parts that is needed is out of stock and the car have to be taken to a dealership. Possible a recall.

Filed Jul 3, 2018 · Airbags, Engine · 76,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chrysler 200. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled, the steering wheel seized, and the "service air bag" and "check engine" indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the failures occurred on more than one occasion. A dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000.

Filed Jan 14, 2018 · Acceleration, Electrical · 1 miles · NJ

As I'm driving down the road the engine shuts off and steering wheel locks and brake light comes on and I have to slowly stops and wait there to start the car sometimes I have to jump the car in order to start and then its ok for some time.

Filed Aug 7, 2017 · Brakes, Electrical · 60,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chrysler 200. While stationary, the vehicle malfunctioned. Upon engaging the push start feature, the brakes and the steering wheel seized and all of the instrument panel lights illuminated without warning. The contact could not depress the brake pedal at all. The contact disconnected the battery and reset the vehicle in order to restart the vehicle. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed Jul 12, 2017 · Brakes, Steering · 44,000 miles · KY · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2015 chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at 61 MPH through the mountains, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact stated that while attempting to maneuver the vehicle going around a bend, the steering wheel became inoperable and the brakes also failed to operate as intended while attempting to stop the vehicle. The contact crashed into an oncoming vehicle. The vehicle then proceeded to crash head on into the rock face of a mountain. The contact stated that the air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The contact suffered a bruised knee, bruised ribs, and a severe head concussions which required medical attention. Additionally, two passengers in the other vehicle were uninjured. The vehicle was towed an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was called and notified of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 44,000. The vehicle was destroyed. The VIN was not available. Updated 09/19/17 *bf *cn

Filed Nov 21, 2016 · Steering · 48,000 miles · NC · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2015 chrysler 200. While driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel seized. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a pole and was split in half. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention, such as a broken nose, cuts to the face and hands, a sprained neck, head trauma, and bruises to both legs and chest. The contact did not recall exactly what happened due to being unconscious. The vehicle was towed to a junk yard where it was deemed destroyed. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000. *tt updated 7/9/18

Filed Apr 27, 2016 · Engine, Steering · 12,000 miles · CA

On december 2015, I bought the 2015 chrysler 200 limited from gilroy chrysler dealer. (malfunction #1) on sunday april 17, 2015, @ approximately 9:45 I drove my chrysler less than a mile from my home when I made a right turn & my car turned off and the steering wheel locked up. I started my vehicle and was able to drive it. (malfunction #2) the vehicle has also had problems making a clicking noise when going in reverse like metal on metal contact. (malfunction #3) when I put the vehicle in drive it is delayed and changes hard. On april 23, 2015 my vehicle was serviced for an oil change & tire rotation @ (stevens creek jeep dodge) 4100 stevens creek blvd, ca 95129 and the service advisor was advised. He advised they were booked up for 3 weeks in order to conduct a diagnostic check under the vehicle's warranty. The vehicle was serviced and it is scheduled for the first week of may. The dealer would not give a for a temporary vehicle until the vehicle is safe to drive. I am a single mother two children.

Filed Feb 26, 2016 · Steering · 10,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chrysler 200. While driving between 20 to 70 MPH, the steering locked intermittently without warning. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer twice, but the dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact not to drive the vehicle and to seek help with the lemon law. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 10,000. The VIN was not provided.

Filed Mar 25, 2015 · Acceleration, Brakes · 7,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chrysler 200. While driving at approximately 70 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the power steering failure seek service warning indicator illuminated. The parking brake engaged and the service parking brake warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 7,000.

Filed Feb 17, 2015 · Steering, Suspension · 200 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chrysler 200. The contact stated that while making a right or left turn, the steering wheel seized and made an abnormal noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the strut mount bushings needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200....updated 05-27-15 *ta the consumer was informed the strut mount housing was defective. Updated 05/29/15*jb updated 9/22/2017