Airbag light is on , 2nd time my lower control arms are broken and I go through a battery every 2 years average
Chrysler 200 ball joint problems
26 of the 4,191 owner complaints about the Chrysler 200 describe ball joint or control arm failure, most of them for the 2015 model year.
- owner complaints
- 26
- worst model year
- 2015
- typical mileage
- 31,000
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Harsh shifting 3Jerking 2Knocking 2Check engine light 2Transmission failure 1Pulling 1Steering noise 1Grinding brakes 1
What owners say
Somebody switch my vin to another car stolen the parts the car unsafe swaying and stole the shocks control arm sway bar air bag tampered my car had a key hole on the trunk when I bought it it not there the gas pedal break pedal no correct the car is dangerous and I have a stolen switched Chrysler under my vin number the metal tag missing out the windshield and not my engine
Total suspension system problem,Bad Tire Rods, Bad SwayLinks & Control Arms, Total ABS System problem, Engine mounts problem, Transmission Mount & system problem, Over Idols at 0mph, Seat Material over wear & Tear, Carpeting wear & tear, Auto Paint fade
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle drifted to the right. The vehicle was taken to ganrud chrysler located at 2300 auto park way, green bay, wi 54302, where the mechanic replaced the rear control arms however, the failure recurred. The contact was informed by the service center that the rear wheels were not adjustable and could not be re-aligned. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 19,000.*dt
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle rode over a bump in the roadway and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. While the vehicle was in for a routine service by an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that the rear lower control arms were defective. There was no warning lights illuminated. On several occasions the vehicle was taken to the benchmark chrysler jeep dodge located at (1837 grants mill rd, birmingham, al 35210 (205) 957-1313) where it was diagnosed and confirmed that the rear lower control arms and bushings were defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was also informed that there was an extended warranty on the lower control arms. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
While making a left turn at 5-10 MPH, the lower control arm suspension broke folding sideways and causing the car to be puller left into a parked car waiting to make a turn. Fortunately it broke at a very low rate of speed. The car had just exited a 60 MPH highway. The body shop stated that chrysler must have known about the weakness since the replacement part it significantly heavier built (see photo).
Driving my 2015 chrysler 200s and I'm hearing squeaky noise whenever I go over a bump in the road. Took my car to the shop and was told that I need a lot of front end work done, and that my lower control arms were bad as well as my struts. To add more insult there are no struts on the market for this car. This car is only 3 years old......
Vechile showed no warning of over heating remind u this is almost the luxury model 200s.. Also emission always comes up with check engine even when I change gas.. Also fuel cap isn't always a tight fit even threw mopar pops up as cap loose! Have a terrible suspension problem being a sports model with 19inch stock rims very pour design on lower control arm bushings and struts!
2016 chrysler 200. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle starting hard and rough, electrical issues and front passenger door shutting hard. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle had multiple failures including the parking brake engaging on it's own, the accelerator pedal sticking, wiring systems, the air conditioner and transmission ruptured. The powertrain, control module, compressor, etc condenser was locked. The vehicle starts hard. There was a knocking noise on start up. The tire came off the vehicle while driving. While depressing the brake pedal the vehicle began to lurch forward. The lower ball joint failed. There was body a rim damage to the vehicle. The repair shop failed to repair the vehicle properly.
Both front lower control arm mounts are split causing the lower control arm to come loose.
Related recalls
Suspension: rear: shock absorber
- What is wrong
- Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Ram 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles. Due to an insufficient weld, the rear shocks may detach from the vehicle at one end and possibly damage other chassis components, the tire or result in reduced braking.
- Risk
- Damage to the tire or reduced braking increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shocks and replace any affected ones, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P37.
Recall number 14V392000 · Recall details
Questions about the Chrysler 200 ball joint
Which Chrysler 200 years have ball joint or control arm failure problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2015 (10 complaints), 2013 (8 complaints) and 2011 (4 complaints).
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