Is the 2012 Chrysler 200 reliable?

The 2012 Chrysler 200 has 1011 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.7x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: ENGINE problems.

What are common problems with the 2012 Chrysler 200?

Top problems: ENGINE (162 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (140 complaints, avg repair $500); AIR BAGS (136 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2012 Chrysler 200?

Yes, there are 4 recall(s): SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT, SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Contact any Chrysler dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to charge a 2012 Chrysler 200?

The 2012 Chrysler 200 has an EPA rating of 23 MPGe. At the current US average residential electricity rate, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $3341. State rates vary significantly — see the interactive calculator on this page.

How much does it cost to insure a 2012 Chrysler 200?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2012 Chrysler 200 is approximately $1,817/year (ev-mainstream class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Does the 2012 Chrysler 200 qualify for tax credits?

The federal EV tax credit (Section 30D) expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. If purchased before that date, the 2012 Chrysler 200 may still qualify on the 2025 tax return. State-level incentives remain active in 13+ states — see the incentives section on this page for details.

2012 Chrysler 200

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2012 Chrysler 200 has 1011 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.7x the segment average of 587. The most common issue is engine problems (16% of all complaints), specifically: the first incident with my brand new 2012 chrysler 200 was failure to start. i went to start my car and turned the key but the car would not start the engine stalled. i started to turn the key again , again did not turn on. after the third time it began. i brought it to the dealer they said they cou. There are 4 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 5 fire reports filed.

5 fire reports 32 crash reports 35 injuries

1011

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.7x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ENGINE

162 complaints

16%

• THE FIRST INCIDENT WITH MY BRAND NEW 2012 CHRYSLER 200 WAS FAILURE TO START. I WENT TO START MY CAR AND TURNED THE KEY BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT START THE ENGINE STALLED. I STARTED TO TURN THE KEY AGAIN , AGAIN DID NOT TURN ON. AFTER THE THIRD TIME IT BEGAN. I BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER THEY SAID THEY COU
• THIS CAR WAS BOUGHT NEW WITH APPROX 300 MILES BROUGHT FROM A DEALER'S INVENTORY IN KOKOMO, IN TO ONE IN NORTHERN KENTUCKY, WHERE IT WAS BOUGHT 11 MAY ,2012..IT HAD BEEN ON THE PREVIOUS DEALER'S LOT, AS PART OF INVENTORY, I BELIEVE SINCE SEP,2011. IN TOTAL IT HAS STALLED WHILE STOPPED AT A LIGHT 2 S
• CAR CONTINUES TO HAVE A SPEED IMPEDIMENT; IT HESITATES OR STALLS AT 10, 20, 30, AND 40 MPH INCREMENTS AND ALSO AT VARIOUS TIMES WITH ACCELERATION FROM A LOW SPEED TO A HIGHER SPEED SUCH AS ENTERING A HIGHWAY FROM AN "ON RAMP". CHRYSLER TELLS THE OWNER TO CONTINUE TO JUST DRIVE IT AND THE COMPUTER W

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports💥 1 crashes

“THE FIRST INCIDENT WITH MY BRAND NEW 2012 CHRYSLER 200 WAS FAILURE TO START. I WENT TO START MY CAR AND TURNED THE KEY BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT START THE ENGINE STALLED. I STARTED TO TURN THE KEY AGAIN , AGAIN DID NOT TURN ON. AFTER THE THIRD TIME IT BEGAN. I BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER THEY SAID THEY COU”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2012 Chrysler 200

Based on 736 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 60K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

178

30-60K

180

60-100K

237

100-150K

109

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

Earlier than typicalmedian 30K mi · 40 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BRAKES

Earlier than typicalmedian 44K mi · 39 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

LIGHTING

Earlier than typicalmedian 10K mi · 31 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SPEED CONTROL

Earlier than typicalmedian 38K mi · 24 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SUSPENSION

Earlier than typicalmedian 27K mi · 15 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BODY/STRUCTURE

Earlier than typicalmedian 42K mi · 12 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (4)

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT10/10/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012-2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles. A component within the occupant restraint controller (ORC) may fail and prevent the active headrests from deploying in the event of a rear-end crash.

Risk: If the active headrests do not deploy in certain rear-end crashes, the front seat occupants have an increased risk of injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is T56.

Charging Cost Calculator for 2012 Chrysler 200

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local electricity price)

Per year

$3,311

Per month

$276

Per mile

27.6¢

kWh/mi

1.47

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2012 Chrysler 200

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,817

Full coverage / month

$151

Liability only / year

$679

vs US avg

+9%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (ev-mainstream)1.18x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1817

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Chrysler New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Chrysler. If you're buying a used 2012 200, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Chrysler dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

EV Incentives for 2012 Chrysler 200

Updated 2026-07

Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30

Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.

State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)

CaliforniaUp to $12,000

Clean Cars 4 All

ColoradoUp to $5,000

Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit

ConnecticutUp to $4,250

CHEAPR (Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate)

DelawareUp to $2,500

Clean Vehicle Rebate

IllinoisUp to $4,000

Illinois EV Rebate Program

MarylandUp to $3,000

Excise Tax Credit for Plug-in Electric Vehicles

MassachusettsUp to $3,500

MOR-EV

New JerseyUp to $4,000

Charge Up New Jersey

New YorkUp to $2,000

Drive Clean Rebate

OregonUp to $7,500

Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate

PennsylvaniaUp to $3,000

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

Rhode IslandUp to $2,500

DRIVEEV

TexasUp to $2,500

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive

VermontUp to $5,000

Incentive Program for New Electric Vehicles

See full state-by-state EV incentive details

Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.

Estimated Repair Costs

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

SEATS/RESTRAINTS(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 1011 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ENGINE: THE FIRST INCIDENT WITH MY BRAND NEW 2012 CHRYSLER 200 WAS FAILURE TO START. I WENT TO START MY CAR AND TURNED THE KEY BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT START THE ENGINE STALLED. I STARTED TO TURN THE KEY AGAIN , AGAIN DID NOT TURN ON. AFTER THE THIRD TIME IT BEGAN. I BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER THEY SAID THEY COU
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: I JUST RENTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THE FOLLOWING, THE BATTERY HAS NO BOOT OR OTHER INSULATION DEVICE PROTECTING EITHER ITS POSITIVE OR NEGATIVE TERMINALS. THE BATTERY IS LOCATED DOWN IN A WELL IN FRONT OF THE FRONT LEFT TIRE. IT WOULD BE VERY POSSIBLE FOR SOMEONE TO ACCIDENTALLY DROP A META
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 11 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT WHICH CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO A TREE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE POLICE REPORT WAS FILE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MAJOR INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: FIRST TIME CAR WOULDN'T START. DEALERSHIP CHARGED BATTERY AND DID SOFTWARE UPDATE. SECOND TIME CAR WOULDN'T START THEY REPLACED BATTERY. THIRD TIME CAR WOULDN'T START BATTERY COMPLETELY DRAINED THEY SAID IT WAS A GLOVE BOX SWITCH. FOURTH TIME CAR WOULDN'T START THEY SAID IT WAS THE USB CABLE KEE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 4 recalls have been completed — free at any Chrysler dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)