Top 5 Problems With The 2015-2017 Chrysler 200 | 2nd Generation (Mechanic's Review)
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- Опубликовано: 4 июн 2024
- Hey Good People,
I just happen to have two 2015 Chrysler 200 S in the shop at the same time. Both cars were giving their owners the blues lol. I wanted to give you guys my honest review an opinion about these vehicles incase you might be in the market to purchase one of these, or if you already own one, what to expect.
In the video there are two different engine sizes. I go over both of them and tell you guys my opinion on each of them.
I hope you enjoy the video.
Your favorite Mechanic,
Alex
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If you guys are having a service airbag light .. look under front and back seat you'll see a yellow plug on both driver & passenger side.. squeeze them a lil to make sure plug is all the way in , a total of 4 yellow plugs.. the connectors gets loose over time
.. thank me later 😊
THANK YOU for this input!
Thank you because mine recently randomly came on
I'm seeing this right now. Thanks!
I have a 200 Limited and I love it. Just had a wheel barring go bad and the previous owner had used JB weld to put the cover back on it. What a freaking mess
I have a 2015 Chrysler 200 and it has 335,000 miles with the original engine and original transmission. I do Uber and Lyft and this car is great for that. I absolutely love my Burgundy Beast. I haven't had any issues that your talking about. I've had mine for almost 5 years. This is a great vehicle but just like any vehicle you have to take care of it or you will be replacing the engine at 96,000 miles.....LOL
I need mine to reach 300k miles. What kind of maintenance are you doing exactly?
Same I need that kind of maintenance schedule is it the 2.4 or 3.6?
Can you give us advice how to get that many miles on our cars I have chrysler 200 has 64,000 miles would love to get it to last 300,000
I agree buddy! Sometimes it’s not the cars. Sometimes it’s owner neglect!
Same bruh i used mine as an Uber and Lyft car and never had a problem. It’s now at 133k. Got a lot of compliments on it.
Hey bro thanks so much for taking the time to share your field knowledge, I want to jump into a 200, do you recommend or not, is there something to do with the computer issues like isolated any way? Do you think transmission issues are always related to computer? Thanks in advance...🎉
Thanks for the knowledge, Alex! I have a 2015 200s with the 2.4 L multiair. I bought it with 40,000 miles on it. It's now at 90,000 miles. I'm careful about doing oil changes, and it hasn't had any problems. I'm planning on my next maintenance right now and appreciate this video a lot!
My pleasure glad to hear you are keeping up with the maintenance
Some things are just "inevitable"!
I suggest you all read up on the recent "class action lawsuit" between Chrysler & Tigershark-the manufacturer of the engine installed in various vehicles before assuming things!
@@lisababaian3816 unfortunately to be eligible in this class action lawsuit, you need to have bought the car new, leased the car new, or in any way shape or form have taken ownership of the car off the lot brand new.
What about your transmission when do you change the tranny oil from it? do you do the chemical flush trough a machine or do you drop the tranny pan from it to drain it and change the filter?
You made a great point with the transmission fluid. Love the professionalism!
I have a 2015 200 S with a little over 100k miles. Just had the spark plugs changed but now after this im thinking about swapping out that oil cooler. Thanks for this video this has been a lot of help!!
Definitely get that oil cooler changed. I got a video coming of a Chrysler 200 that has a busted oil cooler. It does not end well.
Alex great video so relocating the ECM and the oil cooler upgrade you suggested for the pt*v6 with the 9spd ,do they need extra care on oil changes and transmission fluid changes too, ive seen the Pn*V6 engine with the 6sp in the 2013 before the body redesign are those 6speed problematic?
Oh and also when this man says avoid quick lube places, take that to heart. A couple months ago I had a Journey under my wrench that had cheap conventional oil in it. All of the oil pathways were plugged and one of the lifters seized which wrecked the rocker. The bearing on the lifter was half gone and took most of the cam lobe with it. It was a great day for me, not so much for the customer. Cleaning metal shavings out of an engine, and changing a camshaft isn’t cheap. Don’t cheap out on oil. It’s going to cost you a couple months of rent payments in the future.
Years ago I used to change oil at a Toyota dealership. The oil drain plug on one vehicle was a female Torx drive plug. A buddy of mine was changing the oil and had to fight to get the drain plug out. Some idiot at a quick lube place had used an impact wrench to install the drain plug! It was stripped out, and when it finally came out, the drain plug broke in half.
Those places will hire any idiot off the street, give them almost no training, and just throw them at your car.
I own a 2015 200s, bought used. I've owned it for almost 4 years. 6 cylinder, 130,000 miles. No problems! I take good care of it and only use full synthetic.
I have a 200 2015. Heard bout the problems & recalls it had. If you keep up with maintenance & check the car every so often it will last. It all comes down to how you take care of it.
This is always what people fail to understand. They bash the 200s 2016 so bad even. Proper maintenance and fluids keeps a car going. If someone is driving the 200 like a moron and forgetting to do fluids or check on fluids then yeah , any car can turn to a lemon at that point
Ya because who cares what a mechanic says about these pos he sees a million of these
Great info. I have 11650 on mine. Going to get Trans maintenance done for the first time. So far no issues. I have had my 2015 S for 7yrs. Garage kept. I recommend a great warranty and keep up with maintenance. Luckily my runs Great. I did change the thermastat and got a tune up.
Before I talk about my 200, I just wanted to thank you for posting this video. You are a great teacher, and I love the southern charm of your wife and you. You seem like such a great team. I watched it twice and took notes. I'm totally a layman when it comes to cars, and I learned a lot!
Thanks for watching and thanks for your feedback. It means a lot to us. We are constantly asking how can we make better videos for you guys! I love teaching about cars, especially to the everyday person.
Very informational Love the personalities great content keep up the good work you two 🖖🏾
I currently have a 2016 Chrysler 200 and everything you said in this video is very much true. I have been going through hell with this car. First, it was the ticking and burning smell. Then it was the jerking and stuttering. Oh and don’t let me forget the oil gasket leak and replacing the house it sit in. Now it’s replacing the motor. But that’s not even the sad in frustrating part. The sad and frustrating part is knowing something is wrong and the dealership keeps sending you away telling you everything is ok, when it’s obviously not. ( all because your still under warranty) Soooooooooo with all that being said THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU … for getting on here and being honest about what’s happening and what to expect. Much appreciated.❤
omg I got a 15 200 and ive recently had the burning smell too, mechanic said its the head gasket seal or sumthn like that, getting it fixed next week, hopefully that'll fix it and it won't be the oil cooler. but ive also had that trans problem the guy was talking about where it well randomly not let me shift out of park, tried to take it to mechanic but the two times ive tried the check engine light goes off. he also said to change the trans oil but I thought these trans were sealed where you couldn't
I got my 2015 200c a year and a half with 25k miles on it, I did not know about the oil cooler issue, I knew about the fuel pump, cam rockers, and transmission issues, but I haven't had those problems YET lol.
This is new to me thanks for the info man I'll check out that Oil cooler.
Just keep and eye on it, definitely do the upgraded aluminum version of it
I work at the plant that makes the oil cooler. There are many problems with the build process. I have seen the aluminum "knock off" versions of these and they seem much better build quality and durability. However I did notice a slightly smaller opening for the water side of the cooler on the aluminum version.
Thank you so much for your informative information I have that Chrysler 200 it is a all-wheel drive it is been very challenging with trying to keep the car running I have put in a new transmission now I am getting the ticking sound from the rocker arm that will be my next major problem if I decide to fix it at this point is just sitting in the driveway?😢
Also your very intelligent mechanic that’s hard to find these days keep up the good work!
Thanks so much for your kind words 👨🏽🔧
I appreciate your input I own a 2016 chysler 200s brought it new has been reliable had minor issues so far.current mileage 103.000.
I had a 2015 200 for a rental and loved it. I wanted a 200 so bad. I just recently looked into getting one again. Ended up with a Dodge Journey. I'm actually quite happy with my Journey! Got it dirt cheap and it runs great.
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I have a 2015 Chrysler 200s with 267000 miles and still running great
Not me with a 2015 200 I gotta have this thing for some years buddy. Thank you I’m all eyes and ears when y’all talking. 🙌
I have a 2.4 liter Chrysler 200 (2015) and haven't had any of the issues you talked about. But the car is paid for so we know that in itself is open for all kinds of issues. Thanks for the heads up.
Hi @Alex, The Car Doctor! Currently, I need a gas/fuel pressure sensor replacement on my 2015 Chrysler 200 baby. I love my car! I feel its very simple for any mechanic to work on. ALso, nobody will disagree when I say the sound system is nice even to be a factory system. Anyways, My question is how much would you charge me to replace this. I do not have time nor any of male family members. I'm just wondering how much this typically costs? I like to know my car issue before I go into the shop and be very knowledgeable. Thanks! Love the channel; keep posting!
Wish I watched this before I bought it. Lol. Just bought one off the Lot. 🤦🏽♂️. But I definitely appreciate you guys for this video. Will do my best to follow and keep out of the shop.😓. Thank you again for the tip.🙏🏽
I have a 2015 200C awd. It keeps smoking! Have you dealt with that issue? I’v replaced the radiator and same other kit for some oil leak. Seems like the coolant is creating the smoke? Any suggestions?
I owned a Hyundai Accent SE and it was amazing loved it with all my passion I recently lost it tho due to someone wrecking me and was rolled totaled so I’m currently looking at the Chrysler 200s and I am able too afford it but I just don’t know if I should go forward with the purchase what do y’all think? Go for it or go for a 2013 Hyundai sonata GLS
I have a 2006 Chrysler van with 247,000 miles. The engine is cast iron 3.3L (Damion) the tranny works fine: I did change the fluid & filter. I do have electrical problems though: the headlights sometimes won't turn off and sometimes turn themselves on when I'm away. I have to constantly jiggle the switch. The instrument cluster blinks when it's the coldest winter; and I think it came from the factory with the engine light on. I also have a little water leaking on the passenger side in the cab (not the heater coil): I think it's from an A\C drain hose that's too short to drain properly. But I drive easy; and it's a very dependable comfortable vehicle. I probably won't buy another one though. Thanks for a great video!
All the light's on the dash all went on, and the wind shield wipers, in my 2014 Town and Country van. Drove me crazy, still can't find the reason. Do you have any tips??? Any video's you recommend?
Hey Alex I was wondering if you could help me! My front right blinker light won’t work and I got a new bulb an replaced the old bulb !
I purchased my with 16,000 miles still had factory warranty.
Took advantage of that had new leather seat replacement and fixed door panels inside slight discoloration (I worked in automotive supplier side knew how to fix door panels) interior color is white so are leather seats, I have the Panoramic Sunroof and came with technology package.
Adaptive cruise control, Lane sense, cool to let car park itself.
My wife and I love the car.
I like how you did that edit on the correction lol smoothest I've seen on RUclips
That was my wife lol I’ll tell you said so 🤗
My Chrysler 200s 3.6 check engine light is on reading p219a imbalance. What do you think that might be
I just got 200s 2015 from the dealer with 80000 mils in it. When I accelerate, a gas pedal is shaking. Would that be a serious problem if I keep driving it?
Could you also tell me how to maintain this car to keep it for a long time?
Good to know the issues .I have a issue with the electrónic parking brake it don't realese it ,what you think is they issue?
HAVE A CHRYSLER 200 2013 MODEL AND WAS FIXED then went 2 get inspection and trunk wouldnt unlock and doors wouldnt lock and drivers headrest popped open when being inspected. the zipper to the headrest was unzipped. vehicle starts somtimes and sometimes wont. batteries good. new belts. whyd all this happen when i left inspection station?
Have you had any issues with the AWD SERVICE and the T-Case sending implausible data?
I have a 2017 chrysler 200, do you have any idea why my vehicle will shut off when I go to stop at a stop sign or anything. Sometimes it will start right back up and some times it will take a second. No check engine light on or anything.
I have a 2015 2.4l 5 years now still drives great only major work done to it was suspension work and ac blower went out. Make sure oil is changed on time, transmission fluids changed at least every 50 thousand miles air filters changed at two oil change intervals. Pvc valve change at 60 thousand miles. I still have the original sprak plugs at 124000 miles currently.
Same with my ac but other than that it runs great for me. I’m at 170,000 miles and I always use fully synthetic oil.
Change your plugs. You're going to get more power and better gas mileage.
Hello there, please help i have chrysler 200s and every morning i have to boost it literally every morning and then it works just fine all day, i have repplaced battery multiple times thinking that might be the issue but i still get the same issue. PLZ SUGGEST what can be done
I need a suggestion, i am planing to buy used car and i have three choices ,chrysler, toyota and hundai..
I am looki g for the car with low maintamnce and good on fuel economy..
Which one among them would be best. I have some inclination towards chrysler.. should I go with it
The 2.4L that when you turned on the KNOCKING NOISE what is that!? Mine has it and im so confused it gets quieter with revving. If you see this, or anyone please answer is this how these 4cyl sound?
Great video you guys! Very informative 👏🏽
Thanks for watching and the support
You mentioned your brother had a problem with his radio while the odometer was blinking. What was the solution for that ? I am also experiencing the same issue
Thanks for the video I wish your shop was in San Diego . I have a 2016 200 2.4 and my heater hoses started leaking . Also engine light on changed oil pressure switch thought was bad . But when you gas it oil pressure probably not good . May I ask those heater hoses are they a pain in the butt to change? Thankyou 184,000 on mine have changed almost everything
It should not be that tough of a job
Hi Alex
I have a 2016 Chrysler 200. I bought it when it came out. It has about 70 000 mileage. When I first bought it, the car was silent, but now is making a sound like a race car. What should be the problem?
Thanks in advance
I bought the 6 cylindar in 2017. It was a retired rental car. It was kind of a vanity purchase. I didn't really need a 3rd car, but I thought it would be handy. I didn't have a huge budget for this purchase, and I was sick of boring Toyotas. I was excited about how much I was getting for $10,000 and particulary that it was a 6 cylindar.
I still love the car, and it's fun to drive. Within a few weeks I started getting a light for the passenger side airbag. I could reach under the seat and play with the wire harness and it would go out briefly. Asked about that and was told it's super expensive to fix. OK. Wouldn't think so, but I just left it as is. Main thing was this past winter I had to replace the intake and exhaust manifold. Car had 150,000 miles on it, very disproportionately highway miles. So that was disappointing. Still love the car though. It's like having a high maintainence girlfriend that brings great joy to your life.
Lol definitely a high maintenance girlfriend
Toyotas are boring, but they also don't bring any drama into your life! LOL
@@MichaelDavis-cy4ok it’s like having a non attractive girlfriend
😂 lol my 200 light came on for the same reason. I think they might have a recall
It definitely help me . I will be looking into keep now for sure .
Thanks Alex! i bought my 2015 200S in 2016 with 35k + and now have 277k. Kept up on oil changes, had new oil pan installed due to my own fault, spark plugs once. couple questions for you, how often would you change out spark plugs and how do you feel about fuel system cleansers? only major problem ive had is got a code (0402) about my cat converter. do those cleansers help clean up the cat or no? Thanks!
I have one and I believe they have a recall on that took mine for a free repair
I have a 2016 Chrysler 200 and I have a problem starting it , it putts and have very hard starts.
Chrysler has a Catalytic converter recall for this vehicle.
Could that be the problem?
Thanks
Getting miss fire diagnose, I had the spark plugs changed the fuel injectors change the coils change and I'm still getting the miss fire p0303. Engine light on. Car still start up but car shakes when I stopped at a stoplight what you have to do and no idle stays high when I put it in park What's the next thing to do??
I have a Chrysler 20o. Uear 2014. 6 cylinder. Enhine light stays on all the time. How can I get that to turn off completely? Thank you
do u guys have a videpofor replacing vvt solenoid on chrysler 200 2015 limited
Which ones is a better engine with reliability in less issues in the shop a 2.4 or 3.6 on Chrysler 200s
On the first Chrysler he was talking about. That’s the one that I have. Where do you add the Freon at?
How you check the transmission fluid level in 2017 Chrysler 200 2.4 there no dip stick ....
Looking to buy one and came across this video. Great job breaking it down!
Glad it was helpful!
Design obsolescence is the term for designing a product with an artificially limited useful life. They figured out how to make people buy more cars. Great video. Thanks for putting this together.
@13:15 vacuum pump do you have a video on how to fix that ???
Can I just say that I am a very comfortable person when it comes to fixing issues with many kinds of cars. I look up and research different DIY Mechanic channels. I have come across channels with techs who have no idea what they’re talking about & or do! They have no screen presence and zero personality! Alex my name is Chris and can I just say that I’m looking for a video for a specific problem with my friends 2015 9 spd AWD V6 , even though it wasn’t something that you covered in this video , I just want to take a moment to say that for 1 you got a new subscriber while watching this video. 2 you have a excellent screen presence and personality,funny and not afraid to correct yourself if you’re saying something and then you’re like “ wait I think that might be wrong”! I think it’s great that you are just being you, unlike some other channels that edit their content so it’s perfect and they look and sound perfect. What a lot of techs forgot is that behind the editing, Timelapse”s and other things that are done they make it look so easy which isn’t the case EVER! So I just wanted to compliment you on your channel and for having a great lighthearted attitude when doing it. I always think it’s important to tell people on YT if they’re doing something good and you absolutely should be proud for how you’ve developed your own style of videos. I enjoyed watching your channel today, keep up the good work! Chris K 😊
Can u help me find the ac refrigeration port on the 3.6l engine in the 2015 Chrysler 200
I was going to go look at a 2016 Chrysler 200 Touring Sedan FWD with 53k miles for $13k ($3,096 Below Market value per carguru), but I ended up going with a 2015 Acura TLX with 120k miles for $15.5k. Do you think that was the right choice?
My friend has a 2015 Chrysler 200s with a 3.6 engine and has a problem with his car his car won’t pass 4000 rpm on hard acceleration what can be the cause he already Change the oil cooler housing what could be the problem please he need help
Every car will give you problem no matter what company 🤷🏾♂️
100% true
Yeah I'm on the good team. I always wanted one. It was hard to get one. I have a 2015 200 limited 2.4. Got it 3/19 with 80,000 now 8/3/23 I have 266,102 and had no issues. Change my oil usually at 6000 too 6500 0,20w. Only thing I have changed is the front brake pads. That's it. She drives like a champ even in the mountains. I do Uber and Lyft and other side gigs and travel. Haven't had any of those problems. They should have fix the bugs and keep selling them. People still buying these cars. They never stay on the lot long. Haven't seen any side the road like I see other cars. Go 200!
I have a 2015 Chrysler 200 the tire pressure gauge is flashing. Is it OK to drive it till I get it fixed?
Great video... Righteous bro... Thank you so much for the great information. Priceless. I just bought a 2015 200 Limited with 34,000 miles. It runs great and it's a beautiful car but the 9 speed Auto is a little jumpy at times. We will see how it goes🙏. Thanks again you got my subscription.
Thanks for the support
I’ve been getting this lately an engine temp hot warning and service elec throttle control right after. If I turn the car off and on it goes away. The coolant temp isn’t hot - displays about 140 degrees. It only happens on cold days. I have a 2015 200 2.4
Sounds like an electrical bug something like that would need to be diagnosed in person
I have an 2015 chrysler 200 limited and i have an hose that i dont lnow the bame of can you please give me the name of this hose. Its shooting out antifreeze im putting in
I have 2015 Chrysler 200 my odometer blinking how do you fix it my radio went blank other day go I check the fuse but they was good
I have Chrysler 200 since 2018. It’s 2016 model always.228000 km still going strong 💪 did oil changes when it’s less than 20 percent. Transmission fluid change at every 70000 km. Used original champion spark plugs and Bosch ignition coils and brakes rotor + par one time
Thanks Alex I am retired fleet mechanic worked for 28 years at Public Transit Co. And in my spare time work on cars and trucks. My son in law asked if I could check his uncles car a 2015 2.4l I asked what's wrong ,won't start cranks hear fuel pump kicking on I'm thinking its the key fob cause its been sitting for awhile and the battery was dead a now recharged. I'm going to try that battery cable reset. Hope it works. Thanks.
I've had my 2016 200 Limited with the 4 cylinder since new and just turned over 150,000 miles last week. I've had no major problems with it and it's been a good car. Lately the transmission will shift harshly maybe once or twice a month but it's not getting any worse so I'm not worried about it yet. I work 35 miles away so I drive 70 plus miles every weekday and get 30 mpg nearly every tank. It has been maintained exactly as shown in the owner's manual from day one and while it's no guarantee against problems it definitely decreases your odds of certain failers.
I agree! And the owners manual is definitely key ☝🏽people need to know this!
I am buying used 2016 200 , 170,000 KM driven in good condition
How about gas (fuel) consumption
And if you can guide me what to focus while checking the car.
@@sirajshahid1491 hey there The fuel consumption on these vehicles are pretty good especially the four-cylinder.what engine is in the vehicle that you are considering?
The jerking shift is from a bad upper transmission mount I replaced it on my wife’s car for a hundred bucks did the work myself not hard at all
@@deandeanmunoz Thanks for that info my wife car does the same jerk sometimes. Definitely will look into that
I just bought one of these with 113,000 miles on it. I don’t know if the previous owner ever change the transmission fluid. Do you think I should change it or just leave it alone since it has already 113k?
I have a chrysler 200 2016 had new transmission in it but I been having power steering issues when it always has airbag messages always sets off and dealership says it's a detection thing and no lights show up on power steering just airbag light so it something I will need to take to shop or something I able to do like disconnect battery for 10 mins?
It been almost a year after transmission was put in and it started to have issues on power steering after I put gas in from Casey's so I was told that could be why
Have a 2015 s also, repced cooler twice.put a mopar cooler in that appeard to have viton o rings. I think that was issue from heat. ended up putting used engine because I didn't have time at work. Reason for replaced engine? Radiator cap was leaking pressure and ultimately caused gasket or head cracking.had no issues since. 160 k miles now.
Would that motor and computer be cooler if you left the motor cover off?
My 3.6 has 112,000 miles is it a good idea if I change the trans oil ?
Great video man. Got me wishing we didny get a v6 now 🥺
Just take good care of it and it’ll take care of you
Where is your shop I have the same car with 180k miles but my exhaust valve is bad on it and need to be replaced also needs to be reprogrammed to do so
Does the Chrysler 200 need to be serviced, repaired, or fixed?
What does performance shifting unavailable mean on 200 s 2015
Thanks for the knowledge.. I have the 4 cylinder.. gas eater... my whole console panel went..any recommendations
“Gas eater”🧐 Are you saying you don’t get the promised mpg?
Great info on chrysler products do those 200 s have 9 speed transmissions or 8 speed ?
The one on the left has a 9 speed tranny
9 speed
Mike P Is correct
I'm totally a lay person, but for whatever my opinion is worth, I think Chrysler overreached by designing it with such a sophisticated transmission. Should have kept it simpler. I noticed the rough shifts right away. It can be minimzed by good driving habits. Took it to Aamco, and they told me there was nothing wrong with the tranny, that's just how it works. That was 5 years ago, and I haven't had to replace it.
Hello, have you heard about this car passenger floor board front and back being wet.. if so, what was the issue and fix
Is there any over heating?
bro your vid is so honest and true I will like and subscribe just for the way you present the info, ty
Thanks for the sub! I appreciate it
I have the 200s black one and it’s over hearing any suggestions
Hey Alex
I have a 2016 Chrysler 200 that is jerking. I believe it is the transmission, but here in Florida it is about a 3 week wait to get into the dealer to have it looked at because they are short of mechanic post Covid. What can I do in the meanwhile I don’t want the transmission to go out.
Sorry for the late reply. Did you get it looked at now?
So I have 2016 200 s that I just got and when I turn my car off the dashboard stays on and says brake to start and it doesn't turn off at all when the car has been off anybody have any ideas on what this could be?
Dr...Best plugs (16)..06 srt8 Chrysler 182k..does she have oil cooler...best coils
Thank you for the informational video. I've been a Lexus technician since 1998, and with Nissan 5 years earlier. My youngest sister has the 200 Pentastar, and she's regularly having me check it out for her. In fact I'm stopping by her place after work because it stalled on her. She said she smelled a "chemical" type smell coming through the vents so she turned off the AC. Shortly after that all the warming lights lit up like a Christmas tree on the combination meter. My first thought was "Great, electrical problem". I had told her to buy a Honda or Toyota, exactly like you mentioned in the video, and then she gets this Chrysler! Ugh Hopefully it's just the alternator. Fingers crossed.
Thanks again. Appreciate the time you took to put this video together.
Good luck brother keep us posted on what you find.thanks for watching
What was the issue?
The alternator failed. It actually seized when I got it running with a NOCO jump pack. Ended up rising the alternator and serpentine belt (it smoked the belt before i could jump back in to turn it off). Charged the battery, and she's good to go. Sorry so late getting back. Thanks again for posting the videos!
Had a cam position sensor issue and lifter issue @ 42k on my 3.6 awd 200s. Babied this thing from 11k miles. Royal purple and wix xp filter every 3500 miles, premium fuel. Still failed.
Before that there was a severe transmission problem due to Tcm programming errors. Also the infotainment system had an error in this thing and wouldn’t come on for awhile sometimes so Chrysler told me to update it and that resulted in a bricked system, dealer told me 1500$, I sent it for repair for $400 after shipping. I love this car, it drives solid. Great power when you need it, 29mpg average for me. Comfortable, awd has been superb. Just has issues. The mechanic that replaced the engine told me it was a nightmare job, there is hardly any extra space in the engine bay. I love the way it drives though.
So I have a question with my Chrysler 200, the oil temperature will start heating up while driving but the transmission and engine coolant is not even close to overheating its normally at operating level while the oil will get close to overheating you can sometimes smell it.. normally it happens if your racing the car around or just cruising around but have a lot of hills to climb other than that I never notice the oil climbing to overheat.. is the oil cooler for this car also in the same location as the v6 and share the same problem?
What year is your Chrysler 200? And do you have the 2.4?
There's a class action lawsuit for the chrysler 200 2.4 engine. It processes too much oil and the car doesn't alert you too this.
is the 2.4L in the 200 the same as the 2015 jeep compass 2.4L ?
I bought my "2015 Chrysler 200 Limited" in 2020 with only 49,000miles. Fortunately I bought it from a certified dealership because 5mo's later at only 52,000miles the "Tigershark" engine BLEW! Thank god the Chrysler Corp. was willing to work with me on an extended warranty & replaced that engine with a new Mopar engine. I have had EVERY problem with my car that it is known for, the latest being the drivers seat heater no longer turns on, & a possible electrical short somewhere has caused the seat module to stop working so I can no longer raise/lower the seat or move the seat closer/farther from the pedals! I was drawn to the looks & comfort when I purchased this car not to mention desperate for some wheels after 13yrs of riding a bus but, HAD I KNOWN THEN WHAT I KNOW NOW, I WOULD NEVER HAV GIVEN THIS CAR A 2nd LOOK!
I have a 15 200 s I noticed the message that was popping up when you jump started that second one and you mentioned how they would spazz out on you. Mine would do the same mostly after going through a drive through or where I sat still for a longer period when I would go to drive my car shut down with engine still running and a message service transmission service park brake and dealer couldn’t figure it out and finally I came across a local mechanic who said the trans is electronic when it does this it’s lost communication with tcm he hooked a scanner up and did a proximity alignment I hope I said that right and I never had the issue again and it was happening a lot before that. At one moment the dealer was telling me I needed new transmission another dealer said I needed whole new wire harness so try that see if that helps.
as a dealer tech i am glad the pcm is under the hood, would you like to unplug that mess under the dash??
I have the 2015 Chrysler 200 C AWD 3.6 liter V6. I have had to change the radiator, radiator housing, cap and hoses ( about $1500+ due to overheating and the upper hose dislodging off causing it to overheat again ) and now it shows a flashing check engine light ( nervous on what it could be and the cost to fix it ) . Currently waiting for tow as I write this. I have about 152k miles on it. It’s a fast car, great gas mileage and has been reliable.
So helpful thank you!
I also have the Chrysler 2014 LX 4 cylinder 2.4 liter. I’ve spent about close to $2k-4k in repairs ( new radiator , radiator cap hoses housing , water pump, gasket etc ) and it’s about 245k miles. I keep up with tje maintenance of the car and tend to the little things it needs. As of this moment, the check engine light is on, mechanic says there is a problem with the alternator ( since the battery light has come on a few times ) and it has problems with the cam shaft crank shaft area as well. I don’t drive the car out of town anymore. The car still runs and has great gas mileage.