Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2011 Chrysler 200 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The brake booster corroded and the vacuum lines were damaged due to the corrosion causing the brakes to go out on the freeway. There is an active recall on the brake booster but when brought to chrysler they state the vin is listed in Canada (I live in Indiana in the USA) and not effected yet the part numbers match, there is no water shield that is supposed to be there and chrysler refused to take care of the issue that I had to spend 750 out of pocket. When I stated the part matched the recalled parts to chrysler they just said they would send a customer feedback form but there is nothing they can do. I have had my mechanic save the part in case it's needed. I almost crashed on the freeway because my brakes gave out due to a defective part and I'm basically being told to kick rocks.
ABS, Parking brake and traction control systems error items showing on dash. These error items indicate that the ABS module needs to be replaced, however Chrysler can no longer supply this part and the dealer has said that they have tried unsuccessfully to install a used part and also am after market part which would not work.
The car begins to buck hard and drive sluggish on the highway around 45 miles per hour. And when stopped idle at the light stalls regularly. I took it to the dealer and they had me replace the cam shift sensor. The repair did not work. It continues to stall
Tl* the contact owned a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH in the rain, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to engage as the he had to pump the brake pedal several times. The contact stated the vehicle hydroplane and landed in a ditch. The contact sustained no injuries. A police report was not filed. The contact mentioned that he was experiencing issues with the brake pedal prior to the collision. The vehicle was towed to james collins downtown Ford louisville (809 s 5th st, louisville, ky 40203) where the failure cause was not diagnosed as the vehicle was deemed total loss. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000. The VIN was not available.
On July 4 the ABS light came on for no reason several times , staying on for long periods of time. There was a clicking noise in the steering colum and wheel . It sounded like it was coming from the left side. On July 5 , I was driving to work on a back road with several curves . The ABS light came on again . Clicking was still happening as well. All of a sudden I felt like I was sliding on a sheet of ice. I swirved from side to side and could not get my car under control. Then my vehicle was on two wheels on the passenger side . Which then slide off the road and down a embankment turning several times and landing on the roof of the car. The air bags never deployed. I am now suffering with a broken collar bone due to the accident.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the brakes and the steering wheel locked seized. The contact was able to come to a stop after restarting the vehicle. The failure occurred on two occasions. In addition, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed that a fuse failed. It was unknown where the vehicle was taken for repairs however the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,000. The VIN was not available. Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the brakes and the steering wheel locked up on vehicle without warning. The contact was able to come to a stop after restarting the vehicle. This occured on two occasions. In addition, the air bag light remained illuminated. …
Tl contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, over a bump, the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver. In addition, when the brake pedal was depressed it would vibrate. The contact mentioned that the harder the brake pedal was depressed, the harder the vibration. The contact also stated that the vehicle shifts out of gear and accelerates independently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the tires needed to be rotated. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. In addition, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond. The vehicle stalled and the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician informed that the vehicle was operating as designed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 14.
In 3 weeks time the car stalled midway in the highway while driving as if it were going to turn off. I took it in for repairs and it was the shock plugs. Then the brakes were not working. I took the car to replace all four brakes. A day later the battery light came on. After driving my son to school the car pulled back and shook and shut down. I took it back in for repairs and it was the alternator. Today the windshield wipers froze midway. This is the most unsafe car and all should be recalled in general.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. While driving various speeds, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the front end of the vehicle shook. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rotors of the vehicle were warped and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure occurred on two separate occasions after the initial repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,900.
Brake complaints in other 200 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2011 Chrysler 200?
NHTSA has 26 complaints about the brakes of the 2011 Chrysler 200, 7% of the model year's 371 complaints. The component named most often is antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › abs warning light (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2011 Chrysler 200 brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 2011 Chrysler 200, though it has 3 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2011 Chrysler 200 brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 36,000 miles, and 50% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 0 fires and 2 injuries to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.