Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (headlights, tail lights, turn signals, interior lights).
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).
** Occasional stalling, when stopped or when driving normal speeds, sometimes for a few seconds, sometimes longer. Fuel pump was replaced, problem continued, 2nd fuel pump installed, problem continues. Mechanic believes it is the TIPM, Totally Integrated Power Module. ** Headlights sometimes turn off while driving when totally dark. Not an issue of any ambient triggering headlight to turn off. I had headlights replaced, problem continues. It can only be resolved by turning headlights off, then back on. I suspect TIPM controls headlights set to AUTO, as headlights have a delay turn off when exiting the car. ** Horn turns on intermittently, when car is on or off. It will have short beeps or stay on for long periods. It may happen every few minutes, or days apart. As part of the alarm system, I suspect this could be another TIPM issue. …
One morning, while driving, I discovered that the lights were on but the switch was on off. The fog and bright lights would not function. The blinkers did not function. The windshield wipers, nor solvent would function. Took the car to the dealer and they had to reprogram the TIPM. No explanation as to why it had to be reprogrammed.
Driver's headlight operates intermittently while passenger headlight is unaffected. Car has been to 2 shops and had multiple techs and no one can locate the problem. By intermittently I mean that the light May or May not work each time you start the car.
Upon picking my 2011 Chrysler 200 limited convertible up from the dealer after it was there for a few days for a recall for the head restraint (n38) and had an engine cylinder head replaced I noticed that the driver's side heated seat light was off. So far the heated seat itself seems to be working OK. I called the dealership (danbury, ct) and let them know of the issue, they want to charge me even though to me and to any logical person this is a direct result of work they did to my Chrysler, and May or May not be related to some sort of other problem. For it to happen immediately following computer updates, engine cylinder head replacements and other work they did is not a coincidence. I am unemployed and in grad. School and cannot, nor should not, pay for additional work done to this lemon of a car. Please look into this issue regarding the heated seat light. …
This is not a one time occurrence. With the low beam headlights on it is like a curtain over the road and is constantly moving. One minute you can see 300' and the next instant you can't see 40' in front of you. This is on a two lane road where their are not lights going up and down hills and curves. Never in my 55 years of driving have I ever seen anything like this. I have had it into dealer and they adjusted the low beams up but, the problem still happens. I have also reported it to Chrysler and they just say they will get back with me. It is very dangerous and will cause a wreck. I don't like driving it at night at all.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the exterior headlight would shutter when the vehicle would travel downhill, making it difficult to see at night. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified, but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 66 and the current mileage was 9,179. Updated 01/05/12 the consumer stated the high beams and low beams used a shutter to cover part of the bulb when going down hill and levels off. The consumer was unable to see the road ahead. Updated 01/09/12
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200 convertible. The contact stated that the head lights were too dim which prevented her from seeing objects in front of her while driving at night. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who decided to adjust the lights. The contact mentioned that the remedy failed to repair the problem. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since they were unable to alter the vehicles design. The failure mileage was 800. ...updated 10/10/12 updated 10/16/2012
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the headlights did not provide sufficient lighting. The contact also stated that unless the high beams were activated, the field of vision was very narrow and only extended about twenty feet. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was advised to purchase brighter headlights. The contact was also informed by an auto parts store that there were no brighter headlights made for that vehicle. The failure mileage was 17,400 and the current mileage was 18,000.
The electrical system started to cut in and out while driving down the highway. As I started to slow down for a stop light the vehicle lost all power. The engine died and there was no lighting. This happened at night and the car could not even turn on the hazard lights. After 15 minutes the car regained power and staryed. The navigation system was not functioning....it was just a bright white screen. After idling for 10-15 more minutes. I shut the car off and restarted it. It has been normal for the paat week.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the headlights would not illuminate properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the technician stated that the head lights were working based on standards. The mechanic also advised that they were unable to alter the design of the headlights. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 6,000 and the current mileage was 35,000.
Headlight complaints in other 200 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are headlight problems on the 2011 Chrysler 200?
NHTSA has 27 complaints about the lights of the 2011 Chrysler 200, 7% of the model year's 371 complaints. The component named most often is headlights (3 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2011 Chrysler 200 headlight problems?
No. NHTSA lists no lights 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 headlight problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 6,000 miles, and 73% before 25,000 miles.
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.