Is delayed start with "engine warming" dash message a known issue with the 2015 Chrysler 200?

5 NHTSA complaints have been filed about delayed start with "engine warming" dash message on the 2015 Chrysler 200 (2021-10 → 2023-06). Reported component: ENGINE. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11529004): "The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the message stating that the “Engine Warming - Wait to Start" was displayed and the vehicle failed to shift out of gear" Source: NHTSA.

Is transmission shifts to neutral unexpectedly a known issue with the 2015 Chrysler 200?

27 NHTSA complaints have been filed about transmission shifts to neutral unexpectedly on the 2015 Chrysler 200 (2021-10 → 2026-06). Reported component: POWER TRAIN. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11726436): "The contact's son owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly shifted to neutral (N). The message "Please Place Vehicle in Gear" was displayed" Source: NHTSA.

Is airbag warning light and non-deployment a known issue with the 2015 Chrysler 200?

26 NHTSA complaints have been filed about airbag warning light and non-deployment on the 2015 Chrysler 200 (2021-11 → 2026-06). Reported component: AIR BAGS. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11521059): "Ever since I first got the car, the moment I drove off the lot, the air bag system message popped up. I would take it back to the dealer, they would wiggle a few things around, I'd get it back, and the safety bag light STILL came on" Source: NHTSA.

Is power steering failure a known issue with the 2015 Chrysler 200?

5 NHTSA complaints have been filed about power steering failure on the 2015 Chrysler 200 (2021-12 → 2024-09). Reported component: STEERING. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11442550): "Intermittent power steering failure. I replaced the battery, I replace the rack and pinion and it’s still doing the same thing. $2300 down the drain. You can be driving and loose the ability to steer the vehicle" Source: NHTSA.

2015 Chrysler 200 Recalls, Issues & Maintenance

Q: Is excessive oil consumption and oil cooler housing leaks a known issue with the 2015 Chrysler 200?

9 NHTSA complaints have been filed about excessive oil consumption and oil cooler housing leaks on the 2015 Chrysler 200 (2022-10 → 2025-02). Reported component: ENGINE. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11501371): "The seals on the bottom of the oil filter adapter housing failed, causing oil and coolant to leak out of the engine. The safety of myself and others is put at risk because if enough oil or coolant leaks out, engine overheating or failure will occur, possibly while the vehicle is…" Source: NHTSA.

Q: Is electrical faults causing dash warnings and battery drain a known issue with the 2015 Chrysler 200?

9 NHTSA complaints have been filed about electrical faults causing dash warnings and battery drain on the 2015 Chrysler 200 (2021-12 → 2025-09). Reported component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11683128): "Safety Recall P43/NHTSA 14V-480 involves the 2015 Chrysler 200 with Driver One-Touch Power Windows built. Driver windows panel does not operate correctly and driver and passenger windows are inoperative due drivers front door wiring harness. The odometer also flashes while…" Source: NHTSA.

Q: Is engine stalls or loses power while driving a known issue with the 2015 Chrysler 200?

30 NHTSA complaints have been filed about engine stalls or loses power while driving on the 2015 Chrysler 200 (2021-11 → 2026-02). Reported component: ENGINE. From an owner report (NHTSA ODI #11466028): "The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH and coming to a complete stop, the vehicle started stalling. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pressed the START button and was able to continue to drive" Source: NHTSA.

The 2015 Chrysler 200 carries 8 open NHTSA recalls — most recently covering wiring and automatic transmission. Owners report 7 recurring issue clusters, led by “Delayed start with "Engine Warming" dash message.” Chrysler's Oil Change Indicator tracks engine load and duty cycle, then messages when oil life is used up — capped at 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first. The 3.6L Pentastar V6 (300, Pacifica, Town & Country, Voyager) is long-interval by design: spark plugs at 100,000 miles and no timing belt. Minivans in family duty count as 'severe service' more often than owners think — frequent short trips shorten the oil indicator's countdown, and that's the system working correctly.

8 Open Recalls

Source: NHTSA

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Campaign #18V332000 · May 17, 2018

Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Campaign #16V529000 · Dec 7, 2016

Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade, RAM ProMaster, and 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral. On August 29, 2016 Chrysler added the 2016 Fiat 500X vehicles to this recall.

Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly shifts to neutral, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module and the Transmission Control Module and if necessary replace the transaxle range sensor wire harness, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S55.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Campaign #15V470000 · Jul 28, 2015

Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured January 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a Power Distribution Center (PDC) electrical connector that may cause intermittent power failures to certain electrical components.

Risk: An intermittent loss of power to electrical components could cause a vehicle to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the C4 connector using a 12 wire split kit for 3.6L engines, or replace the transmission wiring harness for 2.4L engines, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R24.

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Campaign #15V461000 · Jul 23, 2015

Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.

Risk: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40.

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Campaign #16V114000 · Feb 26, 2016

Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured April 7, 2014, to August 3, 2015. During service work, the affected vehicles may have had either the Occupant Classification Module (OCM) or the Seat Cushion Foam (SCF) of the front passenger seat replaced instead of the both pieces together, which make up a complete calibrated set.

Risk: If both pieces were not replaced together, the occupant detection and classification system may not be properly calibrated and the passenger air bag may improperly deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a new OCM-SCF seat service kit, free of charge. The recall began on May 27, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S09.

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Campaign #15V090000 · Feb 13, 2015

Issue: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured March 9, 2014, to December 15, 2014, and equipped with a 9-speed automatic transmission. The automatic transmission parking pawl may become contaminated or the park rod may become dislodged or broken. This may prevent the transmission from shifting into the Park position.

Risk: If the shift indicator displays "Park" but the park lock does not engage, the vehicle may roll away increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers inspect the transmission. Any transmission found with contamination or a park rod will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R08.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Campaign #14V480000 · May 8, 2014

Issue: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured May 19, 2014, to June 21, 2014. The affected vehicles may have been built with a driver side door wiring harness of an insufficient wire gauge, resulting in excessive heat which may melt the wiring insulation.

Risk: Excessive heat and melting wiring insulation may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door wiring harness, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P43.

SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

Campaign #14V392000 · Feb 7, 2014

Issue: 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.

Fix: 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 data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2015 Chrysler 200.

Reported to NHTSA

Delayed start with "Engine Warming" dash message

ENGINE

5 NHTSA complaints · 2021-10 → 2023-06

“The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the message stating that the “Engine Warming - Wait to Start" was displayed and the vehicle failed to shift out of gear”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11529004

“The car gives an error message of "engine warming wait to start" It will not crank. I've spent money for a new battery and a starter and it wasn't the fix”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11501440

“Car says “engine warming, please wait to start” then it take at least 5 mins to actually start the car. My cars also been overheating since my software update for my recall”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11437672

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Excessive oil consumption and oil cooler housing leaks

ENGINE

9 NHTSA complaints · 2022-10 → 2025-02

“The seals on the bottom of the oil filter adapter housing failed, causing oil and coolant to leak out of the engine. The safety of myself and others is put at risk because if enough oil or coolant leaks out, engine overheating or failure will occur, possibly while the vehicle is…”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11501371

“Vehicle check engine light is constantly providing code P1065 and P1061. Have taken to the repair shop and the issue is low oil. Have to add oil between oil changes because the vehicle is consuming a lot of oil”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11591027

“The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the oil cooler housing had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to Midas, where the oil cooler housing was replaced”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11640915

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Electrical faults causing dash warnings and battery drain

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

9 NHTSA complaints · 2021-12 → 2025-09

“Safety Recall P43/NHTSA 14V-480 involves the 2015 Chrysler 200 with Driver One-Touch Power Windows built. Driver windows panel does not operate correctly and driver and passenger windows are inoperative due drivers front door wiring harness. The odometer also flashes while…”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11683128

“The electrical system has been having issues since I bought the car in 2015. The dash display behind the steering wheel flashes, the radio system restarts itself multiple times throughout a 15-minute trip between stops”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11671488

“The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the A/C failed to function as intended. The contact stated that when the A/C failed, the temperature gauge on the vehicle was elevated”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11686084

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Transmission shifts to neutral unexpectedly

POWER TRAIN

27 NHTSA complaints · 2021-10 → 2026-06

“The contact's son owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly shifted to neutral (N). The message "Please Place Vehicle in Gear" was displayed”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11726436

“The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that after the vehicle was started and shifted to park(P), the vehicle unexpectedly shifted into neutral(N), and the air bag warning light illuminated”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11709227

“The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the vehicle was shifted into drive(D); however, the gear shifter independently shifted back to neutral(N) and remained stuck”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11557525

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Engine stalls or loses power while driving

ENGINE

30 NHTSA complaints · 2021-11 → 2026-02

“The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH and coming to a complete stop, the vehicle started stalling. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pressed the START button and was able to continue to drive”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11466028

“The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH and attempting to stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted after several attempts. The failure recurred multiple times”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11440453

“The contact's friend owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and when coming to a stop at a stop signal, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11490302

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Airbag warning light and non-deployment

AIR BAGS

26 NHTSA complaints · 2021-11 → 2026-06

“Ever since I first got the car, the moment I drove off the lot, the air bag system message popped up. I would take it back to the dealer, they would wiggle a few things around, I'd get it back, and the safety bag light STILL came on”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11521059

“Airbag light keeps appearing and the airbag is slowing coming out from under dashboard”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11560048

“My husband and I were going to the store. We got into the car started the car, than were hear a loud pop, like a soda can exploding, than every airbag deployed”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11574567

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Power steering failure

STEERING

5 NHTSA complaints · 2021-12 → 2024-09

“Intermittent power steering failure. I replaced the battery, I replace the rack and pinion and it’s still doing the same thing. $2300 down the drain. You can be driving and loose the ability to steer the vehicle”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11442550

“The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the contact felt an abnormal vibration in the steering wheel. The steering wheel became very firm while turning to the left or the right”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11509604

“The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate upon the depression of the accelerator with the check engine warning light illuminated”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11460492

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Note: NHTSA also opened 1 defect investigation(s) on this vehicle that closed without action.

Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 11, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 11, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Engine Oil & Filter (Oil Change Indicator)

Every 10,000 mi

Change oil when the indicator message appears — never beyond 10,000 miles or 12 months. Pentastar 3.6L uses 0W-20; PT Cruiser's 2.4L uses 5W-30. Short-trip city driving will trigger the indicator well before 10,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Tire Rotation

Every 8,000 mi

Rotate every 8,000 miles or at every oil change. Front-heavy minivans (Pacifica, Voyager) chew front tires quickly without rotation.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Inspection

Every 10,000 mi

Inspect pads, rotors, and parking brake at every oil change. Loaded minivans and the heavy 300 wear rear pads faster than expected — check both axles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Timing Belt (2.4L PT Cruiser)

Every 100,000 mi

PT Cruiser's 2.4L is a timing-belt engine: replace around 100,000 miles (check your manual's exact interval for the year). Do the water pump and tensioner in the same job — the labor overlaps almost entirely.

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 20,000 mi

Replace every 20,000 miles — behind the glovebox on Pacifica, Voyager, and 300. Family-hauler duty (pets, gravel school lots) argues for yearly.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Coolant Replacement (OAT)

Every 100,000 mi

Stellantis OAT coolant: first replacement at 10 years or 150,000 miles per the schedule; many shops suggest refreshing by 100,000 miles. Use OAT-compatible coolant only — mixing types gels the system.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

Battery Test & Service

Every 25,000 mi

Test annually once the battery passes 3 years old. Pacifica's stop-start system uses a pricier AGM or dual-battery setup — weak batteries throw confusing electrical faults first.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$225–$390

Shop

~$160–$280

DIY

~$130–$250

Most auto-parts stores test and install batteries free with purchase. Skip the dealer markup.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

190 crashes 2010–2024

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

complaints mentioning a crash

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle·Open recalls for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2015 Chrysler 200 reflects Chrysler's published service intervals and the Oil Change Indicator System system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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