Steering System Inspection After a Collision This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding conditions under which replacement or repair of steering system components are required.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2013 Chrysler 200 steering problems
severe Owners of the 2013 Chrysler 200 have filed 38 NHTSA complaints about the steering, typically surfacing around 70,100 miles at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
38
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 200 | 24 |
| 2012 200 | 45 |
| 2013 200 (this page) | 38 |
| 2014 200 | 13 |
| 2015 200 | 86 |
| 2016 200 | 23 |
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When does it fail?
Of the 38 steering complaints filed for the 2013 Chrysler 200, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
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Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Owners have filed 38 steering complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Among the 6 model years of Chrysler 200 in our records for steering problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Clicking/Popping Noise While Turning Wheel This bulletin involves replacing the inner tie rods. Customer may describe a clicking/popping noise while turning the wheel which occurs after vehicle has been driven for a minimum of 30 minutes at above idle. Noise typically heard when driving below 25 mph or when turning steering wheel while stopped.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Steering Wheel Off Center 3.1 To 12 Degrees This bulletin involves centering the vehicles steering wheel. Steering wheel off center 3.1 to 12 degrees.
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The failure pattern owners describe
The 2013 Chrysler 200 shows a pattern of steering and vehicle control problems across the 38 complaints reviewed. Most significant: intermittent engine stalling at highway and city speeds without warning lights or check engine codes, which some owners report has happened ten or more times. When the engine dies, power steering and brakes stop working, creating immediate danger in traffic. Dealers and Chrysler cannot reproduce the issue or pinpoint a cause, though one owner referenced a technical bulletin (18-102-16A) with identical symptoms.
Steering pull to the right is consistent across early ownership (2,000 miles onward) and persists despite ten-plus dealership alignment visits, new struts, tie rods, and tires. Owners report the car requires two hands to drive and becomes unsafe in wind or rain. Dealers insist "torque pull is normal" or alignments check fine. Steering wheel vibration and shaking appear at 55+ mph in multiple reports.
Front-end clunking and popping from the steering column and left side is reported from near-new condition, with mechanics unable to locate the source despite owner concerns that components feel loose or about to fail. Rack and pinion and power steering failures occur across various mileages, sometimes very early (under 3,000 miles). One owner describes complete loss of power steering mid-turn on the highway, resulting in a crash. Owners consistently note Chrysler and dealers are unhelpful, with many stating repairs are denied or no diagnostic codes exist to warrant warranty coverage.
Same Chrysler 200 steering reports on nearby years: 2011 · 2012 · 2014 · 2015 · 2016
Failure modes owners describe
Power Steering Loss or Failure
Intermittent or complete loss of power steering, sometimes accompanied by loss of all vehicle power. Affects steering control during turns and acceleration. Some failures occur suddenly during highway driving; others involve gradual difficulty turning the wheel.
When: Various mileage reported: 15,000 miles; 20,000+ miles; ongoing from early ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden loss of power steering mid-turn; Difficulty turning steering wheel, especially during motion; Steering wheel locks in place, then releases after complete stop; Loss of all electrical power including steering and brakes; No warning lights before failure; Lightning bolt warning light appearing after event
Repairs/costs cited: Rack and pinion replacement performed at dealership (multiple reports); power steering pump replacement attempted but did not resolve issue in at least one case; some owners report repairs made but problem persists
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer unable to diagnose in multiple cases; manufacturer made aware in some complaints but advised no action or stated nothing could be done
Steering Pull and Vibration (Torque Pull)
Persistent pull to the right at takeoff, acceleration, and highway speeds. Steering wheel vibration and shaking at speeds above 55 mph. Repeated alignment and suspension repairs do not resolve the issue. Multiple owners report this began early in vehicle ownership (under 5,000 miles) and continued despite numerous dealer visits.
When: Begins at 2,000–18,000 miles; affects vehicles with 10,500–200,200+ miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle pulls to right during acceleration and at highway speeds; Steering wheel shakes and vibrates above 55 mph; Dangerous handling on less-than-perfect road surfaces; Requires constant two-handed steering correction; Worsens in windy conditions; Tire wear on inside edges from continued pull
Repairs/costs cited: Alignment performed multiple times (up to 10+ visits reported) without resolution; new struts, tie rods, and tires installed; camber adjustment attempted; dealers claim alignment is fine or 'torque pull is normal'; road-force balance performed without success
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer states 'torque pull is normal' in at least one case; manufacturer told one owner they have no complaints on file; no recalls issued for this issue
Engine Stalling Without Warning
Sudden engine shutdown while driving with no warning lights, check engine light, or diagnostic trouble codes present. Occurs randomly at various speeds and driving conditions—highway, city streets, during turns, while decelerating. Some stalls result in loss of power steering and brakes, creating serious safety hazards. Vehicle may restart immediately or take minutes to hours.
When: Reported at 55–70 mph on highways; 30–50 mph in city driving; some owners report ongoing issue for 1+ years with incidents occurring weekly to multiple times per week
Symptoms owners cite: Engine shuts off without warning while driving; No check engine light or warning indicators appear before stall; Loss of power steering and brakes during stall; Stall most common when decelerating, taking turns, taking exit ramps, or resuming acceleration; Restart unpredictable—sometimes immediate, sometimes after 10+ minutes; Brakes and steering lock up prior to stall in some cases
Codes mentioned: No DTC or check engine light present in most cases, Intermittent EVAP and misfire codes reported in one case (come and go)
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership unable to diagnose; technician could replicate issue but could not determine cause; no repair made in most cases; software/PCM update performed in at least one case without success; battery, alternator, and starter tested good
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer stated nothing could be done and owner would 'just have to drive the car'; one owner referenced Tech Bulletin 18-102-16A with identical symptoms but was told parts unavailable for recall repair; dealer demanded $300 diagnostic fee; no recalls issued
Steering Column and Front-End Noise
Knocking, clunking, popping, or clicking sounds from the steering column and left front driver's side. Noise present from early ownership and persists despite dealership attempts to diagnose. Multiple owners report possible causes include steering column, outer tie rod ends, sway bar end links, ball joints, and control arm bushings, though dealers often cannot identify the source.
When: Some present from near new (early ownership); reported at 6,500 miles and beyond
Symptoms owners cite: Knocking or clunking noise from left front during turns and speed bumps; Popping noise in steering column when making turns; Noise noticeable at low speeds (5 mph turning); Sound makes vehicle feel like front end is coming apart; Steering wheel feels loose, like it could come apart; Noise present from nearly the beginning of ownership
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer inspection unable to identify source in multiple cases; tie rods found worn with excessive play at 39,500 miles on vehicle purchased new in July 2013; owners cite YouTube and forums as showing same problem across multiple 2013 Chrysler 200s with potential causes being steering column, tie rod ends, sway bar links, ball joints, and control arm bushings; no repairs confirmed in narratives
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealers state 'nothing can be detected' despite owner reports of ongoing noise; no recalls issued
Rack and Pinion Failure
Steering rack and pinion component fails, resulting in loss of power steering in one or both directions. One owner reported loss of ability to turn right while able to turn left normally. Another reported immediate failure at very low mileage (under 3,000 miles).
When: Reported at under 3,000 miles; 39,500+ miles
Symptoms owners cite: Loss of power steering in one direction only (e.g., difficult or impossible to turn right); Occurs during parking or low-speed maneuvers; Extremely difficult steering in affected direction
Repairs/costs cited: Rack and pinion replacement required; one replacement ordered and performed at dealership; parts had to be ordered for repair
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer identified issue and recommended replacement; one early-mileage failure (under 3,000 miles) should have been warranty-covered but owner did not confirm repair details
Intermediate Drive Shaft Fracture
Intermediate steering drive shaft breaks, resulting in complete loss of steering control and vehicle control during motion. Occurs at city and highway speeds and is noticeable especially during turning and acceleration.
When: Unspecified mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Loss of steering control while vehicle is in motion; Loss of vehicle control; More noticeable during turns and speed increases
Steering Wheel Shaking at Highway Speeds
Violent or significant shaking of steering wheel at highway speeds (60+ mph). Some owners report this is unrelated to tire balance or alignment issues, continuing even after tire replacement and alignment.
When: Reported at 52,600 miles; 200,200+ miles; various other mileages
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel shakes violently at 60 mph; Shaking felt as low as 25 mph, sporadic at higher speeds; Shaking only felt at times, not constant
Repairs/costs cited: Tires replaced without resolution; alignment checked and reported fine; tire center unable to identify cause despite feeling the vibration; no repair identified in narratives
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Engineer at Chrysler stated issue was tires; Chrysler dealership unable to determine cause; no recalls issued
Brake System Issues
Brake warning light illuminates intermittently during driving (around curves, downhill, hard stops) with no check engine light or diagnostic codes. Brake pads wear faster than normal. One case reports brakes not always stopping vehicle when pressed.
When: Ongoing issue, reported at various mileages
Symptoms owners cite: Brake warning light comes on during turns, downhill driving, or hard stops; Light stays on for 30 seconds then turns off; No check engine light or diagnostic codes present; Brake pads wear at accelerated rate; Brakes do not always stop vehicle when pressed (one case)
Repairs/costs cited: Brake system flushed without resolving warning light issue; brake pads replaced; brakes squealing reported in multiple complaints
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No manufacturer response documented in narratives
Synthesized from 38 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
In july 2019, my 2013 Chrysler 200, that I purchased brand new in 2014 just stopped. Wouldn't go forward or backward. I was stuck in the middle of the road on a steep hill. I went from 45 MPH to nothing without any warning. No warning lights ever came on and the car wasn't acting any different than it had the million times I had taken it to the dealership for it being jerky when taking off.…
After a few months of having DTC come up for EVAP and misfire then disappear just a quick as it came up, my vehicle has recently began stalling out while driving, specifically while decelerating or idling. The battery was replaced 2 years ago and tests good every time, as does the alternator, starter, wires, connectors and sensors. Nobody can find any DTC on the obdii or anything else. It's easy…
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2013 Chrysler 200?
It's a meaningful issue. 38 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Across the 27 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 18,000 and 90,000 miles, with the median around 70,100. A quarter of owners report trouble before 18,000; a quarter make it past 90,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Chrysler/200.
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