Takata recall still has no resolution from the manufacturer. Was notified in october and still nothing about them fixing it. How long do my family and I have to drive around with faulty seat belts and airbags?
2014 Chrysler 200 airbags problems
critical 61 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
61
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
9crashes
9injuries
1fatality
When does it fail?
Of the 61 airbags complaints filed for the 2014 Chrysler 200, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 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
Airbags accounts for 32% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 11 categories tracked.
Owners have filed 61 airbags 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.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: The 2014 Chrysler 200 has a major unresolved Takata airbag and seatbelt recall (16V668000) issued in 2016 with parts still unavailable years later; multiple owners report actual airbag/seatbelt failures in crashes with no deployment, plus separate issues with spontaneously deploying headrests and illuminated airbag warning lights that Chrysler refuses to diagnose or repair out of warranty. Before buying, verify the recall status and whether parts are finally available—and do not purchase one with a pending or incomplete recall.
The 2014 Chrysler 200 carries an active Takata recall (NHTSA 16V668000, campaign S61) issued in September 2016 affecting the occupant restraint controller. This module controls both airbag and seatbelt pretensioner deployment. A shorting condition caused by negative voltage transients traveling through the front impact sensor wires disables both systems, leaving occupants unprotected in a crash.
Multiple owners report airbags failed to deploy during actual accidents—rear-end collisions at highway speeds, high-speed side impacts, and frontal collisions at 30–45 mph—resulting in injuries including concussions, whiplash, broken bones, and bruises. One passenger was trapped in a malfunctioning seatbelt and had to be cut free by the fire department.
The recall remedy remains incomplete. Owners contacted dealers repeatedly from 2016 onward only to hear parts are unavailable. Chrysler initially promised availability by June 2017, then pushed dates to August or September 2017, then January through June 2018—none materialized. Dealerships confirm they are waiting on manufacturer supply.
Separately, head restraints deploy spontaneously while the vehicle is parked or stopped at traffic lights, splitting apart and unable to reset. This affects multiple model years across Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge due to plastic weakening under spring pressure. Repairs run $900+ out-of-pocket, though Chrysler has reimbursed some prior claims.
Airbag warning lights illuminate at 30,000 to 58,000 miles and stay on. Dealers refuse diagnosis or repair once warranty expires. Chrysler customer service tells owners "too bad" and offers no assistance.
Same Chrysler 200 airbags reports on nearby years: 2011 · 2012 · 2013 · 2015 · 2016
Failure modes owners describe
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) – Airbag/Seatbelt Non-Deployment
Takata recall (NHTSA 16V668000 / S61) affecting airbag and seatbelt pretensioner deployment capability. The occupant restraint controller experiences a shorting condition from a negative voltage transient via front impact sensor wires, disabling both systems in a crash. Multiple owners report actual deployment failures during accidents; others received recall notice but parts remain unavailable for repair.
When: Recall issued September 2016 onward; failures reported across various mileages from 29,000 to 105,000+
Symptoms owners cite: Airbags failed to deploy in actual crashes (high-speed impacts, rear-end collisions, frontal collisions at 30–45 mph); Seatbelt pretensioners failed to deploy during accidents; Seatbelt pretensioner loss of locking capability when brakes depressed; Recall parts continuously unavailable despite notification in September 2016
Codes mentioned: 16V668000, S61
Repairs/costs cited: Manufacturer states 'no fix available' as of owner reports; remedy parts delayed repeatedly (initially promised June 2017, then August–September 2017, then January–June 2018). Some owners noted manufacturer computer set to disable deployment. One owner reportedly charged $125 diagnostic fee. Dealerships waiting for manufacturer supply.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 16V668000 (S61). Takata recall. Manufacturer acknowledged issue but remedy parts unavailable at time of complaints. Reimbursement offered for prior out-of-pocket repairs. No buyback or loaner programs documented in these narratives; one owner noted Ford offered rental car during parts wait, Chrysler did not.
Head Restraint Unintended Deployment
Driver-side or passenger-side head restraint (headrest) deploys while vehicle is stationary or parked, unable to reset. Owners report the plastic retaining mechanism weakens under spring pressure, causing spontaneous deployment. One owner notes this issue affects 2010–2015 Chrysler 200, 300, Jeep, and Dodge models. Risk of injury if deployment occurs while driving.
When: Multiple incidents reported; one at 78,000 miles, another at 106,500 miles; one at 105,027 miles. Issue occurs while parked or during normal operation.
Symptoms owners cite: Head restraint deploys without warning while vehicle parked; Head restraint deploys while vehicle stopped at traffic light; Head restraint splits into two pieces when exiting vehicle; Unable to reset the restraint after deployment; Plastic weakens under spring pressure, recurring on same vehicle
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership quoted $255 to relocate from driver to passenger seat, $388 for new head restraint (3-month backorder), $255 for installation = $898 total out-of-pocket. Owner reports one replacement cost $652; Chrysler later reimbursed. Dealership stated reset procedure unsuccessful; questioned whether reset would prevent future deployment.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Chrysler reimbursed one owner $652 for prior replacement and extended warranty one year on that specific component. No formal recall found in these narratives; issue treated as warranty/repair item.
Airbag Warning Light Illumination – Non-Takata
Airbag warning light comes on, stays on, or cycles on and off at various mileages. Owners report dealerships refuse repair outside warranty or claim inability to diagnose root cause. When on, manufacturers confirm airbags will not deploy in a crash. Distinct from Takata recall issue; may involve clock spring failure or sensor malfunction.
When: Reported at 30,000 miles, 40,000 miles, 50,000 miles, 55,000 miles, 58,000 miles; one instance at 53,000 miles with warning light always on
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light illuminates and stays on; Airbag warning light cycles on and off randomly, becoming permanent; Dealership states airbags will not deploy while light is on; Light comes on after brake depression (in one case); No other warning indicators present
Repairs/costs cited: Out-of-warranty repairs refused; no repair cost documented. One narrative mentions possible clock spring failure after Takata repair was completed. Owners report Chrysler customer service stated 'too bad, we can't help you' and refused diagnosis.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Chrysler customer service reportedly declined to assist owners whose warranty expired. One dealer mentioned $125 diagnostic fee but owner questioned if fee would cover headrest reset inquiry. No recall or TSB referenced for non-Takata airbag light issues.
Seatbelt Entrapment
Seatbelt malfunction trapping passenger in seat, requiring fire department intervention to cut occupant free. Relates to S61 recall issue.
When: At 11,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Rear passenger trapped in seatbelt, unable to exit; Seatbelt malfunction during normal driving
Codes mentioned: 16V668000, S61
Repairs/costs cited: Fire department cut passenger free. No repair completed; owner reported parts unavailable. Vehicle later did not appear in VIN tool despite confirmed inclusion in Takata recall.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Campaign 16V668000 (S61). Manufacturer unable to provide assistance per owner report. Parts unavailable; VIN subsequently did not appear in recall system.
Synthesized from 61 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 8 most recent
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 Chrysler 200. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v668000 (air bags, seat belts). The part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool…
I contracted Chrysler on oct 31, 2016 reference number 30387005 and have never heard from Chrysler again. Do I have to be seriously injured before I get chryslers attention recakk s61 / NHTSA 16v 668
Late model Chrysler 200 veered off road and killed passenger. Road was dry. Weather was partly cloudy. Accident happened in mid afternoon driving south on i81. Problems with car started upon purchase. Dealership subsequently replaced engine. Some problems continued after engine replacement including intermittent issues with cruise control. *tr *cn
Passenger head rest deployed without a car accident. It was parked in driveway, while the car was off.
Chrysler 200 - loss of airbag and seatbelt pretensioner deployment capability. A shorting condition resulting in a negative voltage transient that travels to the occupant restraint controller via the front impact sensor wires. Increased risk of injury in a crash.
My 2014 Chrysler 200 is subject to the s61 recall because the air bag and seat belt may not deploy or operate properly in an accident. Fca says it has no fix for the issue, but is comfortable with placing my young daughter's life at risk every time she drives. Apparently it is cheaper for them to pay off in a death than really take care of the issue. They clearly can do something since they…
My airbags were recalled. I was never notified and was in an auto accident.
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2014 Chrysler 200?
It's a serious issue. 61 complaints have been filed, including 9 reports involving a crash and 1 fatality(ies). We've classified it as critical based on NHTSA's reported outcomes.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Across the 24 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most airbags failures cluster between 30,000 and 70,000 miles, with the median around 55,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 30,000; a quarter make it past 70,000. 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 $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags 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/2014/Chrysler/200.
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