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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Chrysler 200 lighting problems
moderate Owners of the 2014 Chrysler 200 have filed 5 NHTSA complaints about the lighting at roughly $250 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See lighting across all vehicles →
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$250
| Model year | lighting complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 200 | 19 |
| 2012 200 | 28 |
| 2013 200 | 23 |
| 2014 200 (this page) | 5 |
| 2015 200 | 11 |
When does it fail?
Of the 5 lighting complaints filed for the 2014 Chrysler 200, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
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75-100k
100-125k
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150k+
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
Of the 5 model years of Chrysler 200 we track for lighting problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (5).
No new NHTSA lighting complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 9 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering lighting 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.
05182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182535AD . See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 12 September, 2016.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
I purchased a 2014 Chrysler 200 convertible in late august this year, the headlights are so dim in low beam that the vehicle is dangerous to drive. This vehicle is still under factory warranty with only 24k miles. Also when turning, you cannot see road. Have read on internet many complaints of owners. Chrysler has no solution. Driving in low beam is like driving with just parking lights on.…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the headlights failed to fully illuminate the roadway and her vision was limited. The vehicle was taken to central main motors (420 kennedy memorial dr, waterville, me 04901, 207-872-9211) to be diagnosed, but the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…
Had lighting trouble with your 2014 Chrysler 200?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2014 Chrysler 200?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $250 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?
Based on the 5 complaints filed, lighting issues most often appear around 84,121 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting 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 lighting?
No active recalls currently cover lighting 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.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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