Chrysler 200 vs Honda Accord
For 2011–2018 models, the Honda Accord has 25.8 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 58.2 for the Chrysler 200. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2011–2018), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Chrysler 200
58.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.3× the Honda Accord’s rate
- Complaints
- 4,202
- Sold
- 721,597
- Recall campaigns
- 16
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2015. Fewest: 2014 and 2017–2018. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 57,436 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 58,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 56,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 30,019 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 38,000 mi
Honda Accord
25.8 complaints per 10,000 sold
56% fewer than the Chrysler 200
- Complaints
- 6,891
- Sold
- 2,675,039
- Recall campaigns
- 23
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 4
Most complaints: 2013 and 2018. Fewest: 2011–2012. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 95,870 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 67,500 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 95,000 mi
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Driver-assist cameras, radar and calibration
Typically around 15,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 31,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chrysler 200 or the Honda Accord?
For 2011–2018 models, the Honda Accord has 25.8 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Chrysler 200 has 58.2, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Chrysler 200?
The most-reported problem on the Chrysler 200 is body control and other modules, typically around 57,436 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Honda Accord?
The most-reported problem on the Honda Accord is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 95,870 miles.
Which Chrysler 200 and Honda Accord years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chrysler 200: 2015; Honda Accord: 2013 and 2018.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.