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The following section is an excerpt from Wikipedia's Chrysler 200 page on 26 May 2016, text available via the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License.
The Chrysler 200 is a four-door mid-size car manufactured and marketed by Chrysler since 2010.
The 200 nameplate debuted on the 200C, a prototype hybrid vehicle shown at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit and based on the Chrysler 300. While Chrysler's sales chief, Steven Landry, said it had been approved for production, CEO Sergio Marchionne later said it was not practical. The 200C concept was engineered to accept either a traditional gasoline engine, hybrid or electric powertrain.
First generation (2011–2014)
The first generation Chrysler 200 was a restyled, rebadged and re-engineered version of the third generation Chrysler Sebring that began production in 2006. Although the JS platform had been retained, there were many cosmetic and powertrain changes to the 200. The 2.4 L four-cylinder 173 hp (129 kW) 166 lb·ft (225 N·m) engine with either a four-speed or six-speed automatic transmission carried over. Chrysler's new Pentastar 3.6 L V6 engine was also offered with a six-speed automatic transmission, generating 283 hp (211 kW) and 260 lb·ft (350 N·m) of torque. A flex-fuel version of the 3.6 L Pentastar engine was also available. Other changes included stiffer body mounts, revised suspension geometry with a softer ride rate, a new rear sway bar, and upgraded tires. The 200 was also more highly equipped than the Sebring. Chrysler added features such as LED lighting, thicker seat cushioning with higher quality materials, along with new measures to decrease noise, vibration, and harshness.
The Chrysler 200 was manufactured at Sterling Heights Assembly (Sterling Heights, Michigan) and arrived at dealers in December 2010. A 2-door convertible model was added in early 2011 with the same engine choices.
The 200 and its badge engineered variant the Dodge Avenger, were ranked the "Most American Made" sedans and convertibles by The Kogod Made in America Auto Index in 2013.
Second generation (2015–present)
The 2015 model year Chrysler 200 debuted on January 13, 2014 at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan. Based on the Fiat Compact platform, FCA (Fiat Chysler America) used the long wheelbase version dubbed CUSW (Compact US Wide) for the second generation Chrysler 200. It is offered in four trim levels, LX, Limited, S as well as C — and is positioned as a mid-size entry intended to compete with Toyota Camry, Nissan Altima, Honda Accord, Mazda6, Volkswagen Passat, Chevrolet Malibu, and Ford Fusion.
Becoming available in mid-2014 as an early 2015 Model Year vehicle, the all-new Chrysler 200 became available to Build and Price the same day it was unveiled at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, and became available in dealership showrooms shortly after.
The all-new 2015 Chrysler 200 also includes class-exclusive features that may be available as options on, though do not come as standard equipment on, its competitors, such as: push-button start with keyless access, exterior color-keyed components, and more.
The convertible model was discontinued with model year 2014.
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Subject: Chrysler 200 Sedan
Photographer: Bill Crittenden Location: Chicago, Illinois 
Date: 2012 View photo of Chrysler 200 - 3.2MB |
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Subject: 2015 Chrysler 200 Limited Edition
Photographer: Shadiac Location: Boulevard Dodge Jeep Chrysler 
License: Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported View photo of 2015 Chrysler 200 - 646KB |
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| 2011 | SAFETY RECALL L33: ENGINE BLOCK DEBRIS Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V487000 |  PDF - 24KB - 1 page |
| 7 June 2011 report date | NHTSA Recall 11V315000 2011 Chrysler 200, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, 2011 Dodge Avenger, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2011 Dodge Journey, 2011 Dodge Nitro, 2011 Jeep Compass, 2011 Jeep Liberty, 2011 Jeep Patriot, 2011 Jeep Wrangler National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 7 June 2011 publication date | Updated Defect Information Report for Chrysler Group LLC From: David D. Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 340KB - 4 pages |
| 14 June 2011 publication date | Steering Column From: Jennifer Timian, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration To: David Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 26KB - 3 pages |
| 28 June 2011 publication date | NHTSA Identification Number 11V-315 From: David D. Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 26KB - 1 page |
| 28 June 2011 publication date | Safety Recall L23: Steering Column Pivot Rivets From: David D. Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 234KB - 2 pages |
| July 2011 publication date | Safety Recall L23: Steering Column Pivot Rivets Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 3.7MB - 11 pages |
| 26 September 2011 report date | NHTSA Recall 11V487000 2012 Chrysler 200, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 2012 Dodge Charger, 2012 Dodge Durango, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2012 Dodge Journey, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | Recall Page - 1 page |
| 26 September 2011 publication date | From: David Dillon, Chrysler To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 107KB - 4 pages |
| 29 September 2011 publication date | Rod Bearing Failure From: Ric Willard, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration To: David Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 27KB - 3 pages |
| 7 October 2011 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 9/30/11 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 56KB - 3 pages |
| November 2011 publication date | Safety Recall L33 - Engine Block Debris Chrysler Group, LLC NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 4.5MB - 41 pages |
| 17 November 2011 publication date | NHTSA Identification Number 11 V-487 From: David Dillon, Chrysler To: Claude Harris, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 18KB - 1 page |
| 6 January 2012 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 12/31/11 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 85KB - 2 pages |
| 6 January 2012 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 12/31/11 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 85KB - 2 pages |
| 2 April 2012 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 3/31/12 From: David D. Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 38KB - 2 pages |
| 4 April 2012 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 3/31/12 From: David Dillon, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 38KB - 2 pages |
| 6 July 2012 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 6/30/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 105KB - 2 pages |
| 6 July 2012 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 6/30/12 From: David D. Dillon, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 104KB - 2 pages |
| 5 October 2012 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 9/30/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 39KB - 2 pages |
| 5 October 2012 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 9/30/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 39KB - 2 pages |
| 7 January 2013 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 12/31/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler Group, LLC To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V315000 | PDF - 1.1MB - 2 pages |
| 7 January 2013 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 12/31/12 From: David R. Bernier, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 1.1MB - 2 pages |
| 18 April 2013 publication date | RECALL QUARTERLY REPORT -- QUARTER ENDING 3/31/13 From: Kristin J. Kolodge, Chrysler To: Nancy Lummen Lewis, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA Recall 11V487000 | PDF - 44KB - 2 pages |
| 6 May 2015 publication date | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 226: Ejection Mitigation 2015 Chrysler 200S MGA Research Corporation for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 4.1MB - 89 pages |
| 2 October 2015 publication date | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 201: Occupant Protection In Interior Impact, Upper Interior Head Impact Protection 2015 Chrysler 200 S AWD, Passenger Car MGA Research Corporation for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 5.2MB - 154 pages |
| 16 November 2015 publication date | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 126: Electronic Stability Control Systems 2015 Chrysler 200 Transportation Research Center Inc. for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 10.5MB - 76 pages |
| 20 November 2015 publication date | Compliance Testing for FMVSS 135: Light Vehicle Brake Systems 2015 Chrysler 200 S AWD, Passenger Car Transportation Research Center Inc. for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 6.3MB - 66 pages |
| 8 December 2015 publication date | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS No. 216a: Roof Crush Resistance 2015 Chrysler 200S, Passenger Car General Testing Laboratories Inc. for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 3.6MB - 74 pages |
| 14 January 2016 publication date | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 114: Theft Protection 2015 Chrysler 200, Passenger Car General Testing Laboratories Inc. for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | PDF - 1.4MB - 39 pages |
| Date | Article | Author/Source |
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| 25 October 2014 | Marketing America's Import: The Chrysler 200  | Bill Crittenden |
| 25 May 2018 | Consumer Advisory: Owners of Certain Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Should Stop Using Cruise Control | NHTSA |
