2012 Chrysler 200 vs 2012 Hyundai Elantra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Chrysler 200 | 2012 Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 638 | 652 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 171 | 119 |
| Investigations | 1 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 47 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 64,235 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 200 | Hyundai Elantra |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 146 | 139 |
| Electrical System | 140 | 126 |
| Air Bags | 136 | 124 |
| Steering | 45 | 88 |
| Service Brakes | 40 | 59 |
| Power Train | 54 | 40 |
| Seat Belts | 71 | 6 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 26 | 44 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 93 | 34 |
| Airbag warning light | 30 | 77 |
| Check engine light | 28 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 19 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 29 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 14 |
| Steering problems | 12 | 0 |
| Overheating | 11 | 0 |
2012 Chrysler 200
2012 Hyundai Elantra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.