2013 Chrysler 200 vs 2013 Kia Optima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Chrysler 200 | 2013 Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 627 | 1,375 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 215 | 235 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 48 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 112 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 26–37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 87,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 200 | Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 145 | 610 |
| Steering | 38 | 212 |
| Electrical System | 102 | 145 |
| Air Bags | 171 | 60 |
| Structure | 15 | 127 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 47 | 91 |
| Power Train | 62 | 64 |
| Seat Belts | 86 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 99 | 168 |
| Check engine light | 33 | 108 |
| Airbag warning light | 15 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 14 | 53 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 87 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 54 |
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 24 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
2013 Chrysler 200
2013 Kia Optima
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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.