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U0401 on CHRYSLER 200

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2011

What U0401 Means on Your CHRYSLER 200

Real CHRYSLER 200 Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"2011 Chrysler 200, 156k miles, Original owner. At Highway Speeds engine will shut off! Extremely dangerous as you lose power steering and brakes on a busy interstate. No warning lights. No check engine. Issue just started happening and has happened multiple times in last 3 weeks."

— 2011 CHRYSLER 200 owner • POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE • Filed 08/21/2025

"Driving on the road in motion, the engine shut down with no warning. had it towed to shop where it started upon arrival (approx. 1 hour). no check engine light came. ran engine scan and no codes came up. diagnostic provided no information. condition could not be repeated. nothing was resolved."

— 2011 CHRYSLER 200 owner • ENGINE • Filed 10/11/2020

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of U0401 on CHRYSLER 200

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2011
2

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

U0401 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026