Chrysler is a USA carmaker founded in 1925, now part of Stellantis. The cars themselves are another matter: across 28 VIN prefixes on record they came off lines in 3 countries — Canada 62%, the United States 29.2%, Mexico 8.7%. 36 models are tracked here (1981–2026). Reliable? yes, on balance — 4.2 out of 5 across 36 rated models, though the spread between model years is far wider than the badge suggests (every model ranked →).
Who makes Chrysler
Chrysler is an American automotive brand owned by Stellantis, headquartered alongside its parent in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Founded by Walter Chrysler on June 6, 1925, from the assets of the failing Maxwell Motor Company, Chrysler became the third pillar of the Detroit Big Three alongside Ford and General Motors and acquired Dodge, Plymouth, DeSoto and AMC over its history. Chrysler introduced industry firsts including the four-wheel hydraulic brakes (1924 Maxwell-derived prototype), high-compression L-head engines (1924 Six), the first hardtop convertible (1949 Town & Country), and the K-car platform (1981) that saved the company from bankruptcy under Lee Iacocca's leadership. The 1983 Dodge Caravan and Plymouth Voyager invented the modern minivan segment, and Chrysler-branded minivans (Town & Country, Pacifica) have led that segment ever since. The modern Chrysler lineup is limited to the Pacifica minivan, the Pacifica Hybrid PHEV and the Voyager fleet variant; the 300 sedan was discontinued after 2023. Chrysler's parent Stellantis trades on the NYSE under STLA. Recall data for every Chrysler VIN is reported to NHTSA. ForCar.org decodes any Chrysler VIN to surface trim, factory options, open recalls and original window-sticker MSRP.
Walter Chrysler joined Maxwell Motor as president in 1921 and reorganized the bankrupt company as Chrysler Corporation in 1925. The Chrysler Six, introduced at the 1924 New York Auto Show, established the brand with high-compression performance and four-wheel hydraulic brakes. Acquisitions of Dodge Brothers (1928) and the launch of Plymouth (1928) and DeSoto (1928) established the multi-brand structure. Chrysler's 1980 federal loan guarantee and 1981 K-car launch under Lee Iacocca saved the company from collapse.
| Chrysler | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1925 |
| Founded by | Walter Chrysler |
| Headquarters | Auburn Hills, USA |
| Owned by | Stellantis |
| Listed as | STLA |
| Slogan | «Imported from Detroit» |
| Models tracked here | 25 (1981–2026) |
| Assembled in | 3 countries |
Technology it is known for: Stow-n-Go second-row seating (Pacifica), Uconnect 5 infotainment, Pentastar V6 engine, Pacifica Hybrid PHEV, Family-Cam interior camera.
This page covers the Chrysler brand within Stellantis — not the Chrysler Building (1930 Manhattan landmark) or Walter Chrysler personally.
Where Chrysler cars are actually built
A badge says where a company is registered, not where its cars were bolted together. The first three characters of any VIN — the world manufacturer identifier — say the second thing, and that is what we counted: 29,545 vehicles on record, 28 distinct manufacturer codes.
| Assembled in | Share | VIN starts with | Years seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 2C3, 2C4, 2C8, 2A4 | 1983–2026 | |
| the United States | 1C3, 4C3, 1A8, 1C4 | 1981–2017 | |
| Mexico | 3C8, 3C3, 3C4, 3A4 | 1987–2015 |
Read your own: the first character is the region, the first three together identify the plant's manufacturer. A Chrysler beginning 2C3 was assembled in Canada.
All Chrysler models 36
Every Chrysler model we track, grouped by body type. Click any model for its VIN decoder, recalls, MPG, safety and ForCar Reliability Score — broken down by year.
Chrysler SUVs & crossovers 2
| Model | Years | Recalls | Complaints | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1995–2010 | 34 | 2,618 | 23 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Chrysler Aspen | 2007–2009 | 9 | 443 | 21 mpg | 4.0/5 |
Chrysler Cars & sedans 17
| Model | Years | Recalls | Complaints | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler 300 | 1999–2026 | 75 | 3,299 | 23 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler 200 | 2011–2017 | 26 | 4,160 | 27 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler 300C | 2005–2011 | 8 | 25 | 21 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Chrysler Sebring | 1995–2010 | 106 | 3,502 | 24 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Chrysler New Yorker | 1981–1997 | 37 | 892 | 22 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Chrysler Imperial | 1981–1993 | 6 | 241 | 20 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Chrysler LeBaron | 1981–1995 | 45 | 820 | 26 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Chrysler NEWPORT | 1981–1988 | 2 | — | 18 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Conquest | 1987–1989 | 2 | 4 | 18 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Concorde | 1993–2004 | 41 | 2,519 | 22 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Chrysler FIFTH AVENUE | 1984–1989 | 5 | 21 | 20 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Chrysler Daytona | 1984–1993 | — | — | 26 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler LASER | 1981–1986 | 9 | 11 | 26 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Chrysler LHS | 1994–2001 | 21 | 578 | 19 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Chrysler Cirrus | 1995–2006 | 53 | 1,017 | 22 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Chrysler E-CLASS | 1981–1984 | 5 | 2 | 22 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler EXECUTIVE | 1981–1984 | — | — | 19 mpg | 4.5/5 |
Chrysler Minivans & vans 3
| Model | Years | Recalls | Complaints | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler Pacifica | 2004–2026 | 95 | 6,967 | 32 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Town and Country | 1990–2016 | 126 | 3,125 | 22 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Chrysler Voyager | 1995–2026 | 50 | 266 | 22 mpg | 4.5/5 |
Chrysler More models 14
| Model | Years | Recalls | Complaints | Best MPG | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler Crossfire | 2004–2008 | 9 | 708 | 21 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Chrysler Caravan | 2003–2003 | — | — | — | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Neon | 1995–2002 | — | — | — | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Intrepid | 1993–2003 | — | — | — | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Cordoba | 1981–1983 | 3 | 1 | — | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Prowler | 2001–2002 | 2 | 14 | 18 mpg | 3.5/5 |
| Chrysler Shadow | 1987–1994 | — | — | — | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Vision | 1984–1997 | — | — | — | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Stratus | 1984–1997 | — | — | — | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Grand Caravan | 2021–2026 | — | — | — | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Dynasty | 1981–1993 | — | — | — | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler TC | 1989–1991 | — | — | 19 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2000–2000 | 1 | 10 | — | 4.5/5 |
| Chrysler Viper | 1984–1997 | — | — | — | 4.5/5 |
Chrysler by the numbers
What the federal records say about the marque. Each line links to the full breakdown by model and year.
| Topic | Chrysler | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Recalls | 770 campaigns | Most recalled: Equipment |
| Owner complaints | 28,919+ filed | Most reported: Pacifica |
| Fuel economy | 32 mpg best | Leader: Pacifica |
| Crash safety | ★★★★★ top rated | 5 models tested by NHTSA |
| Insurance | $1,547/yr typical | Cheapest: Crossfire |
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Chrysler hybrids & electric models
Chrysler's electrified lineup — 1 hybrid. Click any model for its full powertrain, MPG and range by year.
Chrysler hybrids 1
| Model | Years | Best figure | Recalls | ForCar score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler Aspen | 2007–2009 | 21 | 9 | 4.0/5 |
Electrified variants from EPA fueleconomy.gov powertrain data. A model may offer gas, hybrid and electric versions across years.
Get a Chrysler window sticker by VIN
Recreate any Chrysler's original Monroney label — MSRP, factory options, EPA MPG and safety — free from the VIN.
Chrysler window stickers →How to read a Chrysler VIN
Every Chrysler built since 1981 carries a unique 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). It encodes where and when the vehicle was made, its engine and body — here's what each part means:
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Chrysler and the country it was built in (real Chrysler codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled it.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- Mexico3A3 · 3A4 · 3A7 · 3A8 · 3B4 · 3B5
- Canada2B1 · 2BA · 2V8 · 2XM
- GermanyWCD · WD6 · WDR · WDY
- USA1VH · WD2 · WD5
The remaining digits — engine (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard. Our VIN decoder breaks all seventeen positions down — year codes, country of assembly and the plant that built the car.
Who owns Chrysler, and what you get
Chrysler belongs to Stellantis. Chrysler within Stellantis serves the US minivan and family-vehicle segment with the Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid as the only Chrysler products available for retail sale. The brand's storied history of innovation has been reduced to a single nameplate as Stellantis consolidates US production under Jeep, Ram and Dodge. Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has indicated Chrysler will receive new EV products in 2025-2026, but as of 2024 the brand's portfolio is the smallest of any major US nameplate.
| Chrysler | |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | USA |
| Ownership | Stellantis |
| Stock ticker | STLA |
| Basic warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
| Assembly countries | Canada, United States, Mexico |
⚠ Worth knowing before you rely on it: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, while basic cover here runs 3 years / 36,000 miles. See when Chrysler models actually start to break →
Chrysler — frequently asked
Is Chrysler usa?
Chrysler is a USA company, headquartered in Auburn Hills and founded in 1925. The cars are a separate question: 62% of the Chrysler vehicles in our records were assembled in Canada.
Where are Chrysler cars made?
Across 28 manufacturer codes on record, assembly splits as: Canada (62%), the United States (29.2%), Mexico (8.7%). The first three characters of a VIN identify the manufacturer and plant country — that is where these shares come from.
Who owns Chrysler?
Chrysler is part of Stellantis.
How many Chrysler models are there?
We track 36 Chrysler models spanning 1981–2026. The full list is above, ordered by how often each is searched.
What is the Chrysler warranty?
New vehicles come with 3 years / 36,000 miles basic cover and 5 years / 60,000 miles on the powertrain. Terms vary by model year and market — confirm with a dealer.
Is Chrysler reliable?
It depends far more on the model and year than on the badge. Every Chrysler model is ranked by complaint rate here, along with the age at which each starts to fail.
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