Performance Water Pump Kit for Chrysler 200 (2011-2014) 3.6L

Heavy-Duty Water Pump Kit for 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 (JS)

What it Does: The Performance Water Pump Kit replaces the failure-prone factory coolant pump on the 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 to restore proper coolant flow and protect against catastrophic engine overheating.

The Stock Chrysler 200 Cooling Weakness

On the 3.6L Pentastar V6, the factory water pump is a documented failure point. Protracted heat cycling and excessive vibration degrade the factory internal mechanical seal and shaft bearing over time. This breakdown causes weep-hole coolant weeping, shaft wobble, and sudden impeller degradation. If neglected, bearing play causes belt misalignment or complete pump seizure, leading to thermal runaway, blown head gaskets, or warped aluminum cylinder heads on the JS platform.

The Engineering Solution

This replacement pump assembly features a rigid, precision-cast aluminum housing engineered to resist thermal distortion under severe operating temperatures. An upgraded mechanical face seal isolates coolant from the heavy-duty, dual-row sealed bearing assembly to prevent premature bearing dry-out and failure. The cavitation-resistant impeller is dynamically balanced to maintain uniform fluid velocity and thermal transfer across all engine revs. An exact-fit replacement gasket is included for a reliable timing cover seal without silicone sealant mess.

What's Included

• 1 Engine Water Pump
• 1 Mounting Gasket

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 Sedan (3.6L Pentastar V6)
• 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 Convertible (3.6L Pentastar V6)

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the JS 200?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 equipped with the 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine. This unit does NOT fit models equipped with the 2.4L inline-4 engine.

What torque specification should be used for installation?

Torque all water pump mounting fasteners to factory factory specifications (106 in-lbs / 12 Nm) in an alternating sequence and ensure the cooling circuit is vacuum-bled after refilling.

The Chrysler Caliber

Engineered to deliver rock-solid thermal control for daily commuting and highway driving, providing the long-term durability and peace of mind your American V6 powertrain demands.