Radiator for Chrysler 200 (2011-2014) 2.4L 3.6L

All-Aluminum 3-Row Performance Radiator for 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 (JS)

What it Does: The performance all-aluminum 3-row radiator replaces the failure-prone factory plastic-tank cooling unit on the 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 to increase thermal capacity and eliminate seam separation under pressure.

The Stock Chrysler 200 Cooling Weakness

Factory radiators on the Chrysler JS chassis rely on composite plastic end tanks mechanically crimped to a thin single-row core using rubber gasket seals. Over repeated thermal cycles, engine bay heat soak degrades the plastic resin, causing fatigue micro-fractures along the inlet and outlet ports. Under pressurized operation, these crimp tabs inevitably relax, resulting in sudden coolant loss, elevated running temperatures, and catastrophic overheating on both the 2.4L World Engine and 3.6L Pentastar powertrains.

The Engineering Solution

This direct-fit cooling upgrade replaces fragile resin with 100% TIG-welded heavy-duty aluminum end tanks fused to an efficient 3-row aluminum tube-and-fin core. Controlled-atmosphere furnace brazing ensures uniform bond strength across all cooling tubes, withstanding pressure spikes and severe vibrations. The expanded multi-row core increases surface contact area for crossflow cooling, dramatically accelerating heat rejection, mitigating thermal soak in stop-and-go driving, and eliminating brittle mechanical seam failures permanently.

What's Included

• 1 x All-aluminum 3-row performance radiator
• Protective port transport caps

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 Sedan (2.4L I4, 3.6L V6)
• 2011-2014 Chrysler 200 Convertible (2.4L I4, 3.6L 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 2.4L or 3.6L engine. Verify engine displacement, hose routing, transmission cooler connections, and core mounting provisions before installation.

Do I need to bleed the cooling circuit during installation?

Yes, the cooling system must be fully flushed, filled with the manufacturer-specified coolant mixture, and vacuum bled to prevent air pockets that cause localized cylinder head hot spots.

The Chrysler Caliber

Daily commuting and highway cruising demand uncompromised reliability; this all-aluminum unit provides the mechanical strength needed to protect your engine from costly thermal degradation over thousands of miles.