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2016 Chrysler 200 Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 3.1× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
342Complaints
2Recalls
22Crashes
11Fires
20Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (38.3% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Engine complaints here are 3.1× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine131 · 38.3%not available
Electrical System108 · 31.6%RecalledRecall 18V332000
Air Bags88 · 25.7%not available
Power Train62 · 18.1%not available
Service Brakes33 · 9.6%not available
Steering22 · 6.4%RecalledRecall 16V589000

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE131 · 38.3%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM108 · 31.6%
AIR BAGS88 · 25.7%
POWER TRAIN62 · 18.1%
Unspecified / other55 · 16.1%
SERVICE BRAKES33 · 9.6%
STEERING22 · 6.4%
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)18 · 5.3%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL14 · 4.1%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM13 · 3.8%

Percentages are the share of the 342 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 2 campaigns

Electrical System:wiring

NHTSA campaign 18V332000 · 2018 · reported 05/17/2018

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Steering

NHTSA campaign 16V589000 · 2016 · reported 08/10/2016

If the chassis fastener joints are improperly torqued they may loosen and fail or fall out, reducing steering and handling capability and increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“THE CAR WILL SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. ESPECIALLY WHEN MAKING A RIGHT OR LEFT TURN, THE CAR WILL SHUT OFF IN TRAFFIC. THIS DEFINITELY CAN…”NHTSA complaint 11141243 — filed 10/18/2018 · ENGINE
“I WAS MAKING A TURN THE OTHER DAY AND MY ENGINE STOPPED. THE CENTER MONITOR ON MY DASHBOARD TOLD ME TO PUT THE CAR IN…”NHTSA complaint 11139917 — filed 10/12/2018 · ENGINE
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHRYSLER 200. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN AND SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE…”NHTSA complaint 11130328 — filed 09/20/2018 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chrysler 200?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 131 of 342 NHTSA complaints (38.3%), followed by electrical system (108), air bags (88), power train (62). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2016 Chrysler 200 have?

342 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 22 involved a crash, 11 involved a fire, and 20 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2016 Chrysler 200 have any recalls?

Yes — 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V332000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2016 Chrysler 200's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.