This page covers 3 recalls, 340 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2016 Chrysler 200.
22–27 mpg combined
8.7–10.7 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2016 Chrysler 200 draws its highest complaint volume around the engine and electrical systems. Owners frequently describe sudden and complete power loss while driving, the engine, dashboard, and power steering all cutting out at once, leaving the vehicle to coast to a stop with no ability to restart. Engine-related complaints include white smoke from the exhaust, coolant and oil mixing, stalling in traffic, strong fuel odors inside and outside the cabin, and erratic jerking during acceleration. Airbag system warnings are the second most-reported theme, with owners describing a "service airbag" warning light illuminating, sometimes alongside a no-start condition. The powertrain complaint set overlaps considerably with the engine reports, covering stalling and loss of drive. A recurring pattern across multiple reports is the vehicle shutting off without warning in moving traffic, sometimes accompanied by a lit check engine light and fuel smell.
340
Total Complaints
22
Crash-Related
11
Fire-Related
17
With Injuries
By System
The 2016 Chrysler 200 has 3 recalls, the most serious involving chassis and suspension fasteners that may not have been properly tightened at the factory, which can loosen or fall out over time and reduce steering and handling control.
The chassis and suspension fastener concerns overlap in consequence: loose or missing fasteners can affect how the vehicle responds to steering inputs and braking, raising the risk of a crash. There is also a software recall affecting the cruise control system, where the vehicle may maintain speed or accelerate even after the driver attempts to turn cruise control off, leaving the driver without the expected throttle response.
At a glance
What can fail
A wiring short circuit can prevent cruise control from disengaging. When engaged, you may not be able to turn it off by braking or using manual controls, causing the vehicle to maintain speed or accelerate unexpectedly.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the engine or powertrain control module software at no cost to fix the cruise control disengagement issue.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Suspension fasteners may not have been properly tightened during assembly. If loose, they can loosen further or fall out over time, affecting how your vehicle handles.
What the fix does
Your dealer will inspect these fasteners and tighten or replace them to the correct specification.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Certain chassis fastener joints may not have been tightened to the proper specification during manufacturing, which could affect structural integrity.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fastener joints and tighten or replace them as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
