Reliable Auto DB

2016 Chrysler 200 reliability

Is it reliable?

The 2016 Chrysler 200 has 344 complaints with NHTSA after 11 years, or 41 per year. That is about even with the other 200 years here. Their median is 43 complaints per year. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Wiring and Steering.

2012 Chrysler 200
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Complaints

344

Per year

41

Recalls

2

Years on the road

11

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Engine (132 of 344), then Electrical system (112) and Air bags (88). Those filings include 22 that report a crash, 11 that report a fire, and 17 that report an injury.

Next to 2015 and 2017

The 2015 200 has 1,987 complaints, 289 per year, and the 2017 has 43 complaints, 7 per year. The 2016 has fewer complaints per year than the 2015. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2017.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2016 Chrysler 200. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (2)

Recall electrical system, wiring 2018-05-17 · NHTSA campaign 18V332000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Recall Steering 2016-08-10 · NHTSA campaign 16V589000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chrysler 200 vehicles manufactured May 24, 2016, to May 25, 2016. Multiple chassis fastener joints may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification.
Remedy Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the joints and tighten or replace the fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S59.

Complaints by component (344 total)

Engine
132
Electrical system
112
Air bags
88
Powertrain
63
Service brakes
33
Steering
23
Electronic stability control (ESC)
18
Speed control
16
Fuel and propulsion system
14
Suspension
8
Wheels
7
Structure
6
Seats
3
Exterior lighting
2
Forward collision avoidance
2
Hydraulic brakes
2
Seat belts
2
Visibility and wipers
2
Back-over prevention
1
Equipment
1
Parking brake
1
Traction control
1
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Crash-flagged

22

Fire-flagged

11

Injury reports

17

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

120152220163620176420189920193720203320211020221420239202414202552026
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for a recall repair, and the contact was informed that the brake line had suddenly ruptured while reversing out of…"
    Hydraulic brakes · filed 2026-08-20
  • "The shift to park light cuts in and the car starts to slow down The coolant constantly runs out"
    Electrical system, Engine, Fuel and propulsion system · filed 2026-08-19
  • "The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that whenever the front passenger's seat was occupied, the "Service Airbag" warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred when the…"
    Air bags · filed 2026-07-08
  • "I purchased this vehicle believing it was safe to drive. After the sale, I discovered that the driver's seatbelt was completely broken and not properly secured. This serious safety defect was never disclosed to me…"
    Seat belts · filed 2026-07-05
  • "I am reporting multiple safety-related issues involving my 2016 Chrysler 200 S. On 02/06/2024, after an oil change at a dealership, the underbody skid plate bolts were not reinstalled. While driving, the skid plate fell…"
    Electrical system, Structure, Engine · filed 2026-03-30

Fuel economy

Trim Engine Transmission Drive City Hwy Combined Annual fuel cost
200 2.4L, 4-cyl Automatic 9-speed Front-wheel drive 23 36 27 MPG $2400
200 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 9-speed Front-wheel drive 19 31 23 MPG $2800
200 2.4L, 4-cyl Automatic 9-speed Front-wheel drive 23 36 27 MPG $2400
200 all-wheel drive 3.6L, 6-cyl Automatic 9-speed All-wheel drive 18 28 22 MPG $2950

Specs and fitment

UF generation, 2015–2017
Body styles Sedan
Oil 0W-20 (2.4L four-cylinder; V6 may differ) , 5.8 qt capacity
Tire size 225/55R17 (common)

Known issues for this generation

Recall 16V-529 covers certain 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles with 9-speed automatic transmissions among other FCA models: transmission sensor-cluster wire harness crimps may be insufficient, so the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral; dealers reprogram the powertrain and transmission control modules and replace the range-sensor harness if needed. Recall 15V-470 covers certain 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles whose Power Distribution Center C4 connector may cause intermittent power loss that can stall the vehicle; dealers replace the connector kit or transmission wiring harness by engine. Recall 18V-332 covers certain 2015-2017 Chrysler 200 vehicles among other FCA products: cruise-control wiring may allow unintended continued speed or acceleration; dealers inspect and flash engine or powertrain control module software.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2016 Chrysler 200 reliable?

The 2016 Chrysler 200 has 344 complaints with NHTSA after 11 years, or 41 per year. That is about even with the other 200 years here. Their median is 43 complaints per year. NHTSA has 2 recalls on file, including Wiring and Steering.

What are common problems with a 2016 Chrysler 200?

The complaints owners file most often name Engine (132 of 344), then Electrical system (112) and Air bags (88). Those filings include 22 that report a crash, 11 that report a fire, and 17 that report an injury.

Is the 2016 Chrysler 200 more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2015 200 has 1,987 complaints, 289 per year, and the 2017 has 43 complaints, 7 per year. The 2016 has fewer complaints per year than the 2015. The 2016 has more complaints per year than the 2017.

Has the 2016 Chrysler 200 been recalled?

The 2016 Chrysler 200 has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2016 Chrysler 200?

Owners have filed 344 complaints about the 2016 Chrysler 200 with NHTSA.

What mpg does a 2016 Chrysler 200 get?

EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2016 Chrysler 200 is 24.8 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.

What engine oil does a Chrysler 200 use?

0W-20 (2.4L four-cylinder; V6 may differ)

What does NHTSA recall 16V-529 cover on the Chrysler 200?

Recall 16V-529 covers certain 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles with 9-speed automatic transmissions among other FCA models: transmission sensor-cluster wire harness crimps may be insufficient, so the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral; dealers reprogram the powertrain…

What generation is the 2016 Chrysler 200?

UF generation (2015-2017).