2016 Chrysler 200: Problems & Reliability
SOLID2016 Chrysler 200: SOLID — 345 owner complaints (5.55 per 1,000 sold), 1.0× the 200 median year; top issue: engine (132 complaints).
CarWhere's verdict score for the 2016 is 1.10, where 1.00 is a typical 200 year once complaints are weighted for severity and spread over time on the road, between the best line (0.75) and caution (1.25). Severity drives it: 65% of those complaints report a crash, fire or injury or involve a safety-critical system (engine, powertrain, steering, brakes or fuel).
Sources: NHTSA owner complaints (ODI), recall campaigns and manufacturer service bulletins, published U.S. sales, CarWhere verified buyer prices · Model years 2008–2018 compared · Updated 2026-11-07 · By CarWhere Research · Methodology
345
NHTSA complaints
5.55
Complaints per 1,000 sold
337
Service bulletins
2
Recall campaigns
Most-reported 2016 Chrysler 200 problems
Engine is the clear leader, named in 38% of complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Share of 2016 complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 132 | 38% |
| Electrical system | 113 | 33% |
| Air bags | 88 | 26% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 63 | 18% |
| Unknown or other | 55 | 16% |
A complaint can name more than one component, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2016 Chrysler 200 recalls
2 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2016, reported between Aug 10, 2016 and May 17, 2018.
2016 Chrysler 200 service bulletins
The manufacturer has filed 337 technical service bulletins with NHTSA for the 2016 — more than the 170 of the median 200 year from 2008 to 2018. Coded bulletins most often cover electrical system (93), powertrain / transmission (69), engine & cooling (57). Bulletins are repair instructions for dealer technicians, not recalls.
The 2016 vs. the year before and after
From the 2015 to the 2016, owner complaints fell by more than half (1,983 → 345) — an improvement. The 2017 that followed fell by more than half (345 → 43), so the 2017 has the lighter record so far.
| Model year | Verdict | Complaints | Bulletins | Recalls | Avg. buyer-paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 200 | AVOID | 1,983 | 531 | 8 | — |
| 2016 (this page) | SOLID | 345 | 337 | 2 | — |
| 2017 200 | BEST | 43 | 182 | 1 | — |
Prices are averages of CarWhere verified buyer transactions (shown when 3+ deals exist for the year). Full year-by-year table: Chrysler 200 years to avoid.
What to check on a used 2016 Chrysler 200
Engine (132 complaints on the 2016): cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
Electrical system (113 complaints on the 2016): test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
Air bags (88 complaints on the 2016): confirm the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that every air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
Powertrain / transmission (63 complaints on the 2016): test-drive from cold through every gear and feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder; ask whether the transmission fluid has been serviced.
Service brakes (35 complaints on the 2016): check pedal feel, pulling and grinding, look at rotor and pad wear, and ask when the brake fluid was last changed.
Recalls: confirm all 2 campaigns above were completed on this VIN.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Chrysler 200 reliable?
2016 Chrysler 200: SOLID — 345 owner complaints (5.55 per 1,000 sold), 1.0× the 200 median year; top issue: engine (132 complaints). CarWhere's verdict score for the 2016 is 1.10, where 1.00 is a typical 200 year once complaints are weighted for severity and spread over time on the road, between the best line (0.75) and caution (1.25).
What are the most common 2016 Chrysler 200 problems?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the most-reported areas on the 2016 Chrysler 200 are engine (132, 38%), electrical system (113, 33%), air bags (88, 26%). The manufacturer has 337 service bulletins on file for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2016 Chrysler 200 have?
2 recall campaigns on federal record for the 2016 Chrysler 200, most recently 18V332000 (May 17, 2018, electrical system); 16V589000 (Aug 10, 2016, steering). Recall completion is VIN-specific, so check the exact car.
How do I check a specific 2016 Chrysler 200 before buying?
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Sources & method
Complaint, recall and service-bulletin counts for the 2016 Chrysler 200 come from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation; the per-1,000 rate divides complaints by published U.S. 2016 calendar-year sales; the verdict is CarWhere’s severity-weighted, time-on-road-adjusted score compared with the model’s own median year. Complaints are owner allegations, not verified defects. Full methodology.