Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 Chrysler 200. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Cruise Control cannot be Cancelled
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- 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.
Improperly Torqued Fasteners
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- 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.
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Owner complaints (344)
344 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 344 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 132 | 38.4% |
| Electrical system | 112 | 32.6% |
| Air bags | 88 | 25.6% |
| Power train | 63 | 18.3% |
| Unknown or other | 55 | 16% |
| Service brakes | 35 | 10.2% |
| Steering | 23 | 6.7% |
| Electronic stability control | 18 | 5.2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 16 | 4.7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 14 | 4.1% |
How 2016 compares with other 200 years
Best and worst 200 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 13 | 0 |
| 2011 | 371 | 3 |
| 2012 | 638 | 4 |
| 2013 | 628 | 5 |
| 2014 | 192 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1,991 | 8 |
| 2016 | 344 | 2 |
| 2017 | 43 | 1 |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2016 Chrysler 200 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 27 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,500
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 326 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 27 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 36 / 27 | $2,500 | 326 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 36 / 27 | $2,500 | 326 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 31 / 23 | $2,900 | 388 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 22 | $3,050 | 405 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2016 200 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2016 Chrysler 200 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Chrysler 200 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 18V332000 (electrical), 16V589000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Chrysler 200 problems?
Owners filed 344 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (132), Electrical system (112), Air bags (88) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2016 Chrysler 200 get?
EPA rates the 2.4 L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic version at 23 city, 36 highway and 27 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2016 Chrysler 200 get?
NHTSA rated the 2016 Chrysler 200 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (10.7% rollover risk).
How does the 2016 200 compare with other years?
Among the 2010–2018 Chrysler 200 model years at least five years old, the 2018 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2015 the most (1,991). The 2016 drew 344. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.