2016 Chrysler 200 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 132about this part
- Share
- 38%of 345 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 41,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 132 complaints about the engine of the 2016 Chrysler 200, 38% of the 345 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 41,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 4 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Sudden loss of engine when making hard turns the car completely dies out and locks my steering and puts the car into a full break lock this leads to me having to try to start my car multiple times this is very dangerous considering this could be fatal when it does out I've had problems with this car and have brought it in multiple times with no fix”
NHTSA complaint #11390866, filed 2021-01, 20,000 miles“As I drove the vehicle off the lot located in modesto, ca I drove to my home address which is located in antioch, ca. On my way home the car started jerking when I notified the dealership they said they will fix it and to drop it back off. They had the vehicle for 7 days and did not fix a thing because the vehicle cuts off any power and gas control on the freeway.”
NHTSA complaint #11325352, filed 2020-05, 111,573 miles“Car will not start, put foot down on break and press the ignition and nothing happens with the engine. All lights, radio, screens turn on but not the engine.I have tested the batter, alternator, and starter and all are good.if I wait the car will start again just fine later. Can was parked after driving to work in the morning this happens in the afternoon.”
NHTSA complaint #11208113, filed 2019-05, 46,000 miles“My car shuts off while running and tells me to switch to park. The steering wheel and breaks lock up. This happens mid drive or when I turn a corner and is very dangerous. I had this same problem on my 2015 Chrysler 200 and now I am having the same issue with my 2016 Chrysler. This needs to be fixed this is a manufacturer issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11268902, filed 2019-10, 53,000 miles“The transmission will change gear unexpectedly. Cause my car to jerk shake and unusual long delay to accelerate at times even rev high while prolonged delay before accelerating. This has caused multiple situations that made the safety of driving this vehicle unpredictable and a hazard for me and other motorist.”
NHTSA complaint #11240750, filed 2019-07, 28,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11016138Mar 20, 2025Starter - engine
- 11006983Aug 29, 2024"2.4L Excessive Oil Consumption XB1 Warranty Extension The customer may describe one or more of the following: ● Oil pressure low indicator lamp illumination between oil changes…
- 10230029May 11, 2021Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
- 10223257May 11, 2021Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
- 10180203Aug 1, 2020No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
- 10176586May 23, 20202.4L Engine Oil Consumption Test This bulletin involves performing an oil consumption verification test. The customer may comment that the vehicles engine oil level is low or…
- 10176578May 16, 20202.4L Engine Oil Consumption Test This bulletin involves performing an oil consumption verification test. The customer may comment that the vehicles engine oil level is low or…
- 10169219Nov 1, 2019wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
- 10166546Aug 28, 2019CONDENSER, Air Conditioning If it is determined that the A/C compressor does not engage due to a refrigerant leak at the receiver/drier plug on the A/C condenser, order the…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 21 | 49% |
| 2016 | 132 | 38% |
| 2015 | 607 | 30% |
| 2014 | 38 | 20% |
| 2013 | 145 | 23% |
| 2012 | 146 | 23% |
| 2011 | 119 | 35% |
| 2010 | 1 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2016 Chrysler 200
113 complaintsAir bags
88 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
63 complaintsOther or unknown
56 complaintsBrakes
36 complaintsSteering
24 complaintsElectronic stability control
18 complaintsVehicle speed control
16 complaintsFuel system
14 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Chrysler 200
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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