The Lemon Index2016 Chrysler 200.
The 2016 Chrysler 200 is one of the worst years by owner complaints: 222 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 224, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 2 recalls, and it gets 22 to 27 mpg combined. The best Chrysler 200 year is 2014.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 344 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chrysler 200 year. 2016 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 24K to 66K miles on the car (244 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 27K–67K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 25K–61K miles
- airbags complaints mostly came at 27K–65K miles
Recalls 2
- electrical 2018
These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.
- steering 2016
Multiple chassis fastener joints may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Chrysler told dealers about
Chrysler sent dealers 337 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination
- Flash: Heated Steering Wheel Temperature Enhancement Depending on vehicle architecture: This…
- A/C Compressor This applies to 2015 and 2016 KL, UF and PF
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler 200 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chrysler 200 4 DR AWD | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2400–2900 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
My Chrysler 200 dashboard is cutting out while driving and stalls
2016 Chrysler 200 owner · NHTSA complaint 11122464
More owner reports
Rodents chewed my wires and battery cover under the hood of my 2016 Chrysler 200. All major lights on dashboard , brakes and em errors and transmission fluid low. Effects my steering minor
NHTSA complaint 10991700
Car has shut down at least 4 to 5 times while driving on city streets luckily. There has been numerous complaints by other Chrysler 200 owners about the same problem but yet there has been no resolution.
NHTSA complaint 11041510
Quick answers
Is the 2016 Chrysler 200 reliable?
No, it is one of the worst by government complaints. It drew 2.2× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 224; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Chrysler 200 year by this measure is 2014.
What are the most common 2016 Chrysler 200 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (37%), electrical (32%) and airbags (25%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2016 Chrysler 200 have?
2 safety recalls (latest: electrical). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Chrysler 200 get?
22 to 27 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2016 Chrysler 200 safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2016 Chrysler 200 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 24,000 and 66,000 miles. The middle report was at 41,000 miles, from 244 complaints.
Does the 2016 Chrysler 200 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 18% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2016 Chrysler 200 cost in fuel a year?
About $2400 to $2900 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2016 Chrysler 200 have?
2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
What Chrysler 200 year is better than the 2016?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2014, 2011 and 2013.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works