The contact owned a 2016 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact was made aware by another driver that flames were emanating from underneath the vehicle, prompting her to pull to the shoulder of the roadway. Upon exiting the vehicle became completely engulfed in flames. Local emergency services arrived and were able to extinguish the flames. No warn…
2016 chrysler 200 engine problems
moderate 40 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
40
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
During acceleration, thick white smoke began to come out tail pipe. Car instantly turns off in the middle of the street in rush hour traffic while I had my 4 year old daughter in the car. Police threatened to impound car if not moved immediately. Had to pay a hefty tow fee twice to get the car to the dealership. Somehow oil and coolant had mixed together in the engine. Dealer said I’ll need a comp…
MY CAR MAKES THIS LOUD NOISE WHEN THE ENGINE IS ON AND THE COOLANT METER REACHES ONE BAR ON THE SCREEN AND I DON'T KNOW EXACTLY WHERE THE NOISE IS COMING FROM BUT ITS NOT NORMAL. TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND HE TOLD ME ITS NOT A PROBLEM THE CAR IS SUPPOSE TO MAKE THAT NOISE BUT I DON'T REALLY BELIEVE HIM. THAT NOISE IS VERY LOUD
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2016 chrysler 200?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 40 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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