2016 Chrysler 200 vs 2016 Nissan Altima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Chrysler 200 | 2016 Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 342 | 550 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 337 | 323 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 28 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–27 | 26–31 |
| Median reported mileage | 42,351 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler 200 | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 63 | 234 |
| Engine | 131 | 86 |
| Air Bags | 88 | 70 |
| Electrical System | 111 | 42 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 65 |
| Service Brakes | 33 | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 41 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 70 | 54 |
| Airbag warning light | 34 | 25 |
| Check engine light | 16 | 64 |
| Electrical failures | 13 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 11 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 38 |
| Oil consumption | 9 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 26 |
2016 Chrysler 200
2016 Nissan Altima
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.