TWoS CTD when starting new chapter

[vdr1981]

Originally Posted by PanzerDan86

My version is 2.2.16 FULL. Do I need to also add the "2.2 Update v2.2.16"?

You don't ...When I release update v2.2.17 then you can use just an update.

Theoretically, could it be that my first patrol is somehow messed up and this is causing me to not be able to start a 2nd patrol after ending the first? Should I try to start a completely new career?

It can be anything and I cant really say from this point what is wrong with your game without more detailed information. In these situations I usually suggest clean game reinstallation and new campaign start. But before that you can upload you Kiel bunker save and I'll check it out (you can also upload one before Kiel as well).