Chrysler (FCA US, LLC): Safety Recalls in 2013
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 36 safety recalls made by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 6, 2013
(Campaign #: N65)
Transmission Output Shaft may Fracture
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 300 AWD, Dodge Charger AWD, and Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles equipped with ZF all wheel drive ("AWD") 8HP45 transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission output shaft may fracture.
NHTSA ID: 13V610000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 4,194
Consequence Summary:
The transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park'.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmissions, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is N65.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84.38
November 6, 2013
(Campaign #: N52)
Loss of Oil Pressure may result in Engine Stall
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. Due to abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings, these engines may have a loss of engine oil pressure, possibly resulting in an engine stall or engine failure.
NHTSA ID: 13V552000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 521
Consequence Summary:
If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module, free of charge. The recall began on December 24, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N52.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 86.95
November 6, 2013
(Campaign #: R16)
Failure of the Left Tie Rod Assembly
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured February 20, 2007, through December 22, 2012. The left tie rod assembly may break.
NHTSA ID: 13V527000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 36,151
Consequence Summary:
A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
On May 19, 2015 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, or Fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is R16.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 65.95
November 6, 2013
(Campaign #: N62)
Failure of the Left Tie Rod Assembly
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Dodge RAM 2500 4x4 and 3500 4x4, model year 2007-2008 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis and model year 2006-2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4 trucks manufactured February 12, 2002, through February 13, 2008. The left tie rod assembly may break.
NHTSA ID: 13V528000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 706,664
Consequence Summary:
A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler notified owners and launched its recall campaign in January 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N62.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 31.96
November 6, 2013
(Campaign #: N49)
Failure of the Left Tie Rod Assembly
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4 trucks, 2008-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis, and model year 2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4. The left tie rod assembly may break.
NHTSA ID: 13V529000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 271,733
Consequence Summary:
A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler notified owners on January 16, 2014 that dealers would inspect vehicles and replace the steering linkage assembly, if necessary. On or about February 27, 2014, Chrysler ceased its recall remedy program due to parts quality concerns, and then re-initiated it on or about April 14, 2014. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, or Fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N49.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 56.49
November 6, 2013
(Campaign #: N61)
Side Air Bags may Deploy Improperly
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured May 10, 2013, through August 24, 2013 and equipped with the Mopar 13 trim package. In the affected vehicles, the front seat mounted side airbags (SAB) may not have been properly installed into the seat.
NHTSA ID: 13V555000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 374
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating SAB deployment, the SABs may fail to deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the SAB installation and re-install them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N61.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 83.16
October 17, 2013
(Campaign #: N58)
Loss of ABS/ESC & Instrument Cluster Display
Chrysler Group, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 8, 2013, through August 20, 2013. Due to a disruption of computer communications and loose alternator ground wires, the affected vehicles may experience random illumination of multiple instrument cluster warning lights, loss of cluster illumination and loss of anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) function. Because of these conditions, the vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 101, "Controls and Displays," and No. 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
NHTSA ID: 13V483000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 90,981
Consequence Summary:
A loss of ABS and ESC function reduces the driver's ability to control the vehicle. Drivers would not be warned of brake system failures or any other failures which would be illuminated on the dashboard display. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ABS and instrument cluster module software and tighten the alternator ground wire, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N58.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.86
October 17, 2013
(Campaign #: N59)
Random Loss of Instrument Cluster Lighting
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured July 1, 2013, through August 22, 2013. Randomly, the warning lights in the instrument cluster may fail to illuminate as designed.
NHTSA ID: 13V486000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 8,370
Consequence Summary:
Inoperative warning lights may not properly warn the driver of vehicle problems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N59.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.92
August 14, 2013
(Campaign #: N51)
Half Shafts may Loosen/Loss of Drive
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Fiat 500e electric vehicles manufactured December 16, 2012, through August 13, 2013. The half shaft joints may loosen and separate causing noise and a loss of driving capability.
NHTSA ID: 13V358000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 491
Consequence Summary:
A loss of driving capability increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners and Fiat dealers will replace the fasteners attaching the half shaft inboard joints, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2013. Owners may contact Fiat at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's recall number is N51.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
August 6, 2013
(Campaign #: N50)
Loss of Power Transfer/Transmission Snap Ring
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 RAM 3500 trucks manufactured May 4, 2012, through August 7, 2012; and model year 2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured May 3, 2012, through August 7, 2012. Due to a loose snap ring inside the transmission, there may be a loss of power transfer through the transmission to the wheels.
NHTSA ID: 13V344000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 85
Consequence Summary:
An unexpected loss of power transfer may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission assembly free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N50.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 84.71
July 2, 2013
(Campaign #: N48)
Air bag Deployment Software/FMVSS 208, 214
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured June 11, 2013, through June 12, 2013. The occupant restraint control module (ORC) has incorrect software installed which may adversely affect air bag deployments in collisions. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and No. 214, "Side Impact Protection."
NHTSA ID: 13V291000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 184
Consequence Summary:
An air bag that does not deploy, or deploys improperly, may increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC module, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N48.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 78.8
July 2, 2013
(Campaign #: N42)
Park Lamp Illumination/FMVSS 108
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2014, non-SRT trimmed, Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured January 14, 2013, through March 20, 2013 equipped with premium headlamps. In the affected vehicles, when switching between daytime running lights and parking lights, electrical spikes may cause the parking lamps to turn off. Without properly functioning parking lamps these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
NHTSA ID: 13V289000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 4,242
Consequence Summary:
Without parking lamps, the vehicle may not be as visible to other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Central Body Controller software, free of charge. The recall BEGAN ON September 12, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N42.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
July 2, 2013
(Campaign #: N38)
Non-Deployment of Head Restraints
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Sebring and 200 vehicles manufactured June 28, 2011, through December 13, 2012; model year 2011-2013 Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured June 25, 2011, through January 14, 2013; model year 2011-2012 Dodge Nitro vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through December 15, 2011; and model year 2011-2012 Jeep Liberty vehicles manufactured June 17, 2011, through August 15, 2012. Electrical over-stress of a resistor in the occupant restraint control module may lead to the non-deployment of the active head restraints during a rear impact collision.
NHTSA ID: 13V282000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 442,320
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating the deployment of the active head restraints , their non-deployment could increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) or replace the occupant restraint control module, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on November 19, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N38.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 71.46
July 2, 2013
(Campaign #: N44)
Side Airbags may Deploy on the Incorrect Side
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and RAM C/V Tradesman vehicles manufactured May 10, 2012, through June 7, 2013. A software error may result in the opposite side airbags deploying from the collision point (a left side impact would deploy the right side airbags and vice versa).
NHTSA ID: 13V283000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 224,264
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the wrong side airbags could deploy leaving the occupant with no airbag protection at the point of impact, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the occupant restraint control module, free of charge. The recall began during September 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N44.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
July 2, 2013
(Campaign #: N41)
Track Bar may Detach/Loss of Directional Control
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2013, through March 8, 2013. An incorrect bolt may have been used to attach the track bar to the frame.
NHTSA ID: 13V288000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 747
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect attaching bolt may break or fall out, resulting in the vehicle suddenly pulling to one side, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the track bar fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 3, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N41.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
July 2, 2013
(Campaign #: N37)
Electronic Stability Control may be Disabled
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 4x4 trucks manufactured June 26, 2012, through February 5, 2013. Due to a software issue with the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) module, the ESC system may be disabled when the vehicle is started.
NHTSA ID: 13V287000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 45,896
Consequence Summary:
A disabled ESC system may result in loss of directional control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESC module software, free of charge. The recall began on September 11, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N37.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 19, 2013
(Campaign #: N45, N46)
Post-Collision Fire after Rear Impact
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in certain rear impacts.
NHTSA ID: 13V252000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
# of Units Affected: 1,560,000
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Corrective Action:
Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear structure. On vehicles in the recall that are not equipped with a tow hitch, Chrysler will install a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles in the recall that are equipped with an aftermarket tow hitch, Chrysler will assess whether the hitch and surrounding areas show evidence of sharp edges or other puncture risks. If so, Chrysler will replace the tow hitch with a Chrysler designed tow hitch free of charge, provided the condition of the vehicle can support proper installation. On vehicles already equipped with a Chrysler designed tow hitch, Chrysler will inspect the area around the tow hitch installation, and if any installation issues are identified, they will be repaired free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign numbers are N45 (for the Grand Cherokee vehicles) and N46 (for the Liberty vehicles).
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 35.85
June 4, 2013
(Campaign #: N33)
High Beam Headlamp Shutter/FMVSS 108
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks manufactured January 7, 2013, through February 28, 2013 and equipped with optional premium headlamps. The headlamp shutters may function improperly when in high-beam mode. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
NHTSA ID: 13V240000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 1,069
Consequence Summary:
Improper headlight shutter function during high beam use may reduce the drivers visibility and possibly blind oncoming traffic. Either condition may increase the risk of crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reconfigure the Central Body Controller, free of charge. The recall began July 30, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N33.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 4, 2013
(Campaign #: N26)
Front Drive Shaft Fracture/Possible Loss of Power
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured February 2, 2012, to December 22, 2012. Due to a welding issue with the front axle carrier, the front drive shaft may fracture and result in a loss of motive power and damage to surrounding components if the shaft continues to spin.
NHTSA ID: 13V239000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 5,622
Consequence Summary:
Damage to other components, or sudden loss of drive power may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace or repair the front axle assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N26.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 61.16
June 4, 2013
(Campaign #: N32)
Engine may Stall in Cold Temperatures
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured March 1, 2012, through February 28, 2013 and equipped with a 1.4L MultiAir turbo engine and dual dry clutch transmission. These vehicles may experience an engine stall when the temperature is 20 degrees Fahrenheit or colder.
NHTSA ID: 13V238000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 12,872
Consequence Summary:
If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N32.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 4, 2013
(Campaign #: N35)
No Warning of Turn Signal Malfunction/FMVSS 108
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured September 9, 2012, through March 5, 2013 and equipped with optional premium tail lamps. In the affected vehicles, the turn signal indicator may not flash at a double rate to give a notification to the driver of a turn signal malfunction. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
NHTSA ID: 13V237000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 17,411
Consequence Summary:
Without a warning that the turn signal is malfunctioning, the driver would continue to use the vehicle, unaware that other drivers on the road are not being notified that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Central Body Controller software, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N35.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 4, 2013
(Campaign #: N28)
Possible Transmission Fluid Leak
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and an automatic transmission and manufactured January 23, 2011, through February 23, 2013. The power steering line may contact and wear a hole in the transmission oil cooler line resulting in a loss of transmission fluid.
NHTSA ID: 13V234000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 180,131
Consequence Summary:
A loss of transmission fluid may result in a loss of transmission function which may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N28.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
June 4, 2013
(Campaign #: N01)
Delayed Deployment or Non-Deployment of Airbags
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.
NHTSA ID: 13V233000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 254,396
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
May 7, 2013
(Campaign #: M31)
Air Bag Clockspring Assemblies may Fail
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Jeep Wrangler right-hand drive vehicles manufactured February 1, 2007, through October 10, 2011. The affected vehicles have airbag clockspring assemblies that could experience broken airbag circuits.
NHTSA ID: 13V176000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 5,440
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, a broken electrical circuit in the airbag clockspring wiring assembly can lead to non-deployment of the driver-side frontal airbag and will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injuries.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring and add a steering wheel dust shield, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. This recall supercedes NHTSA recall 11V-528. Chrysler's recall campaign number is M31.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
May 7, 2013
(Campaign #: N23)
Possible Vehicle Rollaway
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
NHTSA ID: 13V175000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 295,345
Consequence Summary:
If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
May 7, 2013
(Campaign #: N25)
Restricted Coolant Flow/FMVSS 103
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured manufactured June 25, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the coolant bypass valve may stick in a position that does not allow coolant to flow into the heater core. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Vehicle Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
NHTSA ID: 13V177000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 498
Consequence Summary:
Without a properly working windshield defrosting system, a buildup of mositure or ice could limit the driver's ability to see, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace replace the suspect coolant valves along with an updated calibration, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N25.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
April 3, 2013
(Campaign #: N22)
Parking Brake Cable may allow Truck to Roll
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 vehicles manufactured December 17, 2012, through January 22, 2013. The parking brake cable equalizer was set incorrectly and may not hold the vehicle on a 20% grade. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the parking brake performance requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 13V128000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 6,574
Consequence Summary:
If the parking brake fails to operate as designed, the vehicle could roll when parked, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reset the parking brake cable equalizer if required, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N22.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
April 3, 2013
(Campaign #: N21)
Inoperable Parking Brake
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured on November 27, 2012. Some vehicles may have been built with incorrect rear brake calipers, which could result in an inoperable parking brake.
NHTSA ID: 13V124000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 46
Consequence Summary:
If the parking brake is inoperable, the vehicle could roll when parked increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N21.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
April 3, 2013
(Campaign #: N19)
Engine Cover Creates Risk of Engine Fire
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks manufactured January 7, 2013, through March 6, 2013. The engine cover may trap an excessive amount of heat under the cover.
NHTSA ID: 13V122000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 6,143
Consequence Summary:
The excessive heat under the engine cover may result in an under hood fire.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing engine cover with one that is a different design, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed on May 31, 2013. A second letter was mailed to owners with instructions on how to obtain the free remedy on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N19.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
April 3, 2013
(Campaign #: N10)
Drive Shaft Failure may cause Airbag Deployment
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Dodge Nitro 4X2 vehicles manufactured March 21, 2006, through March 1, 2008; and 2008 Jeep Liberty 4X2 vehicles manufactured February 15, 2007, through March 1, 2008. The transfer case heat shield may drop down and rub on the drive shaft, weakening it and potentially causing the drive shaft to break.
NHTSA ID: 13V121000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 62,578
Consequence Summary:
If the drive shaft breaks, a section of it can strike the transfer case tunnel with enough force that the airbag computer will believe the vehicle is in a crash and thus deploy the airbags. Additionally, the drive shaft failure will result in a loss of motive power. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will add a bracket to support the rear of the heat shield, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 29, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N10.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
April 3, 2013
(Campaign #: N07)
Seat Airbag Wiring Harness
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured April 11, 2011, through December 14, 2011. The affected vehicles may have improperly sized terminal crimps on the seat side-airbag wiring harness which may cause the seat side-airbags to malfunction and illuminate the airbag warning light.
NHTSA ID: 13V118000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 119,497
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment the airbags may not operate as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both driver and passenger seat airbag wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N07.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
April 3, 2013
(Campaign #: N17)
Fuel Tank Transfer Tube may cause Stall
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 Jeep Patriot and Compass vehicles manufactured October 18, 2011, through May 7, 2012. Due to an incorrectly manufactured transfer tube, the transfer of fuel from the secondary side to the primary side of the fuel tank may be interrupted, causing the engine to stall.
NHTSA ID: 13V120000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 20,799
Consequence Summary:
If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank transfer tube free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on May 30, 2013. Owners were notified by Chrysler on July 19, 2013, that parts are now available. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N17.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
March 21, 2013
(Campaign #: N18)
Starter B+ Electrical Short may Result in Fire
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery positive cable at the starter motor may experience an electrical short circuit to ground.
NHTSA ID: 13V103000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 4,051
Consequence Summary:
A short circuit could lead to a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact their dealers. Chrysler Group further advises affected owners not to park their vehicles in, or near, any structures. Dealers will replace the under hood starter cable assembly, free of charge. The recall notification began on March 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: Yes
February 6, 2013
(Campaign #: N02)
Fuel Leakage or Engine Stall
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured from October 30, 2012, through November 2, 2012. These vehicles may have a gas tank that has a broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly.
NHTSA ID: 13V043000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,785
Consequence Summary:
A broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly may lead to an engine stall or fuel leakage. An engine stall while driving may contribute to a vehicle crash. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace any affected control valves, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
February 6, 2013
(Campaign #: N08)
Rear Axle Pinion Nut May Loosen at Differential
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011; model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008; and model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008. The rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized pinion spline that can allow relative motion between the nut and companion flange.
NHTSA ID: 13V038000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 278,674
Consequence Summary:
If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
Corrective Action:
On November 7, 2013 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, or Fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N08.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 74.56
February 6, 2013
(Campaign #: N13)
Inadvertent Airbag Deployment
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2003 and 2004 Dodge Viper vehicles manufactured from November 1, 2001, through June 30, 2004. A component in the air bag control module may fail causing the front airbags and/or seatbelt pretensioners to deploy inadvertently while the vehicle is being operated.
NHTSA ID: 13V040000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 3,644
Consequence Summary:
Inadvertent deployment of the airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners could increase the risk of personal injury and the possibility of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. An interim notification iwas sent to owners on March 18, 2013. The recall began on March 26, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 25.53