4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2016-02-26
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2016 dodge dart vehicles manufactured july 25, 2015, to december 16, 2015 and equipped with a 2.0l engine and a manual transmission. Additionally included are certain 2015 dodge dart vehicles similarly equipped and brought in for dealer service between september 15, 2015 and january 12, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the powertrain control module that monitors the engine torque output may be missing a backup layer of software.
Consequence
Without a backup layer of software, the control module may fail to prevent an un-commanded torque event, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control module software, free of charge. The recall began on march 25, 2016. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is s10.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2017-12-22
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling various dodge, chrysler, and ram vehicles equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf
Consequence
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began february 14, 2018. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is t82.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #3 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 2019-04-11
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2013-2016 dodge dart vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the shift cable to detach from the transmission.
Consequence
If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the vehicle may not perform the shifts performed by the driver. Additionally, despite selecting park with the shifter, the vehicle may roll away. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission side shifter cable bushing, free of charge. The recall began september 5, 2019. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is v34.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #4 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
Posted on: 2019-04-11
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2013-2016 dodge dart vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions. The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the shift cable to detach from the transmission.
Consequence
If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the vehicle may not perform the shifts performed by the driver. Additionally, despite selecting park with the shifter, the vehicle may roll away. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission side shifter cable bushing, free of charge. The recall began september 5, 2019. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is v34.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.