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Engine And Engine Cooling complaints
10 reportsClear category filter46,100 miles · Oct 2, 2014
Electrical SystemElectronic Stability Control (esc)Engine And Engine CoolingFire
MY 2011 DODGE CHARGER HAD A SMELL OF A BURNT ALTENATOR. CAR ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY RADIO TURNED OFF AND THERE WAS A WHINING NOISE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CAR HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, THE BATTERY IS IN A POWER SAVE MODE I HAVE NOT GONE TO THE DEALER YET. ITS MY 3RD INCIDENT WITH THE CAR. HEADLIGHTS AND BRAKES. I WI…
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MY 2011 DODGE CHARGER HAD A SMELL OF A BURNT ALTENATOR. CAR ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY RADIO TURNED OFF AND THERE WAS A WHINING NOISE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CAR HAS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, THE BATTERY IS IN A POWER SAVE MODE I HAVE NOT GONE TO THE DEALER YET. ITS MY 3RD INCIDENT WITH THE CAR. HEADLIGHTS AND BRAKES. I WILL HAVE TO GET IT TOWED, I DON'T TRUST TO DRIVE IT. IT RUNNING ON THE BATTERY ONLY. IT NEEDS TO BE RECALLED
NHTSA ODI #10642017
35,000 miles · Jul 25, 2014
Engine And Engine CoolingFuel System, Gasoline
LAST YEAR 2013,RIGHT AROUND 35000 MILES IN MY 2011 DODGE CHARGER,I TOOK IT IN TO MY DEALERSHIP BECAUSE THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,THEIR RESPONSE WAS THAT IT HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE FUEL BUT THEY COULD NOT TELL ME EXACTLY WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS BECAUSE THE ANALYSIS WOULD NOT SPECIFY IT,AND WE ALSO TOLD THEM THAT WE COULD SMELL G…
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LAST YEAR 2013,RIGHT AROUND 35000 MILES IN MY 2011 DODGE CHARGER,I TOOK IT IN TO MY DEALERSHIP BECAUSE THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,THEIR RESPONSE WAS THAT IT HAD SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE FUEL BUT THEY COULD NOT TELL ME EXACTLY WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS BECAUSE THE ANALYSIS WOULD NOT SPECIFY IT,AND WE ALSO TOLD THEM THAT WE COULD SMELL GAS,THEY SAID THAT IT COULD BE THE GAS CAP BUT THAT WAS IT.WE FOUND OUT IT WAS ONLY WHEN WE FILLED THE TANK SO I WAS PUTTING ONLY 20 DLLRS CAUSE WE DID NOT WANT THE SMELL IN THE CAR.ON APRIL 2014 WE WENT TO PHOENIX WHICH IS A 3 HOUR DRIVE AND WHEN WE WERE ABOUT TO COME BACK MY BROTHER-IN-LAW NOTICED SOMETHING WAS LEAKING FROM UNDER THE CAR,WE FOUND OUT IT WAS GAS COMING FROM THE TANK,WE RISKED IT AND TOOK THE ROAD BACK TO THE HOUSE.THE NEXT DAY I WENT TO THE DEALER AGAIN AND TOLD THEM ABOUT WHAT HAPPENED AND THEIR RESPONSE WAS THAT THE WARRANTY HAD ALREADY EXPIRED AND IF I WANTED IT FIXED I WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR WHATEVER COSTS IT WOULD TAKE TO DO SO, I SAID THAT I HAD TAKEN IT BEFORE I RAN OUT ON THE WARRANTY,AGAIN THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT.WHILE SEARCHING IN THE INTERNET I SAW SOME ARTICLES DESCRIBING THE SAME SITUATION THAT I HAVE,FAULTY GAS HOSES,CALLED THE DEALER AGAIN AND AGAIN THE SAME RESPONSE,THAT IF I WANTED TO BE SAFE I WOULD HAVE TO FIX IT MYSELF. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10616169
Mileage unknown · Dec 20, 2012
Engine And Engine CoolingUnknown Or Other
LETTER FROM SENATOR JOHANNS ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENTS REGARDING HER 2011 DODGE CHARGER SAFETY ISSUES. (EXPERIENCING CARBON MONOXIDE) *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED SHE AND HER SON BECAME SEVERELY ILL.
NHTSA ODI #10489942
33,200 miles · Feb 10, 2012
Engine And Engine Cooling
WHILE DRIVING IN SOME RAIN ENGINE 5.7HEMI STALLED ,CRANKED IT BACK UP BUT ENGINE HAD A NOISE .PULLED IN TO STORE PARKING LOT CALLED WRECKER TO TAKE BACK TO DODGE DEALER (UNDER WARRANTY) THEY TELL ME IT HAS A BAD CONNECTING ROD AND THE WARRANTY NOR THE EXT WARRANTY COVERS THAT ,IT WILL TAKE 8K DOLLARS TO FIX ,LETS SAY I NO LONGER…
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WHILE DRIVING IN SOME RAIN ENGINE 5.7HEMI STALLED ,CRANKED IT BACK UP BUT ENGINE HAD A NOISE .PULLED IN TO STORE PARKING LOT CALLED WRECKER TO TAKE BACK TO DODGE DEALER (UNDER WARRANTY) THEY TELL ME IT HAS A BAD CONNECTING ROD AND THE WARRANTY NOR THE EXT WARRANTY COVERS THAT ,IT WILL TAKE 8K DOLLARS TO FIX ,LETS SAY I NO LONGER HAVE OR WILL DRIVE OR BUY ONE EITHER A DODGE. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10447467
5,745 miles · Jan 23, 2012
Electrical SystemEngine And Engine Cooling
WHILE TURNING LEFT TO CROSS MULTIPLE LANES ON THE HIGHWAY, I ACCELERATED TO GO AND THE CAR BEGAN COASTING. I PRESSED ON THE GAS AND NOTHING! I PUT IT IN NEUTRAL, HEARD IT REV AND PUT IT INTO DRIVE..STILL NOTHING! THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. WITH ON COMING TRAFFIC AND CARS SWERVING TO KEEP FROM PLOWING INTO ME, I QUICKLY PUT TH…
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WHILE TURNING LEFT TO CROSS MULTIPLE LANES ON THE HIGHWAY, I ACCELERATED TO GO AND THE CAR BEGAN COASTING. I PRESSED ON THE GAS AND NOTHING! I PUT IT IN NEUTRAL, HEARD IT REV AND PUT IT INTO DRIVE..STILL NOTHING! THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. WITH ON COMING TRAFFIC AND CARS SWERVING TO KEEP FROM PLOWING INTO ME, I QUICKLY PUT THE CAR IN PARK, SHUT IT OFF, TRIED TO RE-STARTED IT (X3)AND PUT IT IN DRIVE. I WAS FINALLY ABLE TO GET IT TO GO. THE NEXT DAY, MY CAR WAS HARD TO START (X3). AFTER WARMING UP FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 MINS, I LEFT FOR WORK. LOW & BEHOLD, THE SAME EXACT THING HAPPENED AT THE SAME EXACT SPOT EXCEPT THIS TIME MY CAR SHUT OFF DURING THE TURN. ONCE AGAIN, WITH ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND SPEEDING CARS DODGING MY STOPPED VEHICLE, I IMMEDIATELY THREW IT INTO PARK, TRIED TO RESTART IT X2, THEN PUT IT IN DRIVE AND WAS ABLE TO GET OUT OF THE WAY OF THE TRACTOR TRAILER WHO WAS NOT GOING TO BE ABLE TO STOP! ON THE WAY TO THE DEALERSHIP, IT HAPPENED TWICE TO MY HUSBAND BUT THE DEALERSHIP SAYS "THERE IS NO CODE, IT HASN'T HAPPENED TO US AND THUS NO PROBLEM" I CAN ASSURE YOU, AS A DEPUTY SHERIFF, THIS PROBLEM ISN'T JUST DANGEROUS, IT'S DEADLY! *TR
NHTSA ODI #10444950
11,108 miles · Jan 19, 2012
Engine And Engine CoolingService Brakes, HydraulicVehicle Speed Control
DRIVING AT 70MPH SPEED LIMIT,A CAR CAME OVER INTO MY LANE,AND I HAD TO SLOW DOWN. I THEN PUSHED DOWN ON THE ACCELERATOR TO GET BACK UP TO SPEED,AND NOTHING. THERE WAS NO ACCELERATION AT ALL,EVEN AFTER I KEPT PUSHING ON THE PEDDLE. I HAD TO TAKE A FAST LOOK BEHIND ME,AND GO ACROSS 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC,ALL GOING 70MPH AND MORE,TO GE…
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DRIVING AT 70MPH SPEED LIMIT,A CAR CAME OVER INTO MY LANE,AND I HAD TO SLOW DOWN. I THEN PUSHED DOWN ON THE ACCELERATOR TO GET BACK UP TO SPEED,AND NOTHING. THERE WAS NO ACCELERATION AT ALL,EVEN AFTER I KEPT PUSHING ON THE PEDDLE. I HAD TO TAKE A FAST LOOK BEHIND ME,AND GO ACROSS 3 LANES OF TRAFFIC,ALL GOING 70MPH AND MORE,TO GET THE CAR TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD. WE WERE LUCKY THE 4 OF US WERE NOT KILLED. THE CAR WENT DOWN TO BELOW 30MPH,EVEN THOUGH I KEPT PUSHING ON THE GAS. THEN IT TOOK OFF. THIS HAPPENED 2 TIMES,AND NOT QUIT SO BAD A FEW OTHER TIMES. WE WERE ON A 1 MONTH TRIP,AND WHEN WE LEFT THE CAR HAD JUST OVER 6,000 MILES ON IT,AND WAS 6 MONTHS OLD. WHEN WE GOT HOME IT WAS 7 MONTHS OLD WITH 12,000 MILES ON IT. AT ONE POINT CHRYSLER CORP.TOLD ME IT FITS INTO THE CAR BUY BACK REPLACEMENT PROGRAM. THEY DID NOT HELP ME.I GOT A 2012 CHARGER BECAUSE I DID NOT TRUST THE 2011. IT COULD KILL SOMEONE. THEY SAY THE CAR IS FIXED,BUT I AM NOT GOING TO RISK MY FAMILY'S LIFE ON IT. HAS THERE BEEN ANY OTHER CARS WITH THIS PROBLEM,OF NO ACCELERATION? IS IT A PROBLEM WITH THE MULTIPLE DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM? SOUNDS LIKE IT. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP. IT SOUNDS LIKE CHRYSLER CORP.JUST DOSE NOT BELIEVE ME,THAT THERE IS NO ACCELERATION. PARTS REPLACED WERE,HYDRAULIC-TAPPETS,MULTIPLE DISPLACEMENT SOLENOID,HEAD GASKET,SPARKPLUGS,OIL&FILTER. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10444555
Mileage unknown · Jan 4, 2012
Engine And Engine CoolingFuel System, Gasoline
2011 DODGE CHARGER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE POTENTIALLY CATCHING FIRE DUE TO A RADIATOR PROBLEM AND CHRYSLER REFUSES TO PROVIDE ANY DETAILS. *TGW THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED A FEW DAYS AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE FUEL PUMP AND COMPUTER SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED. *JB UPDATED 01/06/12. *JB UPDATED 02/03/12.*J…
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2011 DODGE CHARGER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE POTENTIALLY CATCHING FIRE DUE TO A RADIATOR PROBLEM AND CHRYSLER REFUSES TO PROVIDE ANY DETAILS. *TGW THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED A FEW DAYS AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE FUEL PUMP AND COMPUTER SYSTEM HAD TO BE REPLACED. *JB UPDATED 01/06/12. *JB UPDATED 02/03/12.*JB UPDATED 04/12/12. *JB UPDATED 04/24/12. *JB
NHTSA ODI #10442979
Mileage unknown · Dec 1, 2011
Electrical SystemEngine And Engine CoolingPower Train
2011 DODGE CHARGER. CONSUMER EXPRESSES DISCONTENT CONCERNING CHRYSLER CORPORATION *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND CHRYSLER WAS AWARE THERE WAS AN ISSUE AND NEVER INFORMED HIM. THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THE VEHICLE HAS A TERRIBLE BLIND SPOT, WHICH WAS RESTRICTIVE, AS HIS BODY TRANSGRESSED HIGHER TOWARDS T…
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2011 DODGE CHARGER. CONSUMER EXPRESSES DISCONTENT CONCERNING CHRYSLER CORPORATION *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND CHRYSLER WAS AWARE THERE WAS AN ISSUE AND NEVER INFORMED HIM. THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THE VEHICLE HAS A TERRIBLE BLIND SPOT, WHICH WAS RESTRICTIVE, AS HIS BODY TRANSGRESSED HIGHER TOWARDS THE BACK MAKING IT DIFFICULT SEEING LOW HOODS. ALSO, THE REAR WINDOW VIEW WAS HIGHER, APPARENTLY TO ALLOW MORE TRUNK SPACE, WHICH BLOCKED THE CONSUMER FROM SEEING, THE HOOD WHEN BACKING OUT OF PARKING SPACES. THE CONSUMER STATED HE COULD BARELY SEE THE SPEEDOMETER, THE NUMBERS WERE A LOT SMALLER AND DIFFICULT TO READ. ALSO, IT WAS DIFFICULT TO ADJUST THE TILT WHEEL. THE CONSUMER STATED HE HAD TO USE EXTRA STRENGTH TO PULL THE WHEEL UP OR DOWN. THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WAS A DRAG IN THE VEHICLE, WHEN HE REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR, THE VEHICLE WOULD SLOW DOWN MORE RAPIDLY. ALSO, IT WAS EASY TO ACCIDENTALLY MOVE THE SHIFTER INTO A LOWER GEAR. ALSO, THE TRANSMISSION WAS NOT SHIFTING PROPERLY. *JB
NHTSA ODI #10438308
Mileage unknown · Nov 17, 2011
Engine And Engine CoolingFuel System, Gasoline
2011 DODGE CHARGER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO L10 COOLANT RESERVOIR RECALL *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE ON THE WAY TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE RECALLS RECTIFIED, ONE INVOLVING A COMPUTER SYSTEM ISSUE TO PREVENT A POTENTIAL SAFETY OPERATIONAL HAZARD, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. A DIAGNOSIS REVEALED THE FUEL PUM…
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2011 DODGE CHARGER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO L10 COOLANT RESERVOIR RECALL *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE ON THE WAY TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE RECALLS RECTIFIED, ONE INVOLVING A COMPUTER SYSTEM ISSUE TO PREVENT A POTENTIAL SAFETY OPERATIONAL HAZARD, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. A DIAGNOSIS REVEALED THE FUEL PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *JB UPDATED 11/22/11. *JB
NHTSA ODI #10435930
1,500 miles · Aug 27, 2011
Engine And Engine Cooling
A VERY STRONG EXHAUST OR GAS SMELL INSIDE THE VEHICLE CABIN OF THE 2011 DODGE CHARGER POLICE VEHICLES. USUSALLY AFTER THE ENGINE HAS IDLED FOR A WHILE AND WHEN THE A/C IS ON. SWITCHING BETWEEN FRESH OR RECIRCULATED AIR DOES NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. DRIVING AROUND DOES NOT CLEAR THE PROBLEM. MANY OTHER FLEET VEHICLES ARE EXPERIEN…
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A VERY STRONG EXHAUST OR GAS SMELL INSIDE THE VEHICLE CABIN OF THE 2011 DODGE CHARGER POLICE VEHICLES. USUSALLY AFTER THE ENGINE HAS IDLED FOR A WHILE AND WHEN THE A/C IS ON. SWITCHING BETWEEN FRESH OR RECIRCULATED AIR DOES NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. DRIVING AROUND DOES NOT CLEAR THE PROBLEM. MANY OTHER FLEET VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM. NATIONAL BLOGS SEEM TO REPORT THE SAME TYPE OF PROBLEM IN SEVERAL DODGES. *TT
NHTSA ODI #10421701
Official recalls
11Jan 15, 2019
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
Jan 9, 2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Chrysler is recalling certain 2009-2010 RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Chrysler is also recalling certain 2009 RAM 3500, RAM 2500, RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, Dodge Durango, Chrysler Aspen, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U03.
Jul 10, 2017
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.
May 24, 2016
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.
Jan 28, 2016
FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016. When an affected vehicle is lifted using the supplied tire jack without chocking the wheels, the vehicle's body-side sill may give causing the tire jack to fail and the car to fall.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A car that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will provide owners with wheel chocks and instructions for their use, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S03.
Jul 27, 2015
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 6, 2010, to June 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R35.
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Seat Belts
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 6, 2010, to June 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.
Consequence: Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R35.
Air Bags:side/window
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 6, 2010, to June 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.
Consequence: Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R35.
Oct 8, 2014
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Challenger, and Durango; and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured April 22, 2010, to January 2, 2014, and equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P60.
Mar 4, 2014
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured May 20, 2010, through November 8, 2011, and equipped with halogen headlamps. In the affected vehicles, a sub-harness for the headlights may overheat and cause the low beam headlights to go out.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: Loss of headlights reduces the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlamp jumper harnesses and bulbs, or the headlamp assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2014. Owners may contract Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number associated with this recall is P08. This recall concerns non-police vehicles. A separate campaign was launched in 2012 to address police vehicles. See NHTSA recall 12V-042.
Apr 3, 2013
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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment the airbags may not operate as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
May 2, 2012
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 300 AND DODGE CHARGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY LOSE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUNCTION DUE TO AN OVERHEATED POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL RELOCATE THE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUSE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 18, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 300 AND DODGE CHARGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY LOSE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUNCTION DUE TO AN OVERHEATED POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL RELOCATE THE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUSE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 18, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Service Brakes, Air:antilock:control Unit/module
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 300 AND DODGE CHARGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY LOSE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUNCTION DUE TO AN OVERHEATED POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL RELOCATE THE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUSE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 18, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Feb 7, 2012
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 and 2012 DODGE CHARGER POLICE VEHICLES. THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS OF SOME VEHICLES COULD FAIL DUE TO AN OVERHEATED BULB HARNESS CONNECTOR. OTHER VEHICLES MAY LOSE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUNCTION DUE TO AN OVERHEATED POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VISIBILITY AND/OR BRAKING ABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP JUMPER HARNESSES AND RELOCATE THE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUSE WITHIN THE POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 and 2012 DODGE CHARGER POLICE VEHICLES. THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS OF SOME VEHICLES COULD FAIL DUE TO AN OVERHEATED BULB HARNESS CONNECTOR. OTHER VEHICLES MAY LOSE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUNCTION DUE TO AN OVERHEATED POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VISIBILITY AND/OR BRAKING ABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP JUMPER HARNESSES AND RELOCATE THE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUSE WITHIN THE POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Exterior Lighting:headlights
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 and 2012 DODGE CHARGER POLICE VEHICLES. THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS OF SOME VEHICLES COULD FAIL DUE TO AN OVERHEATED BULB HARNESS CONNECTOR. OTHER VEHICLES MAY LOSE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUNCTION DUE TO AN OVERHEATED POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VISIBILITY AND/OR BRAKING ABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP JUMPER HARNESSES AND RELOCATE THE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUSE WITHIN THE POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Electrical System:wiring
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 and 2012 DODGE CHARGER POLICE VEHICLES. THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS OF SOME VEHICLES COULD FAIL DUE TO AN OVERHEATED BULB HARNESS CONNECTOR. OTHER VEHICLES MAY LOSE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUNCTION DUE TO AN OVERHEATED POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VISIBILITY AND/OR BRAKING ABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP JUMPER HARNESSES AND RELOCATE THE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUSE WITHIN THE POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 and 2012 DODGE CHARGER POLICE VEHICLES. THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS OF SOME VEHICLES COULD FAIL DUE TO AN OVERHEATED BULB HARNESS CONNECTOR. OTHER VEHICLES MAY LOSE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUNCTION DUE TO AN OVERHEATED POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER.
Consequence: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VISIBILITY AND/OR BRAKING ABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP JUMPER HARNESSES AND RELOCATE THE ABS/ESC SYSTEM FUSE WITHIN THE POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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NHTSA investigations
2EA21002 · Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Opened Sep 17, 2021 · No close date supplied
Status: open (inferred from source dates) · Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module; Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 Blomquist Report at www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.pdf.Consequently, all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substance that traps and holds moisture) in US vehicles are under recall. These "non-desiccated" inflators either have been or are required to be replaced.In some cases, the remedy part for these recalled inflators was, or will be, an inflator using either propellant 2004 or 2004L that does contain a desiccant. None of these "desiccated" remedy parts (which were installed in older model year vehicles) are currently under recall for a degradation concern. Certain subsets of desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004 for use as original equipment, however, have been recalled for a degradation concern. All Takata inflators produced with propellant 2004L contain desiccant, and none of these desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L are under recall for a degradation concern. There have been no reported field ruptures in any non-recalled desiccated PSAN inflators.It is understood that desiccants fully saturate at some threshold, at which point any additional moisture will not be captured. This means the degradation process observed in non-desiccated inflators using propellant 2004 may also occur in non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004, assuming additional moisture enters the inflator and high temperature cycling occurs. Based on available information, desiccant saturation can occur within the first five years in the worst environments, and the time required for full saturation is affected by multiple factors. While no present safety risk has been identified, further work is needed to evaluate the future risk of non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004.Three entities -- Takata (now known as TK Global), the Independent Testing Coalition, and Exponent -- have been studying the long-term behavior of Takata desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004L (as well as 2004) in the presence of moisture and temperature cycling. The research efforts, which include development of predictive modeling techniques and field sample analysis, are ongoing. To date, none of the researchers have identified field evidence showing that propellant 2004L is undergoing a degradation process that leads to aggressive deployment and potential rupture. However, the time in service of such inflators remains short compared to that of the inflators using propellant 2004. Further study is needed to assess the long-term safety of desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L.The Office of Defects Investigation is opening this investigation to examine whether a safety defect related to propellant degradation exists in non-recalled desiccated PSAN frontal inflators manufactured by Takata. This investigation will require extensive information on Takata production processes and surveys of inflators in the field. Lists of recall actions that may have used desiccated PSAN inflators as remedy parts, as well as the makes and models originally manufactured with them, is available with the downloadable version of this document (see nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=EA21002 -- note this information is subject to change/revision as the investigation proceeds). This investigation does not supersede EA15-001, which remains open.
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Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 Blomquist Report at www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.pdf.Consequently, all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substance that traps and holds moisture) in US vehicles are under recall. These "non-desiccated" inflators either have been or are required to be replaced.In some cases, the remedy part for these recalled inflators was, or will be, an inflator using either propellant 2004 or 2004L that does contain a desiccant. None of these "desiccated" remedy parts (which were installed in older model year vehicles) are currently under recall for a degradation concern. Certain subsets of desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004 for use as original equipment, however, have been recalled for a degradation concern. All Takata inflators produced with propellant 2004L contain desiccant, and none of these desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L are under recall for a degradation concern. There have been no reported field ruptures in any non-recalled desiccated PSAN inflators.It is understood that desiccants fully saturate at some threshold, at which point any additional moisture will not be captured. This means the degradation process observed in non-desiccated inflators using propellant 2004 may also occur in non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004, assuming additional moisture enters the inflator and high temperature cycling occurs. Based on available information, desiccant saturation can occur within the first five years in the worst environments, and the time required for full saturation is affected by multiple factors. While no present safety risk has been identified, further work is needed to evaluate the future risk of non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004.Three entities -- Takata (now known as TK Global), the Independent Testing Coalition, and Exponent -- have been studying the long-term behavior of Takata desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004L (as well as 2004) in the presence of moisture and temperature cycling. The research efforts, which include development of predictive modeling techniques and field sample analysis, are ongoing. To date, none of the researchers have identified field evidence showing that propellant 2004L is undergoing a degradation process that leads to aggressive deployment and potential rupture. However, the time in service of such inflators remains short compared to that of the inflators using propellant 2004. Further study is needed to assess the long-term safety of desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L.The Office of Defects Investigation is opening this investigation to examine whether a safety defect related to propellant degradation exists in non-recalled desiccated PSAN frontal inflators manufactured by Takata. This investigation will require extensive information on Takata production processes and surveys of inflators in the field. Lists of recall actions that may have used desiccated PSAN inflators as remedy parts, as well as the makes and models originally manufactured with them, is available with the downloadable version of this document (see nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=EA21002 -- note this information is subject to change/revision as the investigation proceeds). This investigation does not supersede EA15-001, which remains open.
Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 Blomquist Report at www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.gov/files/documents/expert_report-hrblomquist.pdf.Consequently, all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substance that traps and holds moisture) in US vehicles are under recall. These "non-desiccated" inflators either have been or are required to be replaced.In some cases, the remedy part for these recalled inflators was, or will be, an inflator using either propellant 2004 or 2004L that does contain a desiccant. None of these "desiccated" remedy parts (which were installed in older model year vehicles) are currently under recall for a degradation concern. Certain subsets of desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004 for use as original equipment, however, have been recalled for a degradation concern. All Takata inflators produced with propellant 2004L contain desiccant, and none of these desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L are under recall for a degradation concern. There have been no reported field ruptures in any non-recalled desiccated PSAN inflators.It is understood that desiccants fully saturate at some threshold, at which point any additional moisture will not be captured. This means the degradation process observed in non-desiccated inflators using propellant 2004 may also occur in non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004, assuming additional moisture enters the inflator and high temperature cycling occurs. Based on available information, desiccant saturation can occur within the first five years in the worst environments, and the time required for full saturation is affected by multiple factors. While no present safety risk has been identified, further work is needed to evaluate the future risk of non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004.Three entities -- Takata (now known as TK Global), the Independent Testing Coalition, and Exponent -- have been studying the long-term behavior of Takata desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004L (as well as 2004) in the presence of moisture and temperature cycling. The research efforts, which include development of predictive modeling techniques and field sample analysis, are ongoing. To date, none of the researchers have identified field evidence showing that propellant 2004L is undergoing a degradation process that leads to aggressive deployment and potential rupture. However, the time in service of such inflators remains short compared to that of the inflators using propellant 2004. Further study is needed to assess the long-term safety of desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L.The Office of Defects Investigation is opening this investigation to examine whether a safety defect related to propellant degradation exists in non-recalled desiccated PSAN frontal inflators manufactured by Takata. This investigation will require extensive information on Takata production processes and surveys of inflators in the field. Lists of recall actions that may have used desiccated PSAN inflators as remedy parts, as well as the makes and models originally manufactured with them, is available with the downloadable version of this document (see nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=EA21002 -- note this information is subject to change/revision as the investigation proceeds). This investigation does not supersede EA15-001, which remains open.
PE14022 · Alternator Failure
Opened Jul 22, 2014 · Closed Nov 6, 2014
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
On July 22, 2014, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE14-022 to investigate 14 complaints (VOQs) alleging incidents of alternator failure resulting in engine stall while driving in model year (MY) 2011 through 2012 Dodge Charger vehicles.The MY 2011 through 2012 Dodge Charger vehicles were sold with three different engine options:1) 3.6L V6 (VIN8 = G), 88,766 vehicles; 2) 5.7L V8 (VIN8 = T), 38,615 vehicles; and 3) 6.4L V8 (VIN8 = J), 2,406 MY 2012 vehicles.The 14 VOQs identified in the PE14-022 opening resume involve 13 vehicles with 3.6L V6 engines and 1 vehicle with unknown engine (no VIN provided).In an October 7, 2014 letter to NHTSA, Chrysler described a safety defect condition that could result in rapid alternator failure having limited or no detection in approximately 434,581 MY 2011 through 2014 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines and 160 amp alternators (NHTSA Recall No. 14V-634, Chrysler P60).The subject alternators are used in vehicles equipped with 3.6L V6 engines and without towing packages.According to Chrysler, the silicone diodes in the alternator rectifier bridge may experience thermal fatigue due to cyclic loading from the Electric Hydraulic Power Steering (EHPS) system, eventually resulting in no output, reduced output, or a fully shorted to ground condition.These failure modes vary in their time to failure and warning to the driver.Depending on the failure mode and timing, system voltage may drop to critically low levels, disabling systems such as the Anti-lock Brake System/Electronic Stability Control, Engine Control Module/Central Body Controller, or a total vehicle electrical system shut down (in the event of a short to ground failure mode).Analysis of complaints to ODI and Chrysler identified a total of 146 incidents of alternator failure resulting in engine stall while driving in MY 2011 through 2012 Dodge Charger vehicles, including 142 involving vehicles equipped with the 3.6L V6 engines (1.6 IPTV) that were included in 14V-634 and 4 involving vehicles with 5.7L V8 engines (0.1 IPTV), which are equipped with different alternators.Analysis of all alternator failure complaints found that approximately 48 percent of VOQs and 21 percent of Chrysler complaints involved allegations of engine stall.Many (98) complaints reported fire and/or smoke, but analysis of these determined that they involved thermal damage to the alternator diode and did not identify any incidents involving damage beyond the alternator assembly.One VOQ identified in the opening resume for PE14-022 alleged a crash, but further evaluation determined that this involved a minor rear-end impact with slight bumper damage.This investigation is closed based on Chrysler's decision to conduct a safety recall.The VOQs associated with this investigation are:10641479,10641366,10641349,10642017,10640770,10640687,10640553,10639692,10638810,10638356,10638175,10638143,10637460,10633806,10633304,10632943,10632006,10631704,10631613,10631420,10631088,10630991,10630854,10630844,10630108,10629623,10629603,10628228,10628150,10627941,10627342,10626452,10626254,10625962,10622385,10622340,10621603,10620961,10619481,10618950,10618948,10618539,10618476,10618334,10618081,10618107,10616834,10616461,10616456,10615754,10615719,10606580,10605090,10604958,10597295,10592085,10588675,10587141,10562463,10559730,10511407
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