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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 12V197📅 May 4, 2012

2011–2012 Chrysler 300 & 2011–2012 Dodge Charger recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

This could lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
12V197000
Manufacturer recall #
M10
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Vehicles affected
119,072
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Owner phone
1-800-853-1403
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 18, 2012
Built
Feb 9, 2011 – Dec 20, 2011
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Chrysler’s recall number is M10.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration’s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 12V197 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 12V197?

2011–2012 Chrysler 300 & 2011–2012 Dodge Charger. 119,072 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Chrysler dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-853-1403.