CHRYSLER 200 2013: ENGINE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V552000

Make Model Year
CHRYSLER 200 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2013-12-24 2013-11-06 2013-11-13

Production Dates: 2012-10-30 - 2012-11-02

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: N52

Component: ENGINE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 521

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

If the engine stalls while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

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.