CHRYSLER 300 2016: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V097000

Make Model Year
CHRYSLER 300 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-04-07 2017-02-14 2017-02-16

Production Dates: 2014-04-01 - 2016-06-30

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: T03

Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 69298

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive "AWD". The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.

Consequence

A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.

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.