DODGE CHALLENGER 2013: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V103000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| DODGE | CHALLENGER | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-03-22 | 2013-03-21 | 2013-03-21 |
Production Dates: 2012-12-03 - 2013-01-24
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: N18
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 4051
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery positive cable at the starter motor may experience an electrical short circuit to ground.
A short circuit could lead to a vehicle fire.
Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact their dealers. Chrysler Group further advises affected owners not to park their vehicles in, or near, any structures. Dealers will replace the under hood starter cable assembly, free of charge. The recall notification began on March 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Chrysler's recall campaign number is N18.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.
