DODGE CHALLENGER 2017: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V431000

Make Model Year
DODGE CHALLENGER 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-07-28 2017-07-07 2017-07-10

Production Dates: 2016-03-22 - 2017-05-23

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: T41

Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 7802

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US LLC" is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 5.7L V8 engines and eight-speed automatic transmissions. The transmission may not remain in the PARK position if that gear is selected, the engine is still running, and the driver exits the vehicle exited.

Consequence

If the vehicle is exited without the transmission remaining in the PARK position and without the parking brake set, the vehicle may roll, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission control module software, free of charge. The recall began 28, 2017. Owners may the Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T41.

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.