NHTSA Recall 13V610000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V610000; Date: Dec. 6, 2013
The transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'park'.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Chrysler 300; 2013 Dodge Charger; 2013 RAM 1500
Component: Power Train:automatic Transmission
Manufactured by: Chrysler Group Llc
Affected Units:: 4,194
Recall Summary:
Chrysler group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 300 awd, Dodge charger awd, and Dodge ram 1500 4x4 vehicles equipped with zf all wheel drive ("awd") 8hp45 transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission output shaft may fracture.
How to Fix:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmissions, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is n65.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 31, 2014
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