NHTSA Recall 15V222000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V222000; Date: Apr. 15, 2015
If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Dodge Viper Coupe; 2006 Jeep Liberty; 2006 Jeep Wrangler
Component: Power Train:clutch Assembly:pedal/linkage
Manufactured by: Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
Affected Units:: 43,939
Recall Summary:
Chrysler (fca us LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge viper and Jeep wrangler and liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
How to Fix:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is r13.
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: Aug 31, 2015
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