Chrysler and Dodge Vehicle Safety Updates

Chrysler is recalling 1,160 model year 2021-2022 Pacificas model year and 2021 Voyagers.

The second-row seat-to-floor mounting latch may bind and stick open, preventing the seat from properly securing to the floor.

An unsecured seat increases the risk of injury in a crash.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and -- if necessary -- replace the second-row seat cushion frame free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 13, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z22.

Chrysler is recalling 53 Mopar steering rack and pinion electric gear assemblies with part numbers 68498478AA, 68499163AA, and 68499166AA.

The steering gear rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened during manufacturing, possibly allowing it to bind within the steering rack and resulting in difficulty steering or a loss of steering control.

Difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace or repurchase the steering gear assembly free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 3, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 852-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z26.

Chrysler is recalling 931 model year 2021-2022 Dodge Durangos and model year 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokees.

The steering gear rack bar may have been insufficiently hardened during manufacturing, possibly allowing it to bind within the steering rack and resulting in difficulty steering or a loss of steering control.

Difficulty steering, or a loss of steering control, can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the steering gear assembly free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 3, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 852-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z18.

Chrysler is recalling 1,451 Mopar Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Control Modules.

The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions.

An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will update the software, repurchase the product, or replace the ABS control modules free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on April 29, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z25.

Chrysler is recalling 370,437 model year 2019-2022 Ram 2500s, model year 2021-2022 Dodge Durangos, and model year 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs.

The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions.

An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will update the ABS control module software free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on April 29, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z20.

Chrysler is recalling 16,741 model year 2017-2018 Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles.

A fire can occur when the vehicle is parked, even with the ignition in the "Off" position, posing a fire hazard and risk of injury to people and property.

What to do

Owners are advised not to recharge their vehicles and to park outside and away from structures until they are repaired.

Letters notifying owners of the safety risk will be mailed once a remedy is available.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z11.

Chrysler is recalling 171,789 model year 2019-2020 Ram 2500 & Ram 3500 trucks, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, 5500 Cab Chassis, and 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs.

The windshield wiper arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to function improperly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.

Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will tighten the wiper nuts free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on March 18, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z08.

Chrysler is recalling 132 model year 2021-2022 Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and model year 2021 Ram 1500 Classic pickup trucks.

The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) assemblies may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in an improper air bag deployment.

An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the SABIC assemblies free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on January 13, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y99.

Chrysler is recalling 346 Mopar Trailer Reverse Steering Control Modules (TRSCM) with part numbers 68423566AE and 68423566AF.

The TRSCM may prevent the rearview image from displaying.

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will repurchase the TRSCMs.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on January 12, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y85.

Chrysler is recalling 38,157 model year 2021 Ram 1500 pickup trucks.

The Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying.

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

A remedy for this issue is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on January 12, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y80.

Chrysler is recalling 22 model year 2022 Ram 1500 pickup trucks.

The vehicles may have been built with incompatible heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC), resulting in the windshield defrosting and defogging system being inoperable to drivers.

An inoperable defrosting and defogging system can reduce visibility for drivers in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will repurchase the affected vehicles. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on December 30, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y88.

Chrysler is recalling 1,622 model year 2019 Fiat 124 Spiders.

The impeller inside the fuel pump may be deformed, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.

Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the fuel pump free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on January 1, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y92.

Chrysler is recalling 11,419 model year 2020-2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvios and Giulias.

The fuel line sensor housing may crack and leak fuel.

A fuel leak may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. It also increases the risk of fire in the presence of an ignition source.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel line sensor housing -- as necessary -- free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on January 1, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y91.

Chrysler is recalling 4,132 Mopar High Pressure Fuel Pumps and Mopar 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel Engines.

A full list of the recalled part numbers may be found here.

The High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) may fail, resulting in a sudden engine stall without warning that could increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will repurchase the affected high-pressure fuel pumps and engines.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on January 1, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y87.

Chrysler is recalling 222,410 model year 2019-2020 Ram 2500, &3500 pickup trucks, and Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines.

The High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) may fail, resulting in a sudden engine stall without warning that increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the HPFP, update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, and inspect and replace additional fuel system components -- as necessary -- free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on January 1, 2022.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y78.

Chrysler is recalling 4,837 model year 2021 Dodge Durangos.

The rear spoiler may not be aligned properly with the roof, resulting in damage to the spoiler during liftgate use.

A damaged rear spoiler could detach and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the rear spoiler -- as necessary -- free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on December 17, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y73.

Chrysler is recalling 185 model year 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulias.

The vehicles may have tires that have a lesser load rating than intended for the vehicle.

Incorrect tires can result in the operator overloading the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the tires and update the owner's manual with the correct load rating free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on December 22, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y83.

Chrysler is recalling 131,177 vehicles due to an electrical short in the relay that could cause them to catch on fire, regardless of whether the ignition is on or off. 

The recall covers 2021-2022 Ram 3500, 2500 pickup trucks, and Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines. Officials say a remedy for the issue is currently under development. 

What to do

Vehicle owners are being advised to park their vehicles outside and away from any structures or vehicles until the electrical short problem can be addressed. This will lower the risk of the vehicles causing more damage if they do catch on fire.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on Dec. 3, 2021.

Consumers can contact FCA US, LLC -- Chrysler’s parent company -- at 1-800-853-1403 for more information. 

Chrysler is recalling 23,853 model year 2019-2021 Ram ProMaster City vans.

If one or both turn signal lights fail, the flashing rate may not change to warn the driver of the failure.

The driver may be unaware that the turn signals are not signaling their intentions to other drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will update the Body Controller Module (BCM) software free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 10, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y71.

Chrysler is recalling 8,379 model year 2021 Ram ProMaster City and Ram ProMaster vehicles.

The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors -- as necessary -- free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 29, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853- 1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y61.

Chrysler is recalling 135 model year 2021 Dodge Challengers.

The recalled vehicles do not illuminate their safety system status indicators sufficiently in both daylight and nighttime driving conditions.

Without visible safety system indicators, a driver may not receive information regarding vehicle safety, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

What to do

Dealers will re-program instrument clusters with the correct software version free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 15, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-140. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y58.

Chrysler is recalling 14,410 model year 2020 Jeep Wranglers with the 2.0 Liter engine.

A cracked fuel supply line connector may leak fuel into the engine compartment.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of fire.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel supply line -- as needed -- free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 15, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-140. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y10.

Chrysler is recalling 212,373 model year 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classics, model year 2015-2016 Ram 3500s & Ram 2500s and model year2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs.

The side airbag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace -- as necessary -- the SABIC assemblies free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 1, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y55.

Chrysler is recalling 2,247 Mopar right and left-side Crew Cab, Quad Cab, Mega Cab, and Standard Cab side airbag inflatable curtains (SABIC) sold as replacement parts.

The SABIC inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled towards a person, or into a vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace -- as necessary -- the SABIC assemblies free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 1, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y56.

Chrysler is recalling 21,258 model year 2020-2021 Dodge Challengers & Chargers, and Chrysler 300s.

The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle during manufacturing, allowing it to detach in a crash.

A windshield that separates from the vehicle in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

What to do

Dealers will remove and replace the front windshield urethane sealant free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 27, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y47.

Chrysler is recalling 14,096 model year 2021 Ram 1500s with a trailer reverse steering module (TRSCM).

The rearview camera image may not display.

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

What to do

Dealers will update the TRSCM software free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 30, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y30.

Chrysler is recalling 32,002 model year 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis vehicles with a Cummins 6.7L High Output engine.

The engine calibration software may not warn about low oil volume.

Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Dealers will update the engine calibration software free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 30, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y21.

Chrysler is recalling 447,985 model year 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles.

Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

What to do

Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.

Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them -- if necessary -- free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 16, 2021. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403.

Chrysler's numbers for this recall are Y26 and Y36.

Chrysler is recalling nine model year 2019-2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvios and model year 2020-2021 Alfa Romeo Giulias.

Hard braking may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) rotor shaft to separate, a reduction of braking assist, and a loss of ABS.

The loss of braking assistance and ABS functionality can reduce overall braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will replace the ABS HCU free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403.

Chrysler is recalling 2,721 model year 2020-2021 Dodge Durangos. The side airbag inflatable curtain fastener may be loose or missing.

A loose or missing fastener may cause the side curtain airbag to deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

Dealers will tighten or replace the fastener free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin June 11, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y16.

Chrysler is recalling 1,222 model year 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvios.

An improperly crimped clamp may allow the side curtain airbag cushion and inflator to separate, causing an incomplete deployment or preventing the deployment of the airbag.

An incomplete or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag increases the risk of injury in a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sideair bag inflatable curtain assembly free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin May 19, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y15.

Chrysler is recalling model year 2021 Ram 2500, 3500, and 3500, 4500 & 5500 Cab Chassis trucks with a Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine.

An electrical short may occur in the Solid State Intake Heater Grid Relay, which could result in a vehicle fire posing an injury risk.

What to do

The remedy is currently under development.

The recall is expected to begin April 30, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y08.

Chrysler is recalling four model year 2020-2021 Ram ProMaster City vans.

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may have internal damage, which could result in a loss of braking performance or autonomous braking functions.

The loss of braking performance or autonomous braking functions can increase the risk of a crash without warning.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin April 28, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403.

Chrysler is recalling 24 model year 2021 Ram 1500 Classic SLT trucks.

Certain vehicles were built without the retaining clip that secures the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal, which can cause the brake pedal to separate from the brake system.

A separated brake pedal can result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they receive instructions on the inspection and any necessary repairs.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install the push rod clip free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin February 15, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Y04.

Fiat Chrysler (FCA) completed its merger with European automaker Peugeot over the weekend and announced the combined company has a new name -- Stellantis.

The move took some automotive experts by surprise since carmakers spend billions of dollars building name recognition for their brand. But others said the move resolves the sticky issue of which company name would come first, as in the case of Fiat Chrysler.

Stellantis is now the world’s fourth-largest automaker. When it finally announced its commitment to merge with Peugeot a year ago, FCA estimated the merged company would sell 8.7 million vehicles annually, with an operating profit margin of around 6.6 percent. 

Both companies said the merger would put the new automaker in a strong financial position that would give it significant flexibility and the budget to carry out strategic plans and invest in new technologies throughout the cycle.

"This is a union of two companies with incredible brands and a skilled and dedicated workforce,” FCA CEO Mike Manley said in December 2019. Both have faced the toughest of times and have emerged as agile, smart, formidable competitors.”

FCA was created by the merger of Chrysler, one of the “big three” U.S. automakers, and Italian carmaker Fiat. Chrysler was founded in 1925 and struggled through the 1970s. However, it enjoyed a rebirth in the 1980s under the leadership of CEO Lee Iacocca. 

Will stick with 14 brands

Executives at the combined company said Stellantis will continue to operate 14 current brands, seven from each company. However, it’s unclear which models will make the cut and which ones will go the way of the Studebaker. 

In Car and Driver’s recent list of the best-selling vehicles in America, only three FCA models were in the top 25 -- the Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Ram pickup.

Meanwhile, The Wall Street Journal suggests the Stellantis brand for an automaker may take some getting used to. It quotes several automotive writers who panned the name selection, saying Stellantis sounds more like a prescription medication. 

One headline announcing the name change carried the headline, “Take two Stellantis and call me in the morning.”

On Monday morning, shareholders of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and France’s PSA -- parent company of Peugeot, Citroen and Opelar -- approved a merger of the two companies. 

The $58 million tie-up will create the fourth-largest automaker in the world, behind Volkswagen, Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi, and Toyota. The combined company will go by the name Stellantis. 

Officials have said the merger will yield billions in annual savings and speed up the development of electric and autonomous vehicles. The deal is expected to wrap up by mid-January. 

“We can approve the merger of Fiat Chrysler and Peugeot SA because their commitments will facilitate entry and expansion in the market for small commercial vans,” European Commission Vice President Margrethe Vestager said in a December press release.

‘Together we will be stronger’

PSA has been looking for a partner for the past decade, and Fiat-Chrysler is reportedly seeking to boost its presence in China, where PSA has a strong presence. The merger won approval from 99.15 percent of FCA shareholders and 99.85 percent of PSA investors, according to results from the online vote.

“Stellantis will be a sort of conglomerate of brands, some great and some not so good and most very regional,” said Jefferies analyst Philippe Houchois. “The merger will be a good opportunity for a reset.” 

Those heading up the combined group said it will be better positioned to face the challenges spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, one of which was last year’s double digit drop in global car sales. The deal will also supposedly help the group keep up with the shift to more technologically advanced vehicles. 

“We are aware of the fact that together we will be stronger than individually,” Carlos Tavares, the PSA chief tapped to lead the combined group, told shareholders on Monday.

Chrysler is recalling eight model year 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulias.

The rear brake discs may fracture during vehicle operation.

A rear brake disc fracture may result in a reduction of braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake discs free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin January 7, 2021.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W86.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 698 model year 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitudes and Cherokee Limiteds.

One or both of the front lower control arms may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.

A front lower control arm fracture while the vehicle is being driven may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they have been inspected and repaired if needed.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front lower control arms and replace them -- as necessary -- free of charge.

The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W81.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 19,075 model year 2020 Ram 2500s and 1500s.

The driver side mirror glass can detach from the backing plate and no longer provide a reflective surface.

A missing driver side mirror glass reduces visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side mirror glass free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin November 27, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W70.

Chrysler is recalling 4,768 Mopar Outside Foldaway Heated Power Left Mirrors, part number 68147863AS and Mirror Replacement Glass, part number 68050299AA.

The driver side mirror glass can detach from the backing plate and no longer provide a reflective surface.

A missing driver side mirror glass reduces visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side mirror or -- if already installed -- replace the glass free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin November 27, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W71.

Chrysler is recalling 2,114 model year 2019 Jeep Wranglers and Ram 2500s, model year 2019-2020 Ram 1500s, and model year 2020 Jeep Gladiators.

The front seat belt retractors may not lock as intended during a crash.

Failure of the front seat belts to lock in a crash increases the risk of injury.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin November 13, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67.

Chrysler is recalling 32,318 model year 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis built with a Cummins 6.7L High Output engine.

Inadequate warmup protection can cause a lack of oil film on the engine connecting rod bearings while the engine is reaching operating temperature. This can result in engine damage and connecting rod failure, which could potentially puncture the engine block.

A damaged engine block may leak oil, which can contact hot engine or exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the engine calibration software to enhance the engine warm up protection free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin October 16, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W57.

Chrysler is recalling 34,034 Mopar All-Weather Floor Mat Kits (Crew - Big/Horn/Laramie, and Crew - Laramie with product numbers 82215320AB, 82215320AC, 82215321AB, 82215321AC, 82215322AB, 82215323AB, 82215322AC, 82215323AC, 82215421AB, 82215421AC, 82215422AB, and 82215422AC).

The mats were sold as accessory equipment in 2018, 2019 and 2020 for use in model year 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles with adjustable pedals.

In certain accelerator pedal positions, the floormats may prevent the pedal from returning to the normal resting (idle) position.

A pedal that does not return as expected may affect the vehicle's deceleration, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will modify the driver's floormat to remove the potential for pedal interference free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin October 16, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W64.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 160,229 model year 2019-2020 Ram 1500s with adjustable pedals.

In certain accelerator pedal positions, the floormats may prevent the pedal from returning to the normal resting (idle) position.

A pedal that does not return as expected may affect the vehicle's deceleration, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will modify the driver's floormat to remove the potential for pedal interference free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin October 16, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W63.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 58,016 model year 2014-2018 Ram 1500s, and model year 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokees equipped with 3.0L diesel engines.

The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing.

This could result in an engine stall, posing the risk of a crash..

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin October 2, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at (800) 853-2002. Chrysler's number for this recall is W58.

Chrysler is recalling 925,239 model year 2008-2010 Chrysler Town and Country, and Dodge Grand Caravan and model year 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro vehicles.

The vehicles may have a loose or missing brand emblem in the center of the steering wheel. The loose emblem or the securing nuts for the emblem within the driver airbag module may become projectiles in the event of a driver airbag deployment, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's air bag cover with a redesigned cover free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin August 26, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W09.

Chrysler is recalling 32,972 MOPAR steering 4x4 drag link assemblies (part number 68369907AA), and the associated components: jam nuts (part numbers 06510749AA and 06510750AA), drag link inner (part number 68111304AA), drag link outer (68111301AA), and drag link adjuster (part number 68111302AA).

The parts were sold for replacement use on Heavy Duty Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks.

The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate. The drag link assemblies may have been installed as part of a vehicle repair.

A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.

The drag link assemblies installed during vehicle manufacturing were subject to an earlier recall.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve free of charge.

If an owner bought any of these components at the counter of a dealer and it was not installed, the dealer will reimburse the owner. If the part has been installed, dealers will inspect the jam nut tightness free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin August 14, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W49.

Chrysler is recalling 114 model year 2020 Ram Promaster vans and 1500 pickups.

The vehicles may have an improperly crimped diffuser in the side curtain airbag which may result in the diffuser detaching from the inflator in the event of an airbag deployment.

If the diffuser detaches from the inflator during airbag deployment, the airbag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag assemblies free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin August 14, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W52.

Chrysler is recalling 2,669 Two-Speed Power Transfer Units (PTU) sold as replacement parts for certain Jeep Cherokees, part numbers 68090605AJ, 68090605AK, 68090605AL, 68282447AA, 68282447AB, 68282447AC, 68307403AA and 68307403AB.

Relative movement in the PTU between the differential input splines and the transmission output shaft may cause some input spline teeth to wear off, which may eventually cause a loss of engagement between the transmission and the differential inside the PTU.

If this occurs, power cannot be transferred between the front wheels and the transmission which results in a loss of drive while the vehicle is in motion and a loss of the Park function while stationary.

A loss of drive can cause a vehicle crash. A loss of the Park function can cause unintended vehicle rollaway which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software update that will maintain vehicle propulsion by engaging rear wheel drive and prevent rolling in Park by activating the electronic parking brake if a failed input spline occurs. If the subject part is not installed in a vehicle, it will be exchanged with a new part. All repairs will be conducted free of charge.

This recall is expected to begin July 31, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W48.

Chrysler is recalling 22,449 model year 2017-2020 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles ("PHEV").

The 12 volt isolator post located behind the driver's seat may develop high resistance.

A high resistance electrical connection may result in the connection overheating, increasing the risk of a fire with the vehicle on or off.

What to do

The recall remedy is currently under development.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will perform an interim inspection of this joint. If the inspection indicates the joint is compromised, owners will receive a loaner vehicle, until a final remedy is developed.

Interim notifications are expected to begin around June 22, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W46.

Vantage Mobility International is recalling122 Vantage-modified model year 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravans.

The fuel pump gasket may deteriorate, allowing fuel to leak.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

What to do

Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket free of charge.

The recall began May 19, 2020.

Owners may contact Vantage customer service at (800) 488-9082.

Chrysler is recalling 37,580 model year 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 pick-up trucks with an accessory bed step.

In certain side loading conditions, the bed step may unexpectedly fail while in use.

A bed step that unexpectedly fails while in use increases the risk of injury to the user.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bed step support brace free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin May 29, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are W24 and W44.

Chrysler is recalling 425,588 model year 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles.

The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to not operate properly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.

Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owner, and dealers will tighten the wiper nuts free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin May 29, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W25.

Chrysler is recalling 318,537 model year 2020 Jeep Gladiators & Cherokees, model year 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 2500, & 3500 Pickups, Chrysler Pacificas, Dodge Durangos, Jeep Grand Cherokees, Wranglers & Renegades, and model year 2019 Dodge Challengers with 8.4" or 12" radio displays.

A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse.

The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio display software free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin May 22, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 151 model year 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokees and Dodge Durangos.

The front differential may have been assembled with pinion gears that are insufficiently hardened, which can lead to the gear teeth wearing down.

If both pinion gears have their teeth sufficiently worn off, torque power can not be transferred from the front wheels to the driveline, resulting in loss of power while while the vehicle is being driven, and loss of the PARK function when stationary.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front differential free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin May 15, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W22.

Chrysler is recalling 11 model year 2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks with four-wheel drive.

A gear within the transfer case may not have been installed correctly, possibly causing the vehicle to become stuck in neutral. If this occurs while the vehicle is being driven, there could be a sudden loss of power. Additionally, a loss of 'PARK' function may occur.

A sudden loss of power or a loss of 'PARK' function may increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer case free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin April 3, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W06.

Chrysler is recalling 84,202 model year 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and 3500 Pickups equipped with six-speed automatic (68RFE) transmissions.

A build up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.

Leaking transmission fluid may contact the turbocharger or another ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission valve body separator plate and reprogram the powertrain control module.

The recall is expected to begin March 14, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W03.

Chrysler is recalling 222,207 model year 2014-2019 Ram ProMasters with 6L engines.

The transmission shifter cable may separate and disconnect from the transmission, causing the vehicle to not perform shifts intended by the driver and the gear shift lever position not matching the actual transmission gear.

The driver may be unaware of the actual gear position and unintended vehicle movement can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission shift cable free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin March 13, 2020.

Owners may contact Ram Trucks at (866) 726-4636. Chrysler's number for this recall is W00.

Chrysler is recalling 1,352 model year 2020 Jeep Renegades and Fiat 500Xs.

The right rear brake caliper could have been fractured during the casting process.

A cracked right rear brake caliper can fail, reducing braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the right rear brake calipers -- as necessary -- free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin February 7, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE8.

Chrysler is recalling 34 model year 2019 Ram 1500 trucks.

An incorrect Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor could have been installed during production causing the sensor to not display the low tire pressure warning indicator.

Without a warning indicator, the driver may be unaware if low tire pressure occurs, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TPMS sensor free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin January 31, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE1.

Chrysler is recalling 3,329 model year 2005-2006 Dodge Vipers.

The Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module may inadvertently deploy the airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners.

The unexpected deployment of the airbags and/or seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury and a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC module free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin January 31, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE4.

Chrysler is recalling 20,441 model year 2018-2019 Pacificas equipped with an 8.4 inch radio display, 360 degree surround view camera system, and seat back video screens.

A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed on the radio after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse.

The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin January 31, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE2.

Chrysler is recalling 15 Mopar steering rack and pinion electric gear assemblies for Ram 1500 trucks (part number 68419897AB) sold as service replacement parts.

The electric power steering (EPS) gears may contain a contaminated circuit card assembly that can short circuit.

A short circuit can cause an intermittent loss of power steering assist, requiring an inconsistent steering effort to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS gear assembly, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin January 3, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB9.

is recalling 193 model year 2019 Ram 1500 trucks.

The vehicles may have been built with a contaminated electric power steering (EPS) gear that may short circuit, potentially resulting in an intermittent loss of power steering assist.

An intermittent loss of power steering assist may cause an inconsistent steering effort, especially during lower speed maneuvers, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS gear assembly free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin January 3, 2020.

Owners may contact customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB8.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 51,788 model year 2012-2013 Fiat 500s with 6-speed automatic transmissions.

The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the cable to detach from the transmission.

If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the transmission may not shift into the gear selected by the driver. Additionally, despite selecting PARK with the shifter, the vehicle may roll away.

These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable adjuster free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin January 4, 2020.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB4.

Chrysler is recalling 99,128 model year 2015-2018 Ram ProMasters with 3.0L diesel or 3.6L gasoline engines and air conditioning.

The engine cooling fan may seize which can cause the cooling fan motor to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

The remedy for this recall is still under development.

Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk are scheduled to begin mailing on or before January 4, 2020. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB2.

Chrysler is recalling 528,594 model year 2011-2013 Dodge Durangos and Jeep Grand Cherokees equipped with a 3.6, 5.7, or 6.4 liter engine.

The fuel pump relay inside the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM-7) may fail, causing the vehicle to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The remedy for this recall is still under development.

Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk will be mailed beginning January 3, 2020. Vehicles that experience a fuel pump failure will receive an interim repair.

Owners will receive a second notice when the final remedy becomes available.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V62.

Chrysler is recalling 30,354 model year 2019 Dodge Grand Caravans.

The welds on the outboard rear seat strikers for the second row bench and second row bucket seats may fail during a front impact crash. The front outboard seat strikers for the third row bench seats may fail in the event of a rear impact crash.

In addition, the second row bench and bucket seats may not withstand the required loads.

If the seat strikers fail, the seat or seat belt may not adequately restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will weld in a striker reinforcement bracket on the second and third row outboard seat strikers free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin December 13, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V91.

Chrysler is recalling 173 model year 2019 Dodge Challengers and Chargers.

An incompatible front wheel and brake package was installed and may allow the front tire to contact the steering knuckle, causing tire damage.

A damaged tire can suddenly lose air pressure and increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front wheels and inspect and replace the front tires, as necessary. Dealers also will inspect the wheel alignment, adjusting it if necessary. The repairs will be performed free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin December 13, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB0.

Chrysler is recalling 107,979 model year 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines.

The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.

Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.

What to do

The remedy for this recall is still under development.

The recall is expected to begin December 13, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 26 Mopar replacement passenger airbag modules, part number 68335088AA.

The airbag modules did not complete developmental testing.

A passenger airbag module that has not completed developmental testing may not perform as designed when deployed in a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of an injury.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect passenger airbag modules with passenger airbag modules that have completed validation testing free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin November 1, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403.Chrysler's number for this recall is VA4.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 5,495 model year 2019 Ram 2500, 3500 and 3500 Cab Chassis trucks.

The brake calipers may have been manufactured with an incorrect assembly fluid, which can cause the caliper's rubber seals to swell.

The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag and potentially overheat, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses and bleed the brakes free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin October 18, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V98.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 1,103,479 model year 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate.

Also being recalled are all model year 2013-2014 and model year 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate.

Model year 2015-2017 Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under an earlier recall.

The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while the vehicle is being driven.

If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch free of charge.

The recall began May 23, 2019.

Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V44.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 27 model year 2019 Ram 1500 trucks.

The spare tire provided may differ in size and required inflation pressure from the information on the tire placard label.

If referencing the tire placard label, the driver may incorrectly inflate the spare tire, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect size spare tire with the correct size spare tire free of charge.

The recall began June 27, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V67.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 295,981 model year 2019-2020 Ram 1500 trucks.

The flash memory of the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may become corrupted, disabling the vehicle's airbags and seat belt pretensioners.

Disabled airbags and seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ORC or replace it as necessary, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin July 20, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. Chrsyler's numbers for this recall are V61 and V71.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 10,160 model year 2018-2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks.

The rear driveshaft may have an incomplete weld fusion between the tube and tube yoke, which may lead to weld cracking or the driveshaft fracturing.

A fractured rear driveshaft could detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, or it may result in a loss of drive power, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear driveshaft free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin June 15, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The Chrysler recall number is V48.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 410,351 model year 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 & 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot truck bed and a power locking tailgate.

In addition, all model year 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018, equipped with a power locking tailgate are being recalled.

The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while the vehicle is being driven.

If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin June 28, 2019.

Owners may contact FCA US customer service at (800) 853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 198,731 model year 2017-2019 Pacificas equipped with engine stop/start systems.

A loose battery ground connection may result in an intermittent loss of power steering assist and/or a stall.

A loss of power steering assist or a stall can increase the risk of crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery ground surfaces, clean the contact surfaces as needed, and properly reassemble the ground connection free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin June 28, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at (800) 853-1403. FCA US' number for this recall is V53.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 1,097 model year 2019 Dodge Charger vehicles.

The driver and passenger sun visors may lack the required air bag warning information.

Failure to provide the air bag warning information could increase the risk of injury.

What to do

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger sun visors, free of charge.

The recall began April 17, 2019. Owners may contact customer service at (800) 853-1403.

Chrysler's number for this recall is V35.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 25,004 model year 2019 Jeep Renegades and Fiat 500Xs.

Incorrect software may cause the occupant restraint controller (ORC) module to disable certain passive safety features, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC module software free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin May 30, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V42.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 298,439 model year 2013-2016 Dodge Darts with 6-speed automatic transmissions.

The shifter cable bushing may fail allowing the cable to detach from the transmission.

If the shifter cable detaches from the transmission, the vehicle may not perform the shifts performed by the driver.

Additionally, despite selecting PARK with the shifter, the vehicle may roll away. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission side shifter cable bushing free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin on May 31, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V34.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 7,929 model year 2019 Dodge Challengers, Chargers and Chrysler 300s.

The instrument cluster may not illuminate driver warnings properly

Failure of the instrument cluster to properly illuminate may prevent the driver from receiving warnings about the vehicle's systems, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge.

The recall began April 8, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V32.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 52 model year 2019 Jeep Wranglers and Ram 1500s.

The vehicles have improperly machined steering column stub shafts that may break, possibly causing the steering wheel to detach from the steering column.

If the steering wheel detaches from the steering column, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column, replacing it, as necessary, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin May 3, 2019.

Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V29.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 33 model year 2019 Ram 1500s equipped with a 48v auxiliary battery system located behind the rear seat (sales code: XBZ).

Due to an incorrect assembly repair process, the auxiliary battery wire terminal connection may overheat.

If the auxiliary battery system overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire within the cabin even if the ignition is off.

What to do

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the auxiliary battery fasteners free of charge.

The recall began March 15, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The Chrysler number for this recall is V17.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 47,771 model year 2018 Chrysler Pacificas and Pacifica hybrids.

The right front lower control arm may separate from the steering knuckle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the right front knuckle and lower control arm for damage, replacing the components as necessary.

The right front lower control arm knuckle pinch bolt will be replaced with a larger-diameter pinch bolt free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin April 19, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V15.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 8,933 model year 2017-2019 Fiat Spider 124s equipped with automatic transmissions.

Due to incorrect programming of the Transmission Control Module (TCM), certain conditions may cause the vehicle to downshift unexpectedly and decelerate abruptly, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the TCM software, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin March 27, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V20.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 15 model year 2019 RAM 1500s equipped with a 12-inch touchscreen display and a base-level heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.

Vehicles with this combination do not have a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system, which may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repurchase the affected vehicles.

The recall is expected to begin on March 15, 2019.

Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V12.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 159,740 model year 2019 Ram 1500 trucks.

The battery ground fastener on the driver-side front fender may have been improperly secured, possibly resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

A loss of power steering could vary the steering effort required, possibly causing vehicle oversteer or understeer, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the ground fastener, free of charge.

The recall began on February 11, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V04.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 193,813 model year 2019 Ram 1500 trucks with adjustable pedals.

The vehicles have a brake pedal that may move too far and separate from pedal assembly. This condition could prevent the driver from braking the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the adjustable pedal assembly, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin on March 27, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V07.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling an estimated 573,876 heavy-duty trucks in the U.S.

A specific steering-linkage configuration on certain vehicles may separate over time, resulting in a loss of steering.

The company says it is aware of one potentially related injury and eight potentially related accidents.

The recall includes model-year 2013-2017 Ram 3500 pickups and model-year 2014-2017 Ram 2500 pickups and 3500 chassis cabs.

In addition, an estimated 62,734 vehicles in Canada, 17,682 in Mexico and 5,837 in certain markets outside the NAFTA region may be recalled.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners when they may schedule service.

Owners with questions or concerns may call Chrysler at (800) 853-1403, or go online at recalls.mopar.com to determine if their vehicles are being recalled.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 23 model year 2019 RAM 1500 trucks.

The seat track position sensor on the manually-adjusted passenger seats may come loose and out of position, preventing the sensor from detecting if the seat is in the full-forward position.

If the sensor cannot identify that the seat is in the full-forward position and adjust the frontal airbag deployment accordingly, there would be an increased the risk of a injury in the event of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will inspect the passenger seat track position sensor bracket, replacing it as necessary, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin January 9, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB7.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 6,136 model year 2017-2018 Alfa Romeo Giulias equipped with GME 280HP engines and All Wheel Drive.

The brake fluid line may contact a coolant hose clamp, possibly causing brake fluid to leak onto the exhaust and increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket on the brake fluid line to prevent contact with the coolant hose clamp. If damage is found on the brake line, it will be replaced, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin January 15, 2019.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB9.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 10,021 model year 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV).

After the vehicle has been operating in PHEV propulsion mode, the gas-fueled engine may not restart properly resulting in unburned fuel entering the exhaust catalyst.

The improperly started engine could result in a loss of motive power increasing the risk of a crash or the unburned fuel in the catalyst may ignite increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain controller module software, and inspect and replace the catalytic converter as necessary, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin December 8, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U94.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 674 model year 2018-2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglios.

The engine cooling hose may have inadequate webbing material allowing a coolant leak.

A loss of coolant can cause the engine to overheat and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant hose, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin November 3, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U99.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 4,171 model year 2018-2019 RAM 1500 trucks.

The rear differential may have been insufficiently filled, possibly resulting in its failure.

Rear axle assembly failure can cause a loss of drive or the rear wheels to lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle oil level. Rear axles with an insufficient amount of oil will be replaced, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin October 12, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U88.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 12,779 model year 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 & Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger& Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, model year 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country vehicles, and model year 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee & Chrysler Pacifica vehicles.

The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin September 28, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 154,335 model year 2018-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan and Jeep Compass, model year 2018 Dodge Journey, and model year model year 2019 Jeep Cherokee vehicles.

The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin September 28, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U86.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 61 model year 2018 Chrysler Pacificas.

The front axle halfshafts may have been incorrectly assembled, preventing the shaft from being properly secured to the constant-velocity (CV) joint.

If the axle shaft disengages from the CV joint, the vehicle will have a loss of drive or allow the vehicle to move while in the "Park" position. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left or right halfshaft assembly, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin September 14, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U80.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling five model year 2019 Jeep Cherokees and model year 2018 Chrysler Pacifica non-hybrids.

A component in the transmission may not have been welded properly, possibly causing the transmission to not transmit engine power to the wheels.

If the transmission weld fails, the vehicle will stop moving, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin September 14, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U85.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 1,149,237 model year 2015-2017 RAM 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with a power locking tailgate and either a 5-foot, 7-inch or 6-foot, 4-inch bed.

The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while while the vehicle is being driven

If the tailgate latch releases and the tailgate opens while the vehicle is moving cargo could fall out, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicle, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin September 14, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U74.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 1,930 Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA.

A defect in the PCMs could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.

If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin August 31, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are U82 and U83.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 1,837 model year 2018 Dodge Journeys and RAM 1500s, 2500s and 3500s.

The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up, increasing the increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin August 3, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U56.

Only a few years ago, Fiat-Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne was decisively against entering into the electric vehicle market. When the company released its first all-electric model, he publicly expressed his hope that few consumers would buy the vehicle, as the company lost over $10,000 on each one.

However, Marchionne has changed his tune since then, as he recently unveiled the company’s five-year strategy at a meeting in Italy, touting a rather extensive line of electric vehicles.

Not only will all future Fiat models soon be all-electric, both Alfa Romeo and Maserati will offer hybrid or plug-in versions of all future vehicles.

“Everything gets electrified,” said Tim Kuniskis, head of Alfa Romeo and Maserati. “Look at our product portfolio and you see we’re going after Tesla.”

Breaking into the electric market

Regulators in the electric car market have been pushing for cleaner, more energy-efficient vehicles on the roads. To meet these conditions, many luxury brands have released “compliance cars” -- vehicles that may not necessarily meet buyers’ expectations but comply with all regulations. Fiat’s e500 was a compliance car -- the same car Marchionne encouraged consumers not to buy.

However, by introducing electric options in the luxury market, Fiat-Chrysler is hoping to attract consumers with the countless advantages electric models have. According to a report by NBCNews, electric motors “develop maximum wheel-spinning torque the moment they’re turned on.” One of the only constraints is the amount of traction drivers get on their tires.

According to Kuniskis, the electric luxury models will have “a performance advantage.”

Kuniskis also discussed Fiat-Chrysler’s new “performance ladder” strategy. The bottom rung will have models with four-cylinder engines. The higher up the ladder you move, the more powerful the vehicles’ engines are; these include six, eight, and twin-turbo eight engines. The top of the ladder will have electric models, where Kuniskis says there will be “more horsepower and quicker 0 to 60 times.”

What’s to come for Fiat-Chrysler

Over the course of the next few years, Fiat-Chrysler will be releasing a number of new electric vehicles. Of the vehicle lines, Maserati tops the list when it comes to new releases, as it will be adding four new electric vehicles by 2022.

The company will soon be rolling out an all-electric four-door sedan -- very similar to the Tesla Model S -- but an all-electric Alfieri coupe is expected to be released first.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 240,242 model year 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacificas.

The Manual Park Release (MPR) plug may be removed without a tool.

If the MPR is engaged unintentionally, the vehicle could roll away striking and injuring a bystander or cause a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MPR plug, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin August 3, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U50.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 4,846,885 model year 2014-2018 Dodge Journeys, Chargers & Durangos, RAM 2500s, 3500s, 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis vehicles & 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, Jeep Cherokees & Grand Cherokees & Chrysler 300s; model year 2014-2019 RAM 1500s; model year 2015-2018 Dodge Challengers; model year 2015-2017 Chrysler 200s; model year 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles (less than 10,000 lb); model year 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacificas; and model year 2018 Jeep Wranglers.

The vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.

If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin July 6, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 71 model year 2018 Dodge Chargers, Durangos & Challengers, Jeep Grand Cherokees & Wranglers, Chrysler 300s, and RAM 1500s.

An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.

As a result, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 2,761 model year 2018 Jeep Compass vehicles.

The front lower control arms may be incorrectly welded, potentially resulting in a control arm separation, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the front lower control arms, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U42.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 48,990 model year 2018 Jeep Cherokees equipped with a 2.4L engine.

These vehicles may have a fuel tube that may leak fuel into the engine compartment.

A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tube, replacing it as necessary, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin June 20, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U39.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 12,595 model year 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvios.

Water may leak into the wiring connectors for the rear liftgate and the liftgate-opening switch, causing corrosion.

Corrosion at the connectors may cause the liftgate to open unintentionally while moving at speeds of less than three miles per hour, allowing cargo to fall out of the vehicle, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install additional protection against water leaking into the liftgate wiring connectors and switch, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin May 18, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U34.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 12,595 model year 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvios.

Water may leak into the body control module and its connectors, causing corrosion, resulting in illumination of one or more malfunction indicator lamps, a loss of windshield wiper function, a loss of exterior lighting, a loss of horn function and/or unintended turn signal activation.

Electrical malfunctions such as windshield wipers that may not work in the rain and lights that may not work at night increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install additional sealing protection to prevent water from entering the body control module and its connectors.

The recall is expected to begin May 18th, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U36.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 270,254 model year 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia.

Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "T-Slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.

If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak could result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin April 27, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U04.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 1,505 model year 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvios. The software for the wiper motor may incorrectly interpret the wiper motor as overheating, limiting the windshield wipers to operating only at the low-speed setting.

Limited wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wiper motor, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin April 25, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U24.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 17,116 model year 2014 Dodge Challengers, Chargers, Durangos, Chrysler 300s, and Jeep Grand Cherokees equipped with a 3.6L engine and a 160 amp alternator.

The alternator may fail suddenly, causing the vehicle to stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin January 10, 2018.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T75.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 443,712 model year 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole.

The water pumps may leak coolant, which can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 1, 2017.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T51.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling four model year 2017 Dodge Durangos that may have been assembled with rear axle halfshafts that are too short.

If a halfshaft is too short, it may disengage from the differential causing a loss of drive and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace both halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2017.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T55.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 442,214 model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challengers, Dodge Chargers, Chrysler 300s, Dodge Durangos, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokees.

The vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator.

In the recalled vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail, stalling the vehicles without warning, posing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on August 24, 2017. 

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.

Most of the world's carmakers are concentrating on designing safe, efficient models that will evolve over the next decade or so into fully autonomous people-movers that will supposedly enhance safety, save energy, and so forth.

Then there's FCA (Fiat Chrysler), which seems determined to go its own way by building cars that share family characteristics with its more exotic macho marques, like Ferrari, Maserati, and Alfa Romeo.

The latest and rather extreme example is the $86,090 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon. Yes, the price is rather demonic for a Dodge, but this isn't your father's Dodge. The Demon develops 840 horsepower and comes standard with racing slicks.

It also has a launch mode. This is all the rage in muscle-car circles these days (come on, you can't call them sports cars). It basically holds the car in place while you build up the RPMs, enabling you to shoot off the line at outrageous speeds (or spin out into the nearest abutment). 

Wisdom questioned

Many people have expressed concern over FCA's sanity, questioning the wisdom of putting such a potentially destructive weapon into the hands of America's drivers.

It now appears that the doubters include some of FCA's legal team. Enthusiast site Allpar.com this week reported that purchasers of the Demon will be required to sign a notarized form saying that they agree not to drive the car with the racing slicks in wet weather, or when the temperature is below 15 degrees. 

Slicks -- or "drag radials" as they're being called -- don't have any tread to speak off. Ergo, not much traction. Thus the warnings against driving on wet or slipper streets.

The potential for self-destruction remains high, however, even on dry pavement. Some critics have suggested that the launch control include a two-minute delay so that charged-up drivers don't pop into it everytime they see a Corvette or Porsche 911 stopped beside them at a light.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 1,353 model year 2017 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV).

The vehicles have diodes in the Power Inverter Module ("PIM") that may fail due to an overvoltage condition. If the diodes fail, the vehicle will not move under its own power.

A vehicle that suddenly cannot be driven, increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler has not yet finalized its remedy plans for this recall. The recall is expected to begin on July 24, 2017.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T34.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 100 model year 2017 Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). 

The tire placard on the recalled vehicles incorrectly lists the seating capacity as six occupants rather then seven, with a combined weight of 950lbs rather than 1,100lbs. 

As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims." 

The incorrect tire label may cause customer confusion, potentially resulting in vehicle overloading, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace tire placard label, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 28, 2017. 

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T37.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 209,135 model year 2011-2012 Dodge Grand Caravans.

The driver's frontal airbag may deploy unexpectedly if the airbag wiring harness gets chafed within the steering wheel and short circuits, increasing the risk of a crash or driver injury.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag wiring within the steering wheel, replacing it if necessary. A protective cover will also be installed. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 28, 2017.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T33.

Volkswagen's good name has been forever stained by the acrid clouds of infamy that grew out of its dirty diesel scandal. But the West Virginia University researchers who first blew the whistle on VW say Fiat Chrysler diesels are nearly as bad.

The U.S. Justice Department sued Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) last month, saying it was using "defeat device" software similar to that used by VW to cheat on emission tests. 

Now, in a Bloomberg report, the West Virginia University’s Center for Alternative Fuels, Engines and Emissions is adding some detail to the allegations. The WVU researchers aren't accusing FCA of intentionally cheating, but they say that on-road tests of Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs and Ram 1500 pickups revealed nitrogen oxide levels at 3 to 20 times the legal limit. Nitrogen oxide, or NOx, can cause smog and acid rain.

"We saw emissions results in simulated on-road cycles on chassis dynamometers that were much lower than the actual on-road results were, suggesting that the vehicle was controlled in different fashions," said Daniel Carder, director of the center, according to Bloomberg.

FCA didn't comment on the allegations but suggested that the university was being paid by a law firm that is preparing a lawsuit against the company.

Similar accusations have been leveled against General Motors, which has denied them. 

Regardless of how the FCA case is resolved, the continuing allegations about supposedly "clean" diesels are raising questions about whether U.S. consumers will ever accept diesels in cars and small trucks.

VWs forever

Meanwhile, in Brainerd, Minnesota, residents are greeted each day with a former paper mill lot jammed with Volkswagens, thousands of them. Previously known as the home of mythical lumberman Paul Bunyan, Brainerd now is the temporary (or so the locals hope) home of endless rows of recalled VWs that are awaiting repairs and a possible return to America's roadways.

VW is still negotiating with federal and state regulators, trying to find a fix for the cars that it bought back from consumers. If a fix is finally agreed to, the cars will be modified and will likely find their way onto used car lots.

But until then, they've made Brainerd the VW capital of America. Residents say it's not too bad now but as the cars age, they'll become an eyesore.

"I can only hope that they resolve or figure out what they're going to do with these cars sooner than later," Julie Kletscher told Minnesota Public Radio. "Because I can't imagine what that's going to look like in 10 years if it sits there that long. We'll have ourselves an old junk shop across the road." 

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 1,021,279 model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 trucks.

Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault occurs, the rollover side curtain airbag and the seat belt pretensioner will be disabled from deploying.

If the rollover side curtain airbags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety systems.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 23, 2017.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T25.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 30 model year 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks.

The differential pin retaining screw may come loose during driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up.

A broken or locked up differential may result in a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 7, 2017.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T20

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 278 model year 2017 Fiat 500X vehicles.

When the vehicle has a tire with low tire pressure, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not illuminate.

As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

Driving a vehicle with an underinflated tire may result in tire failure and increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 21, 2017.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T16.

Federal agencies are investigating whether Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) diesel-powered vehicles may emit excessive emissions, the company revealed in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing Tuesday.

The company said in the filing that it has "received various inquiries, subpoenas and requests for information from a number of governmental authorities, including the U.S. Department of Justice, the SEC and several states’ attorneys general. We are investigating these matters and we intend to cooperate with all valid governmental requests." 

On Jan. 12, the company had said the Justice Department was investigating the matter, but FCA CEO Sergio Marchionne called allegations that FCA might be using software defeat devices similar to those used by Volkswagen "unadulterated hogwash," according to an Automotive News report.

Volkswagen has agreed to pay $4.3 billion in fines to various U.S. agencies as well as conducting a recall and buyback program that is expected to push the total cost in the U.S. and Canada beyond $23 billion.

No wrongdoing

Marchionne said there has been no wrongdoing and the company has never tried to create software that would cheat emissions tests by reducing emissions when it senses that the vehicle is in test mode.

The company conceded in January that the Justice Department was looking into the allegations, reportedly after getting a referral from the Environmental Protection Agency in July. But the involvement of the SEC and the state attorneys general has not previously been disclosed.

In January, the EPA said the maximum possible fine against FCA could be $4.6 billion.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 43,071 model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016.

The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall. If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 27, 2017.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.

A class action lawsuit charges that FCA (Chrysler) and diesel engine manufacturer Cummins Inc. deceived consumers and regulators by concealing the high levels of diesel emissions produced by 2500 and 3500 Dodge RAM diesel trucks.

“The sheer level of fraud and concealment between Chrysler and Cummins is unconscionable, and we believe we have uncovered a deeply entrenched scheme,” said Steve Berman, managing partner of Hagens Berman, the law firm representing truck owners. “Chrysler and Cummins spent years lying through their teeth and making empty promises to deliver the cleanest trucks on the market – lip service to deceptively dominate what they saw as a profitable market.”

The lawsuit charges that the companies intentionally misled truck buyers about the emission levels of the trucks, knowingly profiting from the allegedly dirty diesels and fraudulently getting emissions credits from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that it then used to produce more high-polluting vehicles.

According to the report, the affected Cummins diesel engines conceal true emissions output, causing the catalytic converter to wear out more quickly, resulting in the vehicle burning fuel at a higher rate, and often requiring customers to replace the converter after the warranty has expired at a cost of approximately $3,000-$5,000.

Affected models

Affected Vehicles include the following models that are equipped with Cummins diesel engines: 2007-2010 Dodge RAM 2500 (2WD, 4WD), 2011-2012 Dodge RAM 2500 (non-SCR systems, 2WD, 4WD), 2007-2010 Dodge RAM 3500 (2WD, 4WD) and 2011-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 (non-SCR systems, 2WD, 4WD). 

“The two companies touted value to consumers in their marketing,” Berman added. “Was it valuable to consumers to force them to pay $3,000 to $5,000 for needless repairs of worn-out parts? Did it give consumers value to publicly lie to sell hundreds of thousands of noncompliant, polluting vehicles?”

The lawsuit, filed Nov. 14, 2016, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan seeks reimbursement for a proposed nationwide class of consumers who purchased the affected trucks, as well as putative damages for the defendants’ unlawful behavior, according to the suit.

The DPF

The issue centers around the sophisticaed nitrogen oxide (NOx) adsorber technology used in the RAM trucks with 6.7-liter diesel engines, which Chrysler and Cummins developed to meet new EPA emissions standards announced in 2001.

In order to produce a diesel engine that had desirable power and fuel economy, yet emissions levels low enough to meet government standards, Chrysler and Cummins developed the 6.7-liter diesel engine with sophisticated NOx adsorber technology.

The primary emission control after-treatment technologies include a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and a NOx adsorber catalyst system to capture and reduce NOx into less harmful substances, such as nitrogen and oxygen.

But the lawsuit alleges that testing shows the catalysts are not durable and do not meet emission standards. Furthermore, injection of fuel to regenerate the DPF occurs with excessive frequency. NOx emissions during these regeneration events are nearly 10 times the emission standards, according to the lawsuit.

The legal limit of NOx emissions for stop-and-go driving is 200 mg/mile. When tested, Dodge RAM 2500s emitted 702 mg/mile on average, and 2,826 mg/mile at maximum emissions, the suit states.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 21 model year 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokees manufactured August 8, 2016, through August 16, 2016.

The rear tow hook bracket or tow eye bracket may be loose, which could allow the bracket to detach from the vehicle while being it is being driven -- possibly becoming a road hazard.

If the bracket detaches during a vehicle recovery, there may be a loss of control of the towed vehicle. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will confirm both tow hook bracket bolts are properly tightened, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on November 6, 2016.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S73.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 32 model year 2016 Fiat 500 vehicles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 27, 2016.

The Vehicle's tire placard lists an inflation pressure for the spare tire that exceeds the maximum pressure listed on the sidewall. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

If the spare tire is used while overinflated, the tire may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Fiat will notify owners, and dealers will add an overlay on the tire placard to the correct tire inflation information, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 28, 2016.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-888-242-6342. Chrysler's number for this recall is S69.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 1,425,627 model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200s; 2010 Chrysler Sebrings; 2010-2012 Dodge Calibers; and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriots, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles.

The Occupant Restraint Control (OCR) module may short circuit, preventing the front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying in the event of a crash.

If the air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.

What to do

The remedy for this recall is still under development. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S61.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 191 model year 2016 Chrysler 200s manufactured May 24, 2016, to May 25, 2016.

Multiple chassis fastener joints that may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification may loosen and fail or fall out, reducing steering and handling capability and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the joints and tighten or replace the fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2016.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S59.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 64 model year 2015 RAM 2500 trucks, and RAM 3500 trucks and cab chassis.

The vehicles may have inadequate welds securing the front track bar frame brackets, possibly resulting in the bracket components separating from the frame.

If the bracket components separate from the frame, the vehicle may have a reduced response to steering input, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will weld on a new track bar frame bracket or replace the frame of the vehicle, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S58.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 26,299 model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured July 31, 2015, to April 18, 2016; 2016 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured August 17, 2015, to January 29, 2016; and 2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles manufactured August 15, 2016, to April 15, 2016.

The transmission pump may seize causing a loss of hydraulic pressure.

If the transmission loses hydraulic pressure, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission pump, free of charge. The recall was expected to begin on August 18, 2016.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S44.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 412,855 model year 2014-2015 Jeep Cherokee and 2015 Chrysler 200, Jeep Renegade and RAM ProMaster vehicles equipped with 9-speed automatic transmissions.

The transmission sensor clusters may have insufficient crimps in the transmission wire harness, and as a result, the transmission may unexpectedly shift to neutral, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, dealers will update the transmission software to prevent the transmission from shifting into neutral due to a faulty crimp, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on August 26, 2016.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S55.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 3,518 model year 2017 Pacifica vehicles manufactured February 22, 2016, through April 28, 2016.

The center overhead seat belt stow clip may fracture and prevent use of the seat belt in the third-row and/or second-row center passenger seat (if so equipped).

If passengers occupying the third-row and/or second-row center seats cannot use a seat belt, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the third-row and, if necessary, second-row center overhead seat belt stow bezel, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S42.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 16,549 model year 2013-2016 Fiat 500e vehicles manufactured March 22, 2012, to January 29, 2016.

The power inverter module (PIM) may experience voltage spikes which can cause the propulsion system to shut down and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the PIM software, free of charge. Interim notices will be sent to owners in June 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy software become available.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S26.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 39,217 model year 2012-2016 Fiat 500s equipped with a manual transmission, manufactured June 21, 2010, through January 12, 2016.

The clutch diaphragm spring may fracture and fail, causing an inability to switch gears and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The remedy for this recall will include the installation of a clutch pedal limiter and a clutch pedal switch. Interim notices will be mailed to owners in June 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S34.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 487 aftermarket Mopar Canvas Seat Covers for certain 2012-2016 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks.

These seat covers, sold through Chrysler dealerships beginning October 15, 2015, can impede the deployment of the seat thorax airbags.

If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a injury.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners to remove the front seat covers and return them for a full refund. The recall is expected to begin June 30, 2016.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S30.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 10,944 model year 2009-2016 Dodge Journeys manufactured July 31, 2007, to November 12, 2016.

After exposure to cold temperatures, the power steering return hose may rupture at engine start-up causing a loss of power steering assist.

A loss of power steering assist may require extra steering effort, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return hoses, steel tubes, and power steering oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2016.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S08.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 442 model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2015, to September 13, 2015.

Contamination of the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control circuit board may cause a short and result in the loss of power steering assist.

If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS unit, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S19.

FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling 184 model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town and Country, and 2014-2015 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 16, 2014, to December 5, 2015.

The windshield on the recalled vehicles may have been installed using expired urethane primer, allowing the windshield to become displaced in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

If the windshield dislodges during a crash, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on March 4, 2016.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S02.

FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling 441,578 model year 2011-2016 Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured August 23, 2010, to January 7, 2016.

When the vehicle is lifted using the supplied tire jack without chocking the wheels, the vehicle's body-side sill may give causing the tire jack to fail and the car to fall.

A car that falls unexpectedly increases the risk of injury.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will provide owners with wheel chocks, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners will be sent an interim notification by early April 2016. A second letter will be mailed when the chocks are available.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S03.

Chrysler Group is recalling 105,458 model year 2013-2014 Dodge Darts manufactured February 27, 2012, to January 23, 2014, and equipped with either a 2.0L or 2.4L engine.

Engine oil from the vacuum pump may seep into the brake booster, damaging a component within the brake booster.

Internal damage to brake booster could result in a loss of brake assist, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake booster grommet for the presence of oil. If no oil is found, the vacuum tube assembly will be replaced.

If oil is found, the vacuum pump, vacuum tube assembly, brake booster and master cylinder will be replaced.

Parts are not currently available to remedy the vehicles. Owners will be sent an interim notification and then will be sent a second notice when remedy parts are available. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R63.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 253 model year 2016 Ram 1500 trucks with a 5.7L engine and dual exhaust manufactured August 3, 2015, to August 10, 2015.

The affected vehicles may be missing a heat shield for the spare tire. Without a heat shield, heat from the exhaust system may damage the spare tire. When used, the damaged tire may have a tread separation or side wall rupture, resulting in a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a spare tire heat shield if the vehicle is missing one. Vehicles that have already been sold will also have their spare tires replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R58.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling 65,760 model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured June 17, 2015, to September 28, 2015.

The vehicles may have been built with rear axles that were incorrectly heat treated. If the rear axle shaft was not properly heated treated, it may fracture and a wheel separation could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the axle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule.

Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R59.

Chrysler Group is recalling 1,624 model year 2016 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 19, 2015 to August 27, 2015.

The bolts that attach the hood striker may loosen and, as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly while the vehicle is being driven. That could obstruct the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a crash.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install new hood striker bolts with the proper torque, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 6, 2015.

Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is R53.