Condensate water entering transmission
Defect Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.7l engines and nag1 automatic transmissions, the air conditioner evaporator condensate water may enter the transmission at the fill tube grommet seal. this can result in shudder during torque converter clutch engagement.
Safety Consequence
It can lead to increased transmission operating temperatures, boiling of the water, and a subsequent purging of transmission fluid into the engine compartment potentially resulting in an underhood fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the transmission for leakage at the fill tube grommet seal. if no leak is detected, a new fill tube grommet seal and water deflector shield will be installed, and proper alignment of the fill tube verified. if the presence of a leak is detected, the vehicle will be evaluated for shudder during torque converter engagement. if no shudder is detected, the transmission will be triple flushed, and new fill tube grommet seal and water deflector will be installed and proper alignment of the fill tube verified. if shudder is detected, the torque converter will be replaced, a new fill tube grommet seal and water deflector will be installed, and proper alignment of the fill tube verified. the recall began on october 31, 2005. owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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FAQ: Recall 05V396000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V396000?
NHTSA recall 05V396000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on September 14, 2005. It addresses: Condensate water entering transmission. The recall affects approximately 101,925 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V396000 or the manufacturer campaign number E13. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.