Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V082000 Reported March 12, 2009

Electrical connector

Q: What is recall 09V082000?

NHTSA recall 09V082000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on March 12, 2009. It addresses: Electrical connector. The recall affects approximately 16,852 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · N/A · 16,852 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

09V082000

Manufacturer Campaign

J09

Manufacturer

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

16,852

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

March 12, 2009

Defect Summary

Chrysler is recalling 16,852 my 2009 dodge journey vehicles equipped without optional 115 volt auxiliary power outlet. an unused electrical connector for the optional 115 volt auxiliary power outlet option may become corroded and could short circuit.

Safety Consequence

If the fuse for this circuit does not blow, the connector could overheat and potentially catch fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will re-route and stow the 115 volt auxiliary power outlet connector and pull the 25 amp fuse to remove power from this unused circuit free of charge. The recall began on march 30, 2009. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 09V082000 or campaign J09.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 09V082000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V082000?

NHTSA recall 09V082000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on March 12, 2009. It addresses: Electrical connector. The recall affects approximately 16,852 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V082000 or the manufacturer campaign number J09. 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.