Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V118000 Reported April 9, 2009

Reverse wiring steering column driver air bag

Q: What is recall 09V118000?

NHTSA recall 09V118000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on April 9, 2009. It addresses: Reverse wiring steering column driver air bag. The recall affects approximately 4,314 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 · 4,314 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

09V118000

Manufacturer Campaign

J13

Manufacturer

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

4,314

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

April 9, 2009

Defect Summary

Chrysler is recalling 4,314 my 2009 dodge journey, jeep grand cherokee, commander and wrangler vehicles. wiring may be reversed on the steering column control module driver airbag squib connector. the driver's airbag may not deploy as intended.

Safety Consequence

In the event of a crash, the driver's airbag may not properly inflate and may not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the driver's airbag squib wires and replace the steering column control module free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during may 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 09V118000 or campaign J13.
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 09V118000

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

What is recall 09V118000?

NHTSA recall 09V118000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on April 9, 2009. It addresses: Reverse wiring steering column driver air bag. The recall affects approximately 4,314 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 09V118000 or the manufacturer campaign number J13. 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.