Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V420000 Reported October 29, 2009

Front wheel spindle nut

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) · Wheels · 12,656 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V420000
Manufacturer Campaign
J27
Component
Wheels
Vehicles Affected
12,656
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 29, 2009

Defect Summary

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2010 passenger vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive. these vehicles may have been built without a front wheel spindle nut.

Safety Consequence

While driving, a tire and wheel separation could occur increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the tire and wheel assembly and if found without a spindle nut it will be repaired free of charge. the recall began on november 2, 2009. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference recall ID 09V420000 or campaign J27.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V420000

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

What is recall 09V420000?

NHTSA recall 09V420000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on October 29, 2009. It addresses: Front wheel spindle nut. The recall affects approximately 12,656 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V420000 or the manufacturer campaign number J27. 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.