Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #09V438000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V438000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Includes 82,079 affected units, WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 dodge nitro passenger vehicles. the windshield wiper system may experience a condition over time where high usage of the variable pause wiper function ("delay" mode) may eventually affect primary wiper function, rendering the wiper system inoperable.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and add external relays and update the totally integrated power module software to control the wiper functions. the safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V438000
Manufacturer: Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Report Received Date: 2009-11-06T00:00:00
Subject: Windshield wiper system
Component: Visibility
Potentially Affected Units: 82,079

Details

MFR Campaign Number: J28
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 dodge nitro passenger vehicles. the windshield wiper system may experience a condition over time where high usage of the variable pause wiper function ("delay" mode) may eventually affect primary wiper function, rendering the wiper system inoperable.
Consequence Summary: Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause impaired visibility increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and add external relays and update the totally integrated power module software to control the wiper functions. the safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-3u65.etk7.7vkj
NHTSA ID: 09V438000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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