Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #10V008000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V008000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Includes 308,950 affected units, FRONT AIR BAG CRASH SENSOR FAILURE, component: AIR BAGS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 dodge caravan, grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, massachusetts, maine, maryland, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, tennessee, utah, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, alaska and the district of columbia. the front crash sensors may crack under certain environmental conditions and allow water to enter into the sensor. this can cause the sensor to become inoperative and illuminate the airbag warning light. these sensors were added to enhance the performance of the airbag system in certain frontal crashes.

Corrective Action

Chrysler will replace the front airbag sensors with a new design. This service will be performed free of charge. the safety improvement campaign will begin during june 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V008000

Manufacturer: Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)

Report Received Date: 2010-01-11T00:00:00

Subject: Front air bag crash sensor failure

Component: Air Bags

Potentially Affected Units: 308,950

Details

MFR Campaign Number: J38

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 dodge caravan, grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, massachusetts, maine, maryland, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, north dakota, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, tennessee, utah, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, alaska and the district of columbia. the front crash sensors may crack under certain environmental conditions and allow water to enter into the sensor. this can cause the sensor to become inoperative and illuminate the airbag warning light. these sensors were added to enhance the performance of the airbag system in certain frontal crashes.

Consequence Summary: If the front crash sensors become inoperative, the driver is immediately alerted by illumination of the airbag warning light and the vehicle should be promptly serviced. until the vehicle is repaired, the airbags may not provide the enhanced protection in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action: Chrysler will replace the front airbag sensors with a new design. This service will be performed free of charge. the safety improvement campaign will begin during june 2010. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 10V008000

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