Air bag deployment software/fmvss 208, 214
Defect Summary
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 town & country and dodge grand caravan vehicles manufactured june 11, 2013, through june 12, 2013. the occupant restraint control module (orc) has incorrect software installed which may adversely affect air bag deployments in collisions. thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection" and no. 214, "side impact protection."
Safety Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy, or deploys improperly, may increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the orc module, free of charge. the recall began on october 3, 2013. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall campaign number is n48.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 13V291000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V291000?
NHTSA recall 13V291000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on July 2, 2013. It addresses: Air bag deployment software/fmvss 208, 214. The recall affects approximately 184 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 13V291000 or the manufacturer campaign number N48. 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.