Alternator may fail resulting in engine stall
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 dodge challenger, dodge charger, chrysler 300, dodge durango, and 2012-2014 jeep grand cherokee vehicles. the affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (ehps) and are equipped with a 5.7l or a 3.6l engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. in the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
Safety Consequence
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. there is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. the recall began february 12, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is t36.
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FAQ: Recall 17V435000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V435000?
NHTSA recall 17V435000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on July 10, 2017. It addresses: Alternator may fail resulting in engine stall. The recall affects approximately 442,214 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V435000 or the manufacturer campaign number T36. 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.