NHTSA Recall # | 112838 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 15V431000 |
MFG Compaign # | R32 |
Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Supplier | DODGE |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | JOURNEY |
Model Year | 2014 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
Date of notification | 15/10/15 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 19/07/10 |
End date of manufacturing | 26/05/15 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 07/07/15 |
Report created | 07/07/15 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 145379 |
Defect summary | Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 dodge journey vehicles manufactured july 19, 2010, to may 26, 2015 and equipped with 2. 4l engines. In the affected vehicles, the engine cover may detach from the engine and contact the exhaust manifold. |
Consequence summary | If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire. |
Corrective action | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved mounting system for the engine cover, free of charge. The recall began on october 15, 2015. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is r32. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |