Recall 13V-043
Chrysler Group LLC recalled the 2013 Chrysler 200 and 1 other model: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly); Fuel system, gasoline.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V-043
- Reported
- February 6, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 1,785 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured from October 30, 2012, through November 2, 2012. These vehicles may have a gas tank that has a broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly.
The risk
A broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly may lead to an engine stall or fuel leakage. An engine stall while driving may contribute to a vehicle crash. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace any affected control valves, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Chrysler's recall campaign number is N02.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Chrysler 200 2013
- Dodge Avenger 2013