Recall 13V-103
Chrysler Group LLC recalled the 2013 Dodge Challenger: Electrical system (wiring, front underhood).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V-103
- Reported
- March 21, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 4,051 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery positive cable at the starter motor may experience an electrical short circuit to ground.
The risk
A short circuit could lead to a vehicle fire.
The fix
Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact their dealers. Chrysler Group further advises affected owners not to park their vehicles in, or near, any structures. Dealers will replace the under hood starter cable assembly, free of charge. The recall notification began on March 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Chrysler's recall campaign number is N18.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
- Dodge Challenger 2013