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Recall 15V-431

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recalled the 2011 to 2015 Dodge Journey: Engine and engine cooling (engine).

At a glance

Campaign number
15V-431
Reported
July 7, 2015
Vehicles affected
145,379 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

If the displaced engine cover contacts the exhaust manifold, there would be an increased risk of a vehicle fire.

The fix

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-[removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is R32.

Notes from the manufacturer

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