Recall 18V-395
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recalled the 2017 to 2018 Chrysler Pacifica: Equipment (electrical, anti-theft devices); Electrical system (ignition, anti-theft, control module).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V-395
- Reported
- June 14, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 240,242 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica vehicles. The Manual Park Release (MPR) plug may be removed without a tool. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection."
The risk
If the MPR is engaged unintentionally, the vehicle could roll away striking and injuring a bystander or cause a crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the MPR plug, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-[removed]. Chrysler's number for this recall is U50.
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
- Chrysler Pacifica 2017 to 2018