Recall 08V-152: 2007–2008 Chrysler Sebring, 2007–2008 Dodge Avenger

CHRYSLER LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Apr 2, 2008, covering about 180,963 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-152
Report date
Apr 2, 2008
Vehicles affected
180,963
Owners notified
Apr 15, 2008

The problem

Chrysler is recalling 180,963 my 2007-2008 sebring and dodge avenger vehicles equipped with a standard tire pressure monitoring system (Tpms). Unused electrical connectors for the TPMS may become corroded and could short circuit, which can cause a variety of conditions including engine no-start, dead battery, an inoperative cruise control or remote start system, and/or engine stalling.

The risk

Engine stalling could cause a crash without warning.

The fix

Dealers will seal the wires for the TPMS free of charge. The recall began on april 15, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Chrysler recall no. H07.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER LLC
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V152000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chrysler Sebring2007, 2008All years
Dodge Avenger2007, 2008All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 08V-152?

Chrysler is recalling 180,963 my 2007-2008 sebring and dodge avenger vehicles equipped with a standard tire pressure monitoring system (Tpms). Unused electrical connectors for the TPMS may become corroded and could short circuit, which can cause a variety of conditions including engine no-start, dead battery, an inoperative cruise control or remote start system, and/or engine stalling.

How is recall 08V-152 fixed?

Dealers will seal the wires for the TPMS free of charge. The recall began on april 15, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.