Recall 10V-235: 2008–2009 Braun Town & Country, 2008–2009 Dodge Grand Caravan

CHRYSLER GROUP LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jun 3, 2010, covering about 284,655 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-235
Report date
Jun 3, 2010
Vehicles affected
284,655
Owners notified
Nov 15, 2010

The problem

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country passenger vehicles manufactured from february 2007 through september 2009. Some of the vehicles may have been built with an improperly routed wire harness that may have a condition where the lower sliding door hinge bracket can make contact and wear through the wire insulation.

The risk

A short circuit could occur inside the sliding door, overheating the latch, possibly resulting in a fire.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on november 15, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler toll-free at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Chrysler's recall campaign number is k14.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER GROUP LLC
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V235000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Braun Town & Country2008, 2009All years
Dodge Grand Caravan2008, 2009All 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 10V-235?

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country passenger vehicles manufactured from february 2007 through september 2009. Some of the vehicles may have been built with an improperly routed wire harness that may have a condition where the lower sliding door hinge bracket can make contact and wear through the wire insulation.

How is recall 10V-235 fixed?

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on november 15, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler toll-free 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.