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Recall 11V-315: 2011 Chrysler 200, 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible and 10 more

CHRYSLER GROUP LLC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 8, 2011, covering about 11,096 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-315
Report date
Jun 8, 2011
Vehicles affected
11,096
Owners notified
Jul 4, 2011

The problem

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, jeep wrangler, chrysler 200, chrysler 200 convertible, dodge avenger, dodge nitro, jeep liberty, dodge caliber, jeep compass, jeep patriot, dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.

The risk

A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 4, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Chrysler's safety recall no. L23.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
ComponentSteering › Column
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V315000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chrysler 2002011All years
Chrysler 200 Convertible2011All years
Chrysler Town and Country2011All years
Dodge Avenger2011All years
Dodge Caliber2011All years
Dodge Grand Caravan2011All years
Dodge Journey2011All years
Dodge Nitro2011All years
Jeep Compass2011All years
Jeep Liberty2011All years
Jeep Patriot2011All years
Jeep Wrangler2011All 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 11V-315?

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, jeep wrangler, chrysler 200, chrysler 200 convertible, dodge avenger, dodge nitro, jeep liberty, dodge caliber, jeep compass, jeep patriot, dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.

How is recall 11V-315 fixed?

Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 4, 2011. 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.