Recall 13V-118: 2011–2012 Chrysler 300, 2011–2012 Dodge Challenger and 1 more
Chrysler Group LLC recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Apr 3, 2013, covering about 119,497 vehicles.
The problem
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured April 11, 2011, through December 14, 2011. The affected vehicles may have improperly sized terminal crimps on the seat side-airbag wiring harness which may cause the seat side-airbags to malfunction and illuminate the airbag warning light.
The risk
In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment the airbags may not operate as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both driver and passenger seat airbag wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N07.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Chrysler Group LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 13V118000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chrysler 300 | 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Dodge Challenger | 2011, 2012 | All years |
| Dodge Charger | 2011, 2012 | All 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 13V-118?
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles manufactured April 11, 2011, through December 14, 2011. The affected vehicles may have improperly sized terminal crimps on the seat side-airbag wiring harness which may cause the seat side-airbags to malfunction and illuminate the airbag warning light.
How is recall 13V-118 fixed?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both driver and passenger seat airbag wiring harnesses, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N07.
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.