NHTSA Campaign #13V103000

2013 Dodge Challenger Recall

Electrical System: Wiring: Front Underhood

Issued · Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC

⚠ Urgent safety notice

NHTSA advises owners to stop driving this vehicle until the recall repair is complete.

Affected model years: 2013
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Vehicles affected: 4,051
Report received

Summary

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery positive cable at the starter motor may experience an electrical short circuit to ground.

Consequence

A short circuit could lead to a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact their dealers. Chrysler Group further advises affected owners not to park their vehicles in, or near, any structures. Dealers will replace the under hood starter cable assembly, free of charge. The recall notification began on March 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.

Notes

Chrysler's recall campaign number is N18. 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.