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SevereNHTSA·10V200000·Announced 2010-05-11

Chrysler Group Recalls 2010 Vehicles for Ignition Module Defect

Chrysler Group is recalling 37,335 model year 2010 vehicles due to a wireless ignition node defect that may allow the key to be removed before the shifter is in park.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the ignition system that could lead to unintended vehicle movement and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler Group LLC is recalling certain model year 2010 Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Jeep Commander, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Dodge Ram vehicles. The recall involves approximately 37,335 vehicles that may have been built with a wireless ignition node (WIN) module exhibiting a binding condition of the solenoid latch.

The defect could lead to a condition where the key may be removed from the ignition switch prior to placing the shifter in park. This could result in the potential for unintended vehicle movement and could increase the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and replace the WIN module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before August 23, 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
DODGE, JEEP, CHRYSLER CHALLENGER, CHARGER, COMMANDER, 300
Brand
DODGE
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Category
Vehicle — Passenger Vehicles
Hazard
Affected units
37,335

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (6)

  • CHALLENGER
  • CHARGER
  • COMMANDER
  • 300
  • GRAND CHEROKEE
  • RAM

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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