The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·12V141000·Announced 2012-04-03

Chrysler and Dodge Minivans Recalled for Rear Hub Assembly Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2012 Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan minivans because the right rear hub and bearing assembly may not be fully machined, risking wheel separation.

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 (rear hub and bearing assembly) that may lead to wheel separation 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 2012 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured between November 15, 2011, and November 21, 2011. The recall addresses a defect where some vehicles may be equipped with right rear hub and bearing assemblies that were not fully machined.

This defect could result in a decrease in durability, which may lead to wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash. The safety recall began on April 27, 2012.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right rear hub and bearing assembly free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
CHRYSLER, DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY, GRAND CARAVAN
Brand
CHRYSLER
Manufacturer
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Category
Vehicle — Minivan
Hazard
Affected units
289

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 (2)

  • TOWN AND COUNTRY
  • GRAND CARAVAN

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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