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SevereNHTSA·13V043000·Announced 2013-02-06

Chrysler Recalls 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger for Fuel Tank Defect

Chrysler is recalling 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles due to a broken fuel tank control valve that may cause engine stalls or fuel leaks.

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 (fuel tank assembly) with potential for fire and vehicle crashes, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler Group LLC is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured between October 30, 2012, and November 2, 2012. The recall addresses a potential defect in the fuel tank assembly where the control valve may be broken.

A broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly may lead to an engine stall or fuel leakage. An engine stall while driving may contribute to a vehicle crash. Additionally, fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace any affected control valves free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
DODGE, CHRYSLER AVENGER, 200
Brand
DODGE
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
Affected units
1,785

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)

  • AVENGER
  • 200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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