The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·13V552000·Announced 2013-11-06

Chrysler Recalls 2013-2014 Vehicles for Engine Oil Pressure Loss

Chrysler is recalling 2013 Dodge Avenger, Chrysler 200, and 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles due to abrasive debris in engine bearings that may cause oil pressure loss and engine failure.

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 (engine failure) that explicitly states it may increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler Group LLC is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Avenger and Chrysler 200, and model year 2014 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles equipped with 2.4L engines. The recall addresses a defect where abrasive debris in the balance shaft bearings may cause a loss of engine oil pressure. This condition can result in an engine stall or complete engine failure.

If the engine stalls while the vehicle is in motion, it may increase the risk of a crash. The recall campaign number is N52 and began on December 24, 2013.

Chrysler will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the engine balance shaft module free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
JEEP, DODGE, CHRYSLER COMPASS, AVENGER, 200, PATRIOT
Brand
JEEP
Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
Category
Vehicle — Passenger Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
521

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 (4)

  • COMPASS
  • AVENGER
  • 200
  • PATRIOT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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