Chrysler Recalls Mopar Trailer Tow Modules Due to Brake Light Failures
Chrysler is recalling Mopar trailer tow modules because trailer lights and brakes may fail, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (trailer brake failure) and significant injury risk (increased crash risk), which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria in the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain Mopar trailer tow modules. The recall affects 5,565 units. Specific model numbers are detailed in FCA US, LLC's recall report.
The trailer tow module is improperly designed, which may cause trailer lights to fail to illuminate and trailer brakes to fail. Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the trailer tow module and service kit free of charge if installed in a vehicle. If the module is not installed, dealers will repurchase it. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 04D.
The recalled product
- Product
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS recall
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Category
- Vehicle — Trailer Accessories
- Affected units
- 5,565
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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