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Dodge Journey Recall 15V675: Water Can Disable Braking Stability Control

NHTSA campaign 15V675, reported October 19, 2015, 275,187 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Water can enter the wiring harness for the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module and leak into the module. This can disable the ABS and/or the electronic stability control (ESC) system.

If the ABS or ESC is disabled, the vehicle may lose stability, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware that these systems help the vehicle stay under control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces.

The repair is free at an authorized dealer. Dealers will seal the ABS wiring harness to keep water out, replace the ABS module, and repair the headlamp and dash wiring harness where needed. Owners can contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403, and should check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V675Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Dodge Journey vehicles manufactured April 21, 2012, to April 14, 2015. In the affected vehicles, water may enter the wiring harness for the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module and leak into the module, disabling the ABS and/or the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.
Risk
If the ABS or ESC is disabled, a loss of vehicle stability could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will seal the ABS wiring harness to prevent water from entering and will replace the ABS module and repair the headlamp and dash wiring harness, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R61.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

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