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- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured April 13, 2015, to June 7, 2016. Due to voltage spikes caused by a problem within the windshield washer pump, the windshield wiper circuit may fail.
- Risk
- Without functioning windshield wipers, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield washer pumps, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S83.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some vehicles built between April 13, 2015 and June 7, 2016 may have a problem with the windshield washer pump. Voltage spikes caused by the pump can cause the windshield wiper circuit to fail.
If the wipers stop working, the driver's view through the windshield may be reduced, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should watch for any wiper malfunction and treat it as a safety concern.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the windshield washer pump at no charge. Owners can also contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (recall number S83), and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Dodge Dart | 2016 |
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