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- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Journey, Jeep Compass, and Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured May 9, 2016, to July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor may only work intermittently, causing the engine to stall.
- Risk
- If the engine stalls, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S89.
- 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
Certain 2016 vehicles built between May 9 and July 15, 2016 may have a crankshaft or camshaft sensor that works only intermittently. When the sensor cuts out, the engine can stall while the vehicle is in motion.
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash, since the driver may lose power unexpectedly. Owners should be alert to any sign of stalling or warning lights and seek service promptly.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector at no cost. Owners can check their VIN for open recalls and contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 with recall number S89.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Dodge Journey | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Jeep Compass | 2016 |
| Jeep Patriot | 2016 |