CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator. In the affected vehicles, the alternator may suddenly fail.
- Risk
- If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T36.
- 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 vehicles with electro-hydraulic power steering and a 3.6L or 5.7L engine, equipped with a 160, 180 or 220 amp alternator, may have an alternator that suddenly fails. If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, which increases the risk of a crash. The alternator may also short circuit, which increases the risk of a fire.
Dealers will inspect the alternator and, depending on its part number, replace it if necessary. The repair is free of charge at an authorized dealer. You can check whether your vehicle's VIN has open recalls and contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (Chrysler recall number T36) for more information.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Chrysler 300 | 2011201220132014 |
|---|---|
| Dodge Challenger | 2011201220132014 |
| Dodge Charger | 2011201220132014 |
| Dodge Durango | 2011201220132014 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 201220132014 |