CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles equipped with Hellcat engines. The engine oil cooler (EOC) hoses may fail resulting in a rapid loss of engine oil.
- Risk
- If an EOC line fails, oil may spray onto the windshield or contact a hot surface, impairing driver visibility and increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EOC lines, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T48.
- 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 2017 Dodge Challenger and Charger vehicles equipped with Hellcat engines may have engine oil cooler (EOC) hoses that can fail, causing a rapid loss of engine oil.
If an EOC line fails, oil may spray onto the windshield or contact a hot surface. This can impair driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash or fire.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the EOC lines at no charge, and Chrysler will notify owners. Owners can contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (recall number T48), and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Dodge Challenger | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Dodge Charger | 2017 |