Wiring: front underhoodRecall 13V-103 · 2013 Dodge Challenger
Chrysler Group LLC recall 13V-103 covers 4,051 2013 Dodge Challenger for a wiring: front underhood problem, reported to NHTSA on March 21, 2013.
Do not drive these vehicles until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 13V103000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles manufactured from December 3, 2012, through January 24, 2013 and equipped with a V6 engine. The battery positive cable at the starter motor may experience an electrical short circuit to ground.
The risk
A short circuit could lead to a vehicle fire.
The fix
Chrysler has begun notifying owners and they are being advised to immediately refrain from driving their vehicles and to contact their dealers. Chrysler Group further advises affected owners not to park their vehicles in, or near, any structures. Dealers will replace the under hood starter cable assembly, free of charge. The recall notification began on March 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753.
Chrysler's recall campaign number is N18.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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 3, 2012 to January 24, 2013. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.