Axle assembly: axle shaftRecall 17V-097 · Chrysler and Dodge vehicles
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recall 17V-097 covers 69,298 Chrysler and Dodge vehicles for a axle assembly: axle shaft problem, reported to NHTSA on February 14, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q3) shows 81% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V097000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD). The front driveshaft bolts may loosen and allow the front driveshaft to disconnect, potentially causing a loss of motive power.
The risk
A loss of motive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace all eight front driveshaft bolts, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T03.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
81%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 960 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from April 1, 2014 to June 30, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.