Chrysler / Dodge / Mopar recall: Power train
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Stage 1 Kit Performance Packages Powertrain Control Modules (PCM) Part Numbers P5160023, P5160025, and Demon Crate PCM Part Number 68412287AA. The PCMs are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
What could happen
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will either perform a software update or replace the PCM, free of charge. The recall began July 26 , 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U82, and U83.
Vehicles covered
- Chrysler 300 2014–2016
- Dodge Challenger 2014–2016, 2018
- Dodge Charger 2014–2016
- Mopar Powertrain Control Module
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 18E053000
- Type
- Equipment
- Filed by
- Chrysler (Fca Us LLC)
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jul 12, 2018
- Owners notified
- Jul 26, 2018
- Vehicles or items affected
- 1,930
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
- Maker's own recall number
- U82, U83
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.
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- Chrysler / Dodge recall: Parking brake Feb 15, 2024
- Chrysler / Dodge recall: Tires Oct 27, 2022
- Chrysler / Dodge recall: Tires Jul 14, 2022
- Chrysler / Dodge recall: Visibility Jul 8, 2021
- Chrysler / Dodge recall: Electrical system Mar 14, 2019
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.