2008 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and others recall: axle hubs
Chrysler LLC reported this safety recall on July 2, 2008. It covers about 5,509 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,509
- reported
- Jul 2, 2008
- owners notified
- Jul 21, 2008
- related complaints
- 69
Power train: axle hubs
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling 5,509 my 2008 300, dodge magnum, and charger vehicles. The torque retention crimp feature was missed during the manufacture of one lot of rear axle hub nuts. This could cause the nuts to loosen and allow the halfshaft to disengage from the wheel hub.
- Risk
- This could cause the vehicle to lose power and result in a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear axle hub nuts. The recall began on july 21, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 08V295000
Affected vehicles
- Chrysler 300 2008 2008
- Dodge Charger 2008 2008
- Dodge Magnum 2008 2008
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 69 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 08V295000
Is there a recall on the 2008 Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger and others axle hubs?
Yes. Recall 08V295000, reported on July 2, 2008, covers about 5,509 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V295000?
Dealers will replace the rear axle hub nuts. The recall began on july 21, 2008. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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