2009 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Avenger recall: fuel gauge system
Chrysler LLC reported this safety recall on February 4, 2009. It covers about 91 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 91
- reported
- Feb 4, 2009
- owners notified
- Mar 16, 2009
- related complaints
- 13
Fuel system, other: storage: fuel gauge system
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling 91 my 2009 sebring and dodge avenger equipped with 2.4l engine passenger vehicles. A compatibility issue between the instrument cluster software and fuel pump module can result in the fuel gauge overstating the actual fuel tank level. As a result, the vehicle may run out of fuel when the gauge indicates that there is still fuel remaining in the tank.
- Risk
- This could cause a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during march 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 09V047000
Affected vehicles
- Chrysler Sebring 2009 2009
- Dodge Avenger 2009 2009
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 13 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 09V047000
Is there a recall on the 2009 Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Avenger fuel gauge system?
Yes. Recall 09V047000, reported on February 4, 2009, covers about 91 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 09V047000?
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during march 2009. 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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