2007 Dodge Nitro recall: windshield wiper/washer
Chrysler LLC reported this safety recall on November 6, 2009. It covers about 82,079 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 82,079
- reported
- Nov 6, 2009
- owners notified
- Feb 28, 2010
- related complaints
- 33
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
- What is wrong
- Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 dodge nitro passenger vehicles. The windshield wiper system may experience a condition over time where high usage of the variable pause wiper function ("delay" mode) may eventually affect primary wiper function, rendering the wiper system inoperable.
- Risk
- Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause impaired visibility increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and add external relays and update the totally integrated power module software to control the wiper functions. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑835‑1403.
Recall number 09V438000
Affected vehicles
- Dodge Nitro 2007 2007
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 33 complaints about visibility problems.
Questions about recall 09V438000
Is there a recall on the 2007 Dodge Nitro windshield wiper/washer?
Yes. Recall 09V438000, reported on November 6, 2009, covers about 82,079 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 09V438000?
Dealers will inspect and add external relays and update the totally integrated power module software to control the wiper functions. The safety recall is expected to begin during february 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑835‑1403.
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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