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2008-2009 Braun Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan recall: wiring

Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall on June 3, 2010. It covers about 284,655 vehicles.

vehicles affected
284,655
reported
Jun 3, 2010
owners notified
Nov 15, 2010
related complaints
1,170

Electrical system: wiring

What is wrong
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country passenger vehicles manufactured from february 2007 through september 2009. Some of the vehicles may have been built with an improperly routed wire harness that may have a condition where the lower sliding door hinge bracket can make contact and wear through the wire insulation.
Risk
A short circuit could occur inside the sliding door, overheating the latch, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on november 15, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler toll-free at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 10V235000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1,170 complaints about electrical problems.

2008 Braun Town & Country2009 Braun Town & Country2008 Dodge Grand Caravan2009 Dodge Grand Caravan

Questions about recall 10V235000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Braun Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan wiring?

Yes. Recall 10V235000, reported on June 3, 2010, covers about 284,655 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V235000?

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on november 15, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler toll-free 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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