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2011-2012 Dodge Charger recall: fuses and circuit breakers

Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall on February 7, 2012. It covers about 9,137 vehicles.

vehicles affected
9,137
reported
Feb 7, 2012
owners notified
Apr 2, 2012
related complaints
754

Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers

What is wrong
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 dodge charger police vehicles. The low beam headlamps of some vehicles could fail due to an overheated bulb harness connector. Other vehicles may lose ABS/ESC system function due to an overheated power distribution center.
Risk
This could lead to loss of visibility and/or braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the headlamp jumper harnesses and relocate the ABS/ESC system fuse within the power distribution center, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 2, 2012. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 12V042000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 754 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 12V042000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2012 Dodge Charger fuses and circuit breakers?

Yes. Recall 12V042000, reported on February 7, 2012, covers about 9,137 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V042000?

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will replace the headlamp jumper harnesses and relocate the ABS/ESC system fuse within the power distribution center, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 2, 2012. 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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