2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger recall: tank assembly

Chrysler Group LLC reported this safety recall on February 6, 2013. It covers about 1,785 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,785
reported: Feb 6, 2013
owners notified: Apr 4, 2013
related complaints: 84

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly

What is wrong: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured from October 30, 2012, through November 2, 2012. These vehicles may have a gas tank that has a broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly.
Risk: A broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly may lead to an engine stall or fuel leakage. An engine stall while driving may contribute to a vehicle crash. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace any affected control valves, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1‑800‑247‑9753.

Recall number 13V043000

Affected vehicles

Chrysler 200 2013 2013
Dodge Avenger 2013 2013

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 84 complaints about fuel system problems.

2013 Chrysler 200 2013 Dodge Avenger

Questions about recall 13V043000

Is there a recall on the 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger tank assembly?

Yes. Recall 13V043000, reported on February 6, 2013, covers about 1,785 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V043000?

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace any affected control valves, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1‑800‑247‑9753.

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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